Cost of Living in Rotterdam
Netherlands • Pop: 0.7M
Rotterdam offers modern architecture and more affordable alternative to Amsterdam.
Modern architectureLower costsMajor portInnovative culture
Cost
Index
Index
82
Rent
Index
Index
78
Avg Net Salary
$2,666/mo
Cost Breakdown vs NYC (Index 100)
Overall Cost
82
18% cheaperRent
78
22% cheaperGroceries
85
15% cheaperRestaurants
82
18% cheaperTransport
88
12% cheaperUtilities
105
5% pricierSalary Equivalence
How much you'd need to earn in Rotterdam to match a NYC salary
| NYC Salary | Equivalent in Rotterdam | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| $50,000 | $41,000 | Save $9,000 |
| $75,000 | $61,500 | Save $13,500 |
| $100,000 | $82,000 | Save $18,000 |
| $125,000 | $102,500 | Save $22,500 |
| $150,000 | $123,000 | Save $27,000 |
| $200,000 | $164,000 | Save $36,000 |
Living in Rotterdam: What to Expect
Rotterdam has a cost of living index of 82, meaning it is 18% cheaper than NYC in overall living costs.
The average net monthly salary in Rotterdam is approximately €3,100 ($2,666 when converted to USD).
Cost Breakdown
- Rent: Index of 78
- Groceries: Index of 85
- Restaurants: Index of 82
- Transport: Index of 88
- Utilities: Index of 105
Key highlights: Modern architecture, Lower costs, Major port, Innovative culture.
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