Cost of Living in Munich
Germany • Pop: 1.5M
Munich is Germany's most expensive city but offers exceptional quality of life.
Highest salaries in GermanyExcellent transportBeer cultureAlps access
Cost
Index
Index
95
Rent
Index
Index
92
Avg Net Salary
£3,096/mo
Cost Breakdown vs London (Index 100)
Overall Cost
95
5% cheaperRent
92
8% cheaperGroceries
88
12% cheaperRestaurants
85
15% cheaperTransport
95
5% cheaperUtilities
105
5% pricierSalary Equivalence
How much you'd need to earn in Munich to match a London salary
| London Salary | Equivalent in Munich | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| £30,000 | £28,500 | Save £1,500 |
| £40,000 | £38,000 | Save £2,000 |
| £50,000 | £47,500 | Save £2,500 |
| £60,000 | £57,000 | Save £3,000 |
| £75,000 | £71,250 | Save £3,750 |
| £100,000 | £95,000 | Save £5,000 |
Living in Munich: What to Expect
Munich has a cost of living index of 95, meaning it is 5% cheaper than London in overall living costs.
The average net monthly salary in Munich is approximately €3,600 (£3,096 when converted to GBP).
Cost Breakdown
- Rent: Index of 92
- Groceries: Index of 88
- Restaurants: Index of 85
- Transport: Index of 95
- Utilities: Index of 105
Key highlights: Highest salaries in Germany, Excellent transport, Beer culture, Alps access.
Use our UK salary calculator to see your take-home pay, or compare with other cities.