Netherlands

Cost of Living in Utrecht

Monthly Total

$3,848

$67,340

Housing (1BR Mid-range)

$1,834

Daily Spend (ex. rent)

$67

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

$1,834

$32,095

Utilities

Electric, water, gas, and internet

$299

$5,233

Groceries

Groceries from supermarkets

$191

$3,343

Dining Out

Mix of casual restaurants, ~12 meals/month

$252

$4,410

Transportation

Rideshare (Uber/Didi), ~30 rides/month

$540

$9,450

Lifestyle & Entertainment

Entertainment, occasional cleaning service

$332

$5,810

Healthcare

Basic private health insurance

$360

$6,300

Phone & Subscriptions

Phone plan and streaming subscriptions

$39

$683

Monthly Total

$3,848

$67,340

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