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The Hague, Netherlands

Cost of living · 2024 · Europe · Rent +6.4% vs 2023

1-Bed Rent EUR 1,600 per month
3-Bed Rent EUR 2,700 per month
Groceries EUR 370 per month
Transport Pass EUR 105 per month
Utilities EUR 155 per month
Restaurant Meal EUR 15 per person

Rent trend in The Hague (2022–2026)

Cost breakdown in The Hague (2024)

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Estimated monthly budget in The Hague

Based on 2024 data. Includes rent, groceries, transport, utilities and occasional dining out.

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Single person
EUR 2,350
🏠 Rent EUR 1,600
🛒 Groceries EUR 370
🚌 Transport EUR 105
💡 Utilities EUR 155
🍽️ Dining out EUR 120
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Family (3–4 people)
EUR 4,217
🏠 Rent 3-bed EUR 2,700
🛒 Groceries EUR 925
🚌 Transport ×2 EUR 210
💡 Utilities EUR 202
🍽️ Dining out EUR 180

Cost comparison — cities in Netherlands (2024)

City 1-Bed Rent Groceries Transport Utilities vs The Hague
The Hague EUR 1,600 EUR 370 EUR 105 EUR 155
Amsterdam EUR 1,850 EUR 390 EUR 108 EUR 165 +15.6%
Rotterdam EUR 1,500 EUR 370 EUR 108 EUR 150 -6.3%
Utrecht EUR 1,700 EUR 375 EUR 105 EUR 158 +6.3%

Other Europe cities (2024)

Frequently asked questions

What is the cost of living in The Hague in 2024?

In 2024, a single person living in The Hague needs approximately EUR 2,350/month, covering rent, groceries, transport and utilities. A family of 3–4 typically spends around EUR 4,217/month. The Hague is considered a mid-range city by global standards.

How much is rent in The Hague in 2024?

A 1-bedroom apartment in The Hague costs approximately EUR 1,600/month in 2024. A 3-bedroom apartment runs around EUR 2,700/month. Rent has changed +6.4% vs 2023.

How much do groceries cost in The Hague?

Monthly grocery costs for one person in The Hague are approximately EUR 370 in 2024. This covers basic supermarket shopping including food and household essentials.

What does public transport cost in The Hague?

A monthly public transport pass in The Hague costs EUR 105 in 2024, covering unlimited bus, metro and tram travel within the city.

How much are utilities in The Hague?

Monthly utility costs in The Hague average EUR 155 in 2024, covering electricity, heating/cooling, water and internet for a standard apartment.

Is The Hague expensive to live in?

The Hague is located in Netherlands (Europe). With a 1-bed rent of EUR 1,600/month and total single-person expenses around EUR 2,350/month, it is mid-range by global standards.

How much does eating out cost in The Hague?

A typical restaurant meal for one person in The Hague costs approximately EUR 15 in 2024. Budget around EUR 120/month if dining out a few times a week.

How have living costs in The Hague changed over time?

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.

What is the monthly budget needed to live comfortably in The Hague?

To live comfortably in The Hague in 2024, a single person needs approximately EUR 2,350/month. This covers rent (EUR 1,600), groceries (EUR 370), transport (EUR 105), utilities (EUR 155) and dining out occasionally. A family of 3–4 should budget around EUR 4,217/month.

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