Cost of Living in Nordrhein-Westfalen, Germany
Last updated on Apr 09, 2023
Summary: The cost of living in Nordrhein-Westfalen, Germany is generally considered to be quite high. A nice 1 bedroom apartment in the area can cost anywhere from $1,000 to $1,500 per month, while a nice 2 bedroom apartment can cost anywhere from $1,500 to $2,000 per month. The cost of dinner at a moderately priced restaurant in the area can range from $15 to $25 per person.
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We asked people how much they someone comfortably live on in Nordrhein-Westfalen, they wrote:
"The cost of living in Nordrhein-Westfalen varies depending on the city or town. Generally speaking, the cost of living in Nordrhein-Westfalen is considered to be higher than the average cost of living in Germany," wrote a person living in Nordrhein-Westfalen.
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Joshua Wood, LPC joined Expat Exchange in 2000 and serves as one of its Co-Presidents. He is also one of the Founders of Digital Nomad Exchange. Prior to Expat Exchange, Joshua worked for NBC Cable (MSNBC and CNBC Primetime). Joshua has a BA from Syracuse and a Master's in Clinical and Counseling Psychology from Fairleigh Dickinson University. Mr. Wood is also a licensed counselor and psychotherapist.
Some of Joshua's articles include Pros and Cons of Living in Portugal, 10 Best Places to Live in Ireland and Pros and Cons of Living in Uruguay. Connect with Joshua on LinkedIn.
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