Amsterdam, Netherlands

In 2022, a single person living in Amsterdam needs approximately EUR 2,331/month, covering rent, groceries, transport and utilities. A family of 3–4 typically spends around EUR 4,144/month. Amsterdam is considered a mid-range city by global standards.

A 1-bedroom apartment in Amsterdam costs approximately EUR 1,628/month in 2022. A 3-bedroom apartment runs around EUR 2,728/month.

Monthly grocery costs for one person in Amsterdam are approximately EUR 343 in 2022. This covers basic supermarket shopping including food and household essentials.

A monthly public transport pass in Amsterdam costs EUR 95 in 2022, covering unlimited bus, metro and tram travel within the city.

Monthly utility costs in Amsterdam average EUR 145 in 2022, covering electricity, heating/cooling, water and internet for a standard apartment.

Amsterdam is located in Netherlands (Europe). With a 1-bed rent of EUR 1,628/month and total single-person expenses around EUR 2,331/month, it is mid-range by global standards.

A typical restaurant meal for one person in Amsterdam costs approximately EUR 15 in 2022. Budget around EUR 120/month if dining out a few times a week.

LifeIndexed tracks cost of living data for Amsterdam from 2022 to 2026. 1-bed rent has increased by 20.1% over this period (from EUR 1,628 in 2022 to EUR 1,955 in 2026). Use the year tabs above to compare costs across years.

To live comfortably in Amsterdam in 2022, a single person needs approximately EUR 2,331/month. This covers rent (EUR 1,628), groceries (EUR 343), transport (EUR 95), utilities (EUR 145) and dining out occasionally. A family of 3–4 should budget around EUR 4,144/month.