What is the Average Cost of Living in Berlin per month/year?

The average cost of living in Berlin is quite reasonable. Basic food items at the supermarket are a little bit expensive but a meal for two at a restaurant is only about $35. For a large city, housing is not overly expensive and compares well with other European cities. A 3 bedroom apartment in the city rents for $1,540 a month while basic utilities come in at about $235. A monthly pass for public transport is about $100.