The city of Frankfurt is one of the attractive destinations for immigrants due to its cultural prosperity. With its strong economic development, excellent support system, and easy access to superior medical and educational services, this city is known as a place to immigrate to. From different languages to diverse cultural events, this city offers many perspectives to live and work. According to these points, the consultants of Estehbanati Institute, in this article, examine the key points that are important for immigrants to this city.
General description
country | Germany |
State | They are |
the crowd | 773,068 (urban 2,319,029) |
Postal code | 60306–60599, 65929–65936 |
Frankfurt weather
In Frankfurt, summer is a popular season and winters are cold and sometimes windy. During the year, temperatures typically range from 30°F to 77°F, rarely falling below 17°F or above 88°F. According to tourist scores, the best time of year to visit the city for hot weather activities is from mid-June to early September.
The warm season lasts for 3.2 months (from June 2 to September 8), with average daily temperatures above 69°F. The hottest month of the year in this city is July, with an average temperature of 76 degrees Fahrenheit and a minimum of 58 degrees Fahrenheit.
The cold season lasts for 3.6 months (from November 15 to March 3), with an average daily high temperature below 47°F. The coldest month of the year in Frankfurt is January, with an average temperature of 30 degrees Fahrenheit and a maximum of 39 degrees Fahrenheit.
Best time of year to visit
To determine the pleasantness of the air in this city, we always consider two time frames. Of course, the most points from tourists are given in favor of clear and rainless days with temperatures between 65 degrees Fahrenheit and 80 degrees Fahrenheit. Based on these scores, the best time of year to visit the city for general outdoor tourist activities is from mid-June to early September (with peak scores in the first week of August).
There are also those who prefer to travel or have fun on clear and rainless days with temperatures between 75 degrees Fahrenheit and 90 degrees Fahrenheit. According to these people, the best time of year to visit this city for hot weather activities is from mid-July to mid-August (with maximum points in the first week of August).
Cost of living in Frankfurt 2024
Most people who intend to immigrate to Germany consider Frankfurt as their first choice. It is good to know that this city (without rent) is 128.7% more expensive than Tehran. In addition, the cost of renting a house there is on average 141.3% more than Tehran.
In general, a single person needs between 1400 and 2000 euros per month to live relatively well in this city. While a family will need 4000 euros. However, one should save more money for the first few months as the cost of moving is expensive and includes many unforeseen expenses. Rent, health insurance, food, transportation, internet, telephone, restaurants and entertainment are the main costs of living in this popular German city. Also, a suitable budget should be considered for children’s education.
The cost of renting housing in the city of Frankfurt
The average house rent in this city is about 13 euros per square meter. Of course, this cost largely depends on where the person decides to rent it. For example, one of the most expensive neighborhoods is the West End, but Bornheim seems more accessible and popular.
For many of the city’s residents, the issue isn’t that rent is too expensive. Rather, the pain point is that there are not enough apartments to meet the high demand of the city. Finding a furnished apartment can be difficult and expensive. Besides, it costs more than furnishing the apartment by the person himself.
Apartment (1 bedroom) in the city center | 1,217.23 euros |
Apartment (1 bedroom) outside the center | 868.80 euros |
Apartment (3 bedrooms) in the city center | 2,086.54 euros |
Apartment (3 bedrooms) outside the center | 1,521.74 euros |
The price per square meter to buy an apartment in the city center | 7,026.56 euros |
The price per square meter to buy an apartment outside the center | 4,395.00 euros |
Shipping costs Frankfurt
This city has relatively affordable transportation costs. In fact, most parts of Germany have an excellent public transportation system that can be used to get to work or home if you don’t want to take a taxi.
One-way ticket (local transport) | 3.40 euros |
Monthly bus card (regular price) | 49.00 euros |
Basic price of taxi fare (normal rate) | 4.00 euros |
Taxi 1 km (regular rate) | 2.40 euros |
Taxi with 1 hour waiting (normal rate) | 27.50 euros |
Gasoline (1 liter) | 1.76 euros |
Food costs
Most expats point out that eating out in restaurants in Frankfurt is expensive and does not save money. Currently, a dinner for two in a typical restaurant may cost an average of 45 euros. While lunch may cost between 8 and 14 euros in a smaller restaurant.
Food in a cheap restaurant | 18.00 euros |
Food for 2 people in a mid-range restaurant (about three meals) | 70.00 euros |
McDonald’s sandwich (or equivalent combination food) | 9.50 euros |
Cappuccino (regular) | 3.51 euros |
Coca-Cola/Pepsi (0.33 liter bottle) | 2.71 euros |
Water (0.33 liter bottle) | 2.51 euros |
Water (1.5 liter bottle) | 0.78 euros |
milk (normal 1 liter) | 1.07 euros |
fresh white bread (500 grams) | 1.97 euros |
Rice (white 1 kg) | 2.77 euros |
Eggs (normal 12) | 3.41 euros |
Local cheese (1 kg) | 12.52 euros |
Chicken fillet (1 kg) | 13.24 euros |
apple (1 kg) | 2.72 euros |
Banana (1 kg) | 1.38 euros |
Orange (1 kg) | 2.03 euros |
Tomatoes (1 kg) | 3.18 euros |
Potatoes (1 kg) | 1.44 euros |
onion (1 kg) | 1.54 euros |
Lettuce (1 head) | 1.83 euros |
20 packs of cigarettes (Marlboro) | 8.20 euros |
The best universities in Frankfurt
German universities are such educational centers that attract the attention of many international students. Of course, before applying to these centers, it is very important to know the related living and education costs. The good news is that the cost of living in Frankfurt is very affordable for students (especially considering the high quality of education available).
The average rent for a student in the city is around €1,089.30, while food can cost up to €31.77. The cost of telephone and internet for students in this city is 181.55 euros and 27.23 euros, respectively.
Keep in mind that this city is home to some of the top universities in the country. Below is a list of the top universities that offer the best possible opportunity for international students.
Goethe University
Goethe University is one of the top research universities in the world, with 19 Nobel Prize winners among its graduates. Goethe is one of the few public universities in Germany.
University of Applied Sciences
Frankfurt University of Applied Sciences also offers a wide range of course options and international students have access to special student counseling services. Students can also take advantage of the university’s international career department, which will help them complete their program.
Faculty of Finance and Management
The city’s school of finance and management is a private business school and is recognized as one of the top institutions in the city.
The school is recognized for offering high-quality courses to students and has a global seal of approval from the Advanced Association of Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB).
University of Music and Performing Arts
About 1500 students from more than 50 different countries study at the University of Music and Performing Arts. As its name suggests, this university offers programs in the fields of music, theater and dance.
Europa University
The European University (often referred to as Oder University) is an institution with more than 6,000 students. Despite its small size, the university offers a number of programs in English in subjects including business administration, cultural studies, law, history, and more.
university | QS World University Rankings 2024 | Tuition fee/semester | Accommodation fee |
Goethe University | =328 | 369 euros | 400 euros |
University of Applied Sciences | 328 | 1500 euros | 545 euros |
Faculty of Finance and Management | – | 1500 euros | 650 euros |
University of Music and Performing Arts | – | N.A | 540 euros |
Europa University | – | Free (for UG) | 85 euros |
Frankfurt schools
The vast majority of Germans attend public schools because of the high standard of education and free of charge. Schooling starts at the age of 6 and includes elementary, middle and high school. Another advantage to consider is that the schools (especially the elementary section) are almost all accessible by foot or by subway (especially if you live in the center of Frankfurt).
However, this system creates a practical problem for immigrant families. This is the issue of teaching in the morning.
Basically, city schools don’t have evening classes and don’t offer any of the extra programs that immigrant parents are used to (especially sports).
Before and after school care for primary school children is often provided by on-site school clubs (Schulhort or Kita for Kindergarten). But beware that they also close at 4-6pm. It’s also important to note that tuition fees in international schools are relatively expensive (although it will be cheap compared to Switzerland). In addition, this fee is different depending on the level of your child.
Although public education in Germany is very good, keep in mind that the grading system is very different from American or English programs. So if you want your child to avoid this new system, you should consider one of the international schools that implement the same grade system as these two countries.
International schools are low in quantity but high in quality. But they always have a long waiting list. So it is possible that many immigrants are on the waiting list.
The state of affairs in Frankfurt 2024
According to recent statistical data, Germany has nearly 770,301 job vacancies. The country has a wide range of opportunities in various sectors including IT, healthcare and tourism. Recent reports show that Germany is ranked 9th in terms of quality of life and attracts many immigrants from all over the world.
Several immigration programs are offered in Germany to attract skilled immigrants to fill relevant job roles. The country plans to invite about 447,055 immigrants to fill various job positions. Careers such as nurses and doctors, engineers, aircraft technicians, and even business analysts are in high demand. If you want to be part of these people, use the guidance of the consultants of Istehabanati Migration Institute.
The average annual salary in Germany is between 44,164 euros and 75,000 euros, and the minimum wage is 12.41 euros (per hour) from 2024. The highest-income states in Germany are:
- Berlin
- Munich
- Frankfurt
Remember that the country’s strong economy and strong emphasis on a skilled workforce make it a top choice for finding work and living in Germany.
The Iranians of Frankfurt
Iranians in Germany are known by terms such as Iranian-German or Persian-German. Similar terms to these in the original Iranisch Deutsch and Persisches Deutsch can be found in the German-speaking media. In 2022, the German Federal Statistical Office (Destatis) estimated that 30,4000 Iranians with a high background will live in Germany. Iranians in Germany have chosen various careers that include fashion, art and entertainment to engineering and medicine.
Today, most German Iranians have German and Iranian citizenship (multinational). The demographics of these people are as follows.
Name of the city | Number of resident Iranians |
Hamburg | 9873 |
Berlin | 9039 |
Cologne | 4760 |
Munich | 3792 |
Ben | 3,341 |
Düsseldorf | 2962 |
Frankfurt | 2884 |
Hanover | 2543 |
Bremen | 2460 |
Sen | 1863 |
final word
This article discusses the cost of living in Frankfurt based on expat information. As someone considering moving to this city, remember that a person’s lifestyle affects how much they can manage their monthly expenses. However, managing monthly expenses will be very difficult if one goes without planning. As a result, having a reasonable budget is essential for living in this city. The consultants of Esthebanati Institute are with you in this planning and the start of immigration to Germany.
Frequently asked questions
1- What is the average net monthly salary (after tax) in Frankfurt?
The average salary level in this city for 2024 is estimated at 3,938.28 euros.
2- What are the best universities in this city?
Goethe University, University of Applied Sciences, Faculty of Finance and Management, University of Music and Performing Arts and European University.
3- What are the best Frankfurt schools for international students?
FIS International School, ISF International School Rhine Main, French Lycée Victor Hugo and Metropolitan School.
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