Cost of living in Darmstadt (Germany) is about the same as in Abbotsford (Canada)
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Food | - 21% | |||
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Food in Darmstadt (Germany) is 21% cheaper than in Abbotsford (Canada) | ||||
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Basic lunchtime menu (including a drink) in the business district | €13 (C$19) | C$23 | - 15% | |
Combo meal in fast food restaurant (big mac meal or similar) | €8 (C$12) | C$12 | + 2% | |
500 gr (1 lb.) of boneless chicken breast | €4.14 (C$6) | C$6 | + 2% | |
1 liter (1 qt.) of whole fat milk | €0.87 (C$1.30) | C$2.09 | - 38% | |
12 eggs, large | €2.64 (C$3.93) | C$4.37 | - 10% | |
1 kg (2 lb.) of tomatoes | €2.22 (C$3.30) | C$3.95 | - 16% | |
500 gr (16 oz.) of local cheese | €4.56 (C$7) | C$11 | - 40% | |
1 kg (2 lb.) of apples | €2.24 (C$3.34) | C$4.85 | - 31% | |
1 kg (2 lb.) of potatoes | €1.50 (C$2.24) | C$3.95 | - 43% | |
0.5 l (16 oz) domestic beer in the supermarket | €1.05 (C$1.57) | C$3.64 | - 57% | |
1 bottle of red table wine, good quality | €6 (C$10) | C$21 | - 54% | |
2 liters of coca-cola | €1.81 (C$2.70) | C$2.77 | - 2% | |
Bread for 2 people for 1 day | €1.08 (C$1.60) | C$2.11 | - 24% | |
Housing | - 6% | |||
Housing in Darmstadt (Germany) is 6% cheaper than in Abbotsford (Canada) | ||||
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Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 sqft) furnished accommodation in expensive area | €1,372 (C$2,045) | C$2,417 | - 15% | |
Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 sqft) furnished accommodation in normal area | €969 (C$1,444) | C$1,456 | - 1% | |
Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 2 people in 85m2 flat | €167 (C$249) | C$120 | + 108% | |
Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 sqft) furnished studio in expensive area | €864 (C$1,288) | C$1,347 | - 4% | |
Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 sqft) furnished studio in normal area | €636 (C$948) | C$985 | - 4% | |
Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 1 person in 45 m2 (480 sqft) studio | €194 (C$289) | C$69 | + 321% | |
Internet 8 mbps (1 month) | €24 (C$35) | C$63 | - 44% | |
40” flat screen tv | €328 (C$489) | C$311 | + 57% | |
Microwave 800/900 watt (bosch, panasonic, lg, sharp, or equivalent brands) | - | C$140 | - | |
Laundry detergent (3 l. ~ 100 oz.) | €5.87 (C$9) | C$10 | - 14% | |
Hourly rate for cleaning help | €11 (C$17) | C$23 | - 27% | |
Clothes | + 37% | |||
Clothes in Darmstadt (Germany) is 37% more expensive than in Abbotsford (Canada) | ||||
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1 pair of jeans (levis 501 or similar) | €76 (C$114) | C$57 | + 100% | |
1 summer dress in a high street store (zara, h&m or similar retailers) | €34 (C$50) | C$41 | + 22% | |
1 pair of sport shoes (nike, adidas, or equivalent brands) | €100 (C$149) | C$105 | + 42% | |
1 pair of men’s leather business shoes | - | C$117 | - | |
Transportation | + 32% | |||
Transportation in Darmstadt (Germany) is 32% more expensive than in Abbotsford (Canada) | ||||
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Volkswagen golf 1.4 tsi 150 cv (or equivalent), with no extras, new | - | C$24,609 | - | |
1 liter (1/4 gallon) of gas | €1.52 (C$2.26) | C$1.65 | + 37% | |
Monthly ticket public transport | €61 (C$91) | C$60 | + 51% | |
Taxi trip on a business day, basic tariff, 8 km. (5 miles) | €17 (C$25) | - | - | |
Personal Care | - 5% | |||
Personal Care in Darmstadt (Germany) is 5% cheaper than in Abbotsford (Canada) | ||||
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Cold medicine for 6 days (tylenol, frenadol, coldrex, or equivalent brands) | €11 (C$17) | C$8 | + 112% | |
1 box of antibiotics (12 doses) | - | C$22 | - | |
Short visit to private doctor (15 minutes) | €39 (C$59) | C$77 | - 24% | |
1 box of 32 tampons (tampax, ob, ...) | €4.10 (C$6) | C$6 | - 5% | |
Deodorant, roll-on (50ml ~ 1.5 oz.) | €1.95 (C$2.91) | C$4.17 | - 30% | |
Hair shampoo 2-in-1 (400 ml ~ 12 oz.) | €2.41 (C$3.60) | C$4.59 | - 22% | |
4 rolls of toilet paper | €1.36 (C$2.03) | C$3.11 | - 35% | |
Tube of toothpaste | €1.28 (C$1.91) | C$3.02 | - 37% | |
Standard men's haircut in expat area of the city | €18 (C$27) | C$20 | + 39% | |
Entertainment | - 17% | |||
Entertainment in Darmstadt (Germany) is 17% cheaper than in Abbotsford (Canada) | ||||
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Basic dinner out for two in neighborhood pub | €29 (C$43) | C$55 | - 22% | |
2 tickets to the movies | €17 (C$25) | C$26 | - 0% | |
2 tickets to the theater (best available seats) | €91 (C$136) | C$135 | + 0% | |
Dinner for two at an italian restaurant in the expat area including appetisers, main course, wine and dessert | €51 (C$76) | C$96 | - 20% | |
1 cocktail drink in downtown club | €7 (C$11) | C$10 | + 11% | |
Cappuccino in expat area of the city | €3.32 (C$4.94) | C$4.71 | + 5% | |
1 beer in neighbourhood pub (500ml or 1pt.) | €3.32 (C$4.94) | C$6 | - 24% | |
Ipad wi-fi 128gb | €442 (C$659) | C$647 | + 2% | |
1 min. of prepaid mobile tariff (no discounts or plans) | €0.10 (C$0.14) | C$0.24 | - 42% | |
1 month of gym membership in business district | €29 (C$43) | C$37 | + 16% | |
1 package of marlboro cigarettes | €6 (C$9) | C$13 | - 27% | |
TOTAL | + 0% |
This comparison has some inconsistent or sparse data. It already provides a reliable comparison but it is not bullet-proof. It is based on 61 prices entered by 8 different people.
These prices were last updated on November 12, 2024.
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