Netherlands
Cost of Living in Rotterdam
Monthly Total
$3,768
$65,940
Housing (1BR Mid-range)
$1,685
Daily Spend (ex. rent)
$69
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
$1,685
$29,488
Utilities
Electric, water, gas, and internet
$299
$5,233
Groceries
Groceries from supermarkets
$185
$3,238
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
$311
$5,443
Healthcare
Basic private health insurance
$315
$5,513
Phone & Subscriptions
Phone plan and streaming subscriptions
$38
$665
Monthly Total
$3,768
$65,940
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