The Hague, Netherlands

In 2026, a single person living in The Hague needs approximately EUR 2,483/month, covering rent, groceries, transport and utilities. A family of 3–4 typically spends around EUR 4,456/month. The Hague is considered a mid-range city by global standards.

A 1-bedroom apartment in The Hague costs approximately EUR 1,691/month in 2026. A 3-bedroom apartment runs around EUR 2,853/month. Rent has changed +2.4% vs 2025.

Monthly grocery costs for one person in The Hague are approximately EUR 391 in 2026. This covers basic supermarket shopping including food and household essentials.

A monthly public transport pass in The Hague costs EUR 111 in 2026, covering unlimited bus, metro and tram travel within the city.

Monthly utility costs in The Hague average EUR 164 in 2026, covering electricity, heating/cooling, water and internet for a standard apartment.

The Hague is located in Netherlands (Europe). With a 1-bed rent of EUR 1,691/month and total single-person expenses around EUR 2,483/month, it is mid-range by global standards.

A typical restaurant meal for one person in The Hague costs approximately EUR 16 in 2026. Budget around EUR 127/month if dining out a few times a week.

LifeIndexed tracks cost of living data for The Hague from 2022 to 2026. 1-bed rent has increased by 20.1% over this period (from EUR 1,408 in 2022 to EUR 1,691 in 2026). Use the year tabs above to compare costs across years.

To live comfortably in The Hague in 2026, a single person needs approximately EUR 2,483/month. This covers rent (EUR 1,691), groceries (EUR 391), transport (EUR 111), utilities (EUR 164) and dining out occasionally. A family of 3–4 should budget around EUR 4,456/month.