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Rotterdam, Netherlands

Cost of living · 2022 · Europe

1-Bed Rent EUR 1,320 per month
3-Bed Rent EUR 2,288 per month
Groceries EUR 326 per month
Transport Pass EUR 95 per month
Utilities EUR 132 per month
Restaurant Meal EUR 13 per person

Rent trend in Rotterdam (2022–2026)

Cost breakdown in Rotterdam (2022)

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Estimated monthly budget in Rotterdam

Based on 2022 data. Includes rent, groceries, transport, utilities and occasional dining out.

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Single person
EUR 1,978
🏠 Rent EUR 1,320
🛒 Groceries EUR 326
🚌 Transport EUR 95
💡 Utilities EUR 132
🍽️ Dining out EUR 106
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Family (3–4 people)
EUR 3,622
🏠 Rent 3-bed EUR 2,288
🛒 Groceries EUR 814
🚌 Transport ×2 EUR 190
💡 Utilities EUR 172
🍽️ Dining out EUR 158

Cost comparison — cities in Netherlands (2022)

City 1-Bed Rent Groceries Transport Utilities vs Rotterdam
Rotterdam EUR 1,320 EUR 326 EUR 95 EUR 132
Amsterdam EUR 1,628 EUR 343 EUR 95 EUR 145 +23.3%
The Hague EUR 1,408 EUR 326 EUR 92 EUR 136 +6.7%
Utrecht EUR 1,496 EUR 330 EUR 92 EUR 139 +13.3%

Frequently asked questions

What is the cost of living in Rotterdam in 2022?

In 2022, a single person living in Rotterdam needs approximately EUR 1,978/month, covering rent, groceries, transport and utilities. A family of 3–4 typically spends around EUR 3,622/month. Rotterdam is considered a mid-range city by global standards.

How much is rent in Rotterdam in 2022?

A 1-bedroom apartment in Rotterdam costs approximately EUR 1,320/month in 2022. A 3-bedroom apartment runs around EUR 2,288/month.

How much do groceries cost in Rotterdam?

Monthly grocery costs for one person in Rotterdam are approximately EUR 326 in 2022. This covers basic supermarket shopping including food and household essentials.

What does public transport cost in Rotterdam?

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

How much are utilities in Rotterdam?

Monthly utility costs in Rotterdam average EUR 132 in 2022, covering electricity, heating/cooling, water and internet for a standard apartment.

Is Rotterdam expensive to live in?

Rotterdam is located in Netherlands (Europe). With a 1-bed rent of EUR 1,320/month and total single-person expenses around EUR 1,978/month, it is mid-range by global standards.

How much does eating out cost in Rotterdam?

A typical restaurant meal for one person in Rotterdam costs approximately EUR 13 in 2022. Budget around EUR 106/month if dining out a few times a week.

How have living costs in Rotterdam changed over time?

LifeIndexed tracks cost of living data for Rotterdam from 2022 to 2026. 1-bed rent has increased by 20.1% over this period (from EUR 1,320 in 2022 to EUR 1,585 in 2026). Use the year tabs above to compare costs across years.

What is the monthly budget needed to live comfortably in Rotterdam?

To live comfortably in Rotterdam in 2022, a single person needs approximately EUR 1,978/month. This covers rent (EUR 1,320), groceries (EUR 326), transport (EUR 95), utilities (EUR 132) and dining out occasionally. A family of 3–4 should budget around EUR 3,622/month.

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