Netherlands
Cost of Living in Leiden
Monthly Total
$3,412
$59,710
Housing (1BR Mid-range)
$1,492
Daily Spend (ex. rent)
$64
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
$1,492
$26,110
Utilities
Electric, water, gas, and internet
$294
$5,145
Groceries
Groceries from supermarkets
$174
$3,045
Dining Out
Mix of casual restaurants, ~12 meals/month
$204
$3,570
Transportation
Rideshare (Uber/Didi), ~30 rides/month
$540
$9,450
Lifestyle & Entertainment
Entertainment, occasional cleaning service
$328
$5,740
Healthcare
Basic private health insurance
$350
$6,125
Phone & Subscriptions
Phone plan and streaming subscriptions
$30
$525
Monthly Total
$3,412
$59,710
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