Cost of living in Stuttgart (Germany) is 36% cheaper than in San Francisco, California (United States)
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| Food in Stuttgart (Germany) is 29% cheaper than in San Francisco, California (United States) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Stuttgart (Germany) | San Francisco, California (United States) | Diff |
| Basic lunchtime menu (including a drink) in the business district | ||
| €13 ($16) | $19 | 17% |
| Combo meal in fast food restaurant (Big Mac Meal or similar) | ||
| €8 ($10) | $9 | 4% |
| 500 gr (1 lb.) of boneless chicken breast | ||
| €4.34 ($5.17) | $5.20 | 1% |
| 1 liter (1 qt.) of whole fat milk | ||
| €1.14 ($1.36) | $1.16 | 17% |
| 12 eggs, large | ||
| €4.07 ($4.84) | $5.18 | 7% |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of tomatoes | ||
| €2.98 ($3.54) | $4.92 | 28% |
| 500 gr (16 oz.) of local cheese | ||
| €7 ($9) | $12 | 27% |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of apples | ||
| €2.45 ($2.92) | $4.15 | 30% |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of potatoes | ||
| €1.55 ($1.84) | $2.18 | 16% |
| 0.5 l (16 oz) domestic beer in the supermarket | ||
| €1.22 ($1.46) | $5.54 | 74% |
| 1 bottle of red table wine, good quality | ||
| €8 ($9) | $18 | 49% |
| 2 liters of Coca-Cola | ||
| €1.54 ($1.83) | $2.51 | 27% |
| Bread for 2 people for 1 day | ||
| €1.64 ($1.95) | $3.82 | 49% |
| Housing in Stuttgart (Germany) is 56% cheaper than in San Francisco, California (United States) | ||
| Stuttgart (Germany) | San Francisco, California (United States) | Diff |
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 Sqft) furnished accommodation in EXPENSIVE area | ||
| €1,293 ($1,538) | $3,960 | 61% |
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 Sqft) furnished accommodation in NORMAL area | ||
| €1,039 ($1,237) | $3,733 | 67% |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 2 people in 85m2 flat | ||
| €133 ($158) | $118 | 34% |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 Sqft) furnished studio in EXPENSIVE area | ||
| €1,035 ($1,231) | $2,997 | 59% |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 Sqft) furnished studio in NORMAL area | ||
| €792 ($943) | $2,375 | 60% |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 1 person in 45 m2 (480 Sqft) studio | ||
| €105 ($125) | $101 | 24% |
| Internet 8 Mbps (1 month) | ||
| €21 ($25) | $49 | 50% |
| 40” flat screen TV | ||
| €371 ($442) | $518 | 15% |
| Microwave 800/900 Watt (Bosch, Panasonic, LG, Sharp, or equivalent brands) | ||
| €96 ($114) | $139 | 18% |
| Laundry detergent (3 l. ~ 100 oz.) | ||
| €6 ($7) | $11 | 36% |
| Hourly rate for cleaning help | ||
| €13 ($16) | $42 | 63% |
| Clothes in Stuttgart (Germany) is 10% more expensive than in San Francisco, California (United States) | ||
| Stuttgart (Germany) | San Francisco, California (United States) | Diff |
| 1 pair of jeans (Levis 501 or similar) | ||
| €83 ($99) | $60 | 66% |
| 1 summer dress in a High Street Store (Zara, H&M or similar retailers) | ||
| €36 ($43) | $42 | 2% |
| 1 pair of sport shoes (Nike, Adidas, or equivalent brands) | ||
| €90 ($107) | $105 | 2% |
| 1 pair of men’s leather business shoes | ||
| €109 ($130) | $171 | 24% |
| Transportation in Stuttgart (Germany) is about the same as in San Francisco, California (United States) | ||
| Stuttgart (Germany) | San Francisco, California (United States) | Diff |
| Volkswagen Golf 1.4 TSI 150 CV (or equivalent), with no extras, new | ||
| €20,581 ($24,493) | $23,327 | 5% |
| 1 liter (1/4 gallon) of gas | ||
| €1.36 ($1.62) | $0.94 | 72% |
| Monthly ticket public transport | ||
| €71 ($84) | $92 | 8% |
| Taxi trip on a business day, basic tariff, 8 km. (5 miles) | ||
| €19 ($23) | $19 | 23% |
| Personal Care in Stuttgart (Germany) is 45% cheaper than in San Francisco, California (United States) | ||
| Stuttgart (Germany) | San Francisco, California (United States) | Diff |
| Cold medicine for 6 days (Tylenol, Frenadol, Coldrex, or equivalent brands) | ||
| €9 ($11) | $9 | 25% |
| 1 box of antibiotics (12 doses) | ||
| €10 ($12) | $12 | 0% |
| Short visit to private Doctor (15 minutes) | ||
| €41 ($48) | $132 | 64% |
| 1 box of 32 tampons (Tampax, OB, ...) | ||
| €2.79 ($3.32) | $7 | 53% |
| Deodorant, roll-on (50ml ~ 1.5 oz.) | ||
| €2.21 ($2.63) | $4.80 | 45% |
| Hair shampoo 2-in-1 (400 ml ~ 12 oz.) | ||
| €2.20 ($2.62) | $8 | 68% |
| 4 rolls of toilet paper | ||
| €1.43 ($1.71) | $4.63 | 63% |
| Tube of toothpaste | ||
| €1.45 ($1.73) | $2.49 | 31% |
| Standard men's haircut in expat area of the city | ||
| €20 ($24) | $32 | 26% |
| Entertainment in Stuttgart (Germany) is 40% cheaper than in San Francisco, California (United States) | ||
| Stuttgart (Germany) | San Francisco, California (United States) | Diff |
| Basic dinner out for two in neighborhood pub | ||
| €36 ($43) | $61 | 29% |
| 2 tickets to the movies | ||
| €18 ($22) | $31 | 30% |
| 2 tickets to the theater (best available seats) | ||
| €103 ($123) | $263 | 53% |
| Dinner for two at an Italian restaurant in the expat area including appetisers, main course, wine and dessert | ||
| €53 ($63) | $109 | 42% |
| 1 cocktail drink in downtown club | ||
| €9 ($10) | $14 | 27% |
| Cappuccino in expat area of the city | ||
| €3.00 ($3.57) | $5.17 | 31% |
| 1 beer in neighbourhood pub (500ml or 1pt.) | ||
| €3.46 ($4.11) | $9 | 52% |
| iPad Wi-Fi 128GB | ||
| €526 ($627) | $405 | 55% |
| 1 min. of prepaid mobile tariff (no discounts or plans) | ||
| €0.09 ($0.11) | $0.35 | 69% |
| 1 month of gym membership in business district | ||
| €40 ($47) | $111 | 58% |
| 1 package of Marlboro cigarettes | ||
| €5.82 ($7) | $11 | 39% |
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For example, to keep the same standard of living that would require $12,000 in San Francisco, California you would need to make just about $7,702 (€6,472) in Stuttgart.