Utrecht, Netherlands

In 2026, a single person living in Utrecht needs approximately EUR 2,606/month, covering rent, groceries, transport and utilities. A family of 3–4 typically spends around EUR 4,697/month. Utrecht is considered a mid-range city by global standards.

A 1-bedroom apartment in Utrecht costs approximately EUR 1,797/month in 2026. A 3-bedroom apartment runs around EUR 3,065/month. Rent has changed +2.4% vs 2025.

Monthly grocery costs for one person in Utrecht are approximately EUR 396 in 2026. This covers basic supermarket shopping including food and household essentials.

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

Monthly utility costs in Utrecht average EUR 167 in 2026, covering electricity, heating/cooling, water and internet for a standard apartment.

Utrecht is located in Netherlands (Europe). With a 1-bed rent of EUR 1,797/month and total single-person expenses around EUR 2,606/month, it is mid-range by global standards.

A typical restaurant meal for one person in Utrecht costs approximately EUR 17 in 2026. Budget around EUR 135/month if dining out a few times a week.

LifeIndexed tracks cost of living data for Utrecht from 2022 to 2026. 1-bed rent has increased by 20.1% over this period (from EUR 1,496 in 2022 to EUR 1,797 in 2026). Use the year tabs above to compare costs across years.

To live comfortably in Utrecht in 2026, a single person needs approximately EUR 2,606/month. This covers rent (EUR 1,797), groceries (EUR 396), transport (EUR 111), utilities (EUR 167) and dining out occasionally. A family of 3–4 should budget around EUR 4,697/month.