Cost of Living in Ulm


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£1,646

Average cost per month

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Distribution of Expenses

Property
49%
Groceries
18%
Eating Out
10%
Transportation
3%
Utilities
17%
Leisure
3%
Property
49%
Groceries
18%
Eating Out
10%
Transportation
3%
Utilities
17%
Leisure
3%

Cost of living breakdown for Ulm

You can expect to spend around £1,646 per month for 1 person as of 2026, on common living costs such as housing, food, and transport.

Housing

£728Average rent per month
£4,576Price per m² (city centre)
£3,036Price per m² (outside centre)
Housing

Standard of Living

Cost of living index51
Quality of life index100
Safety index76
Standard of Living

Food & Drink

Ulm average costs for food and drink.

£276Weekly groceries/person
£146Dining out average cost/person
£3Regular coffee
Food & Drink

Salary & Services

Ulm average salaries and services.

£3,036Average Monthly Net Salary
£50Transport
Healthcare80
Salary & Services

Average living costs in Germany

ItemAverage pricePrice range
1 Bedroom Apartment in City CentreRent Per Month£728.19£690.72 - £1,208.77
1 Bedroom Apartment Outside of CentreRent Per Month£571.74£484.37 - £713.17
3 Bedroom Apartment in City CentreRent Per Month£1,426.35£1,295.11 - £1,554.13
3 Bedroom Apartment Outside of CentreRent Per Month£1,146.17£1,036.08 - £1,295.11

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Frequently asked questions

The cost of living in Ulm depends on your lifestyle. On average, a single person needs £917 per month without rent, while a family of four requires £3,030. Renting a 1-bedroom apartment in the city centre costs an additional £728 on average.

Public transport prices vary, but generally, a one-way ticket for local transport in Ulm costs £2. If you are commuting regularly, a monthly pass is typically priced at £50.

The average monthly net salary (after tax) in Ulm is currently £3,036.

Dining costs depend on your choices. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant in Ulm costs approximately £13, while a three-course meal for two people at a mid-range restaurant costs around £52.

The estimated monthly cost of living in Ulm for a single person is £917, excluding rent.

For a family of four living in Ulm, the estimated monthly costs are £3,030, not including rent.

Rent prices in Ulm depend on the area. The average monthly rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in the city centre is £728, compared to £572 outside the centre. For a 3-bedroom apartment, the average is £1,426 in the centre and £1,146 in suburban areas.

Basic utilities in Ulm (including electricity, heating, cooling, water, and garbage for an 85m² apartment) cost an average of £292 per month. Internet access typically adds another £40.