Cost of Living in Nuremberg, Germany
Nuremberg is a city in Germany, where a single person can expect to spend about $1,800 per month including rent, food, and local transport. A one-bedroom apartment in the city centre averages $958 per month, or $678 outside the centre. Internet is solid at around 117 Mbps median download speed. On safety, Nuremberg scores 82/100 — very safe for residents and visitors. Expect summer highs near 78°F and winter highs around 42°F, with roughly 140 sunny days a year.
Nuremberg Cost of Living Breakdown
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Lifestyle & Quality of Life in Nuremberg
How Nuremberg Ranks Among 340 Cities
Of the 340 cities Voyica tracks, Nuremberg ranks in the top 8% for public transit, but sits in the bottom 36% for internet speed. It costs more than 56% of them.
| Metric | Nuremberg | World rank | Rank in Europe |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monthly cost | $1,800 | #193 of 340 | #39 of 91 |
| Safety | 82/100 | #35 of 340 | #18 of 91 |
| Healthcare | 73/100 | #133 of 340 | #41 of 91 |
| Internet speed | 117 Mbps | #221 of 340 | #62 of 91 |
| Walkability | 74/100 | #74 of 340 | #53 of 91 |
| Public transit | 78/100 | #26 of 340 | #16 of 91 |
| Food scene | 72/100 | #178 of 340 | #41 of 91 |
| Air quality | 91/100 | #45 of 340 | #19 of 91 |
Rank 1 = most affordable, safest, and so on. Computed across every city in Voyica's dataset (June 2026 snapshot); ties share a rank.
Cheaper Alternatives to Nuremberg
Cities with a similar mix of safety, food, culture, walkability and climate that cost at least 15% less per month than Nuremberg.
- Cluj-Napoca, Romania — $1,352/mo, 25% cheaper, safety 78/100
- Budapest, Hungary — $1,380/mo, 23% cheaper, safety 78/100
- Riga, Latvia — $1,405/mo, 22% cheaper, safety 76/100
- Granada, Spain — $1,476/mo, 18% cheaper, safety 78/100
Nuremberg FAQ
How much does it cost to live in Nuremberg?
A single person should budget around $1,800 per month in Nuremberg, covering rent, groceries, transport, and basic lifestyle costs.
How much is rent in Nuremberg?
A one-bedroom apartment in central Nuremberg averages $958 per month, dropping to about $678 outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about $1,804.
Is Nuremberg safe?
Nuremberg scores 82/100 on safety, which is very safe. Tourist safety is rated 85/100.
How fast is the internet in Nuremberg?
Median download speeds in Nuremberg are around 117 Mbps — solid for remote work and video calls. There are roughly 22 coworking spaces in the city.
Does Germany offer a digital nomad visa?
Germany does not currently offer a dedicated digital nomad visa. US passport holders can usually stay 90 days visa-free.
What is the weather like in Nuremberg?
Nuremberg sees summer highs around 78°F and winter highs near 42°F, with about 140 mostly sunny days a year and at least 1 mm of rain on about 104 days.
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