Netherlands
Cost of Living in Amsterdam
Monthly Total
$4,429
$77,508
Housing (1BR Mid-range)
$2,178
Daily Spend (ex. rent)
$75
Based on a typical lifestyle for international residents: 1BR furnished apartment, mix of cooking/eating out, rideshare transportation, moderate entertainment. Last updated: 3/31/2026.
Monthly Cost Breakdown
Housing (Rent)
1BR furnished apartment in mid-range neighborhood
$2,178
$38,115
Utilities
Electric, water, gas, and internet
$322
$5,635
Groceries
Groceries from supermarkets
$200
$3,500
Dining Out
Mix of casual restaurants, ~12 meals/month
$276
$4,830
Transportation
Rideshare (Uber/Didi), ~30 rides/month
$660
$11,550
Lifestyle & Entertainment
Entertainment, occasional cleaning service
$354
$6,195
Healthcare
Basic private health insurance
$400
$7,000
Phone & Subscriptions
Phone plan and streaming subscriptions
$39
$683
Monthly Total
$4,429
$77,508
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