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Utrecht, Netherlands

Cost of living · 2025 · Europe · Rent +3.2% vs 2024

1-Bed Rent EUR 1,754 per month
3-Bed Rent EUR 2,993 per month
Groceries EUR 387 per month
Transport Pass EUR 108 per month
Utilities EUR 163 per month
Restaurant Meal EUR 17 per person

Rent trend in Utrecht (2022–2026)

Cost breakdown in Utrecht (2025)

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Estimated monthly budget in Utrecht

Based on 2025 data. Includes rent, groceries, transport, utilities and occasional dining out.

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Single person
EUR 2,545
🏠 Rent EUR 1,754
🛒 Groceries EUR 387
🚌 Transport EUR 108
💡 Utilities EUR 163
🍽️ Dining out EUR 132
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Family (3–4 people)
EUR 4,587
🏠 Rent 3-bed EUR 2,993
🛒 Groceries EUR 968
🚌 Transport ×2 EUR 217
💡 Utilities EUR 212
🍽️ Dining out EUR 198

Cost comparison — cities in Netherlands (2025)

City 1-Bed Rent Groceries Transport Utilities vs Utrecht
Utrecht EUR 1,754 EUR 387 EUR 108 EUR 163
Amsterdam EUR 1,909 EUR 402 EUR 111 EUR 170 +8.8%
Rotterdam EUR 1,548 EUR 382 EUR 111 EUR 155 -11.8%
The Hague EUR 1,651 EUR 382 EUR 108 EUR 160 -5.9%

Other Europe cities (2025)

Frequently asked questions

What is the cost of living in Utrecht in 2025?

In 2025, a single person living in Utrecht needs approximately EUR 2,545/month, covering rent, groceries, transport and utilities. A family of 3–4 typically spends around EUR 4,587/month. Utrecht is considered a mid-range city by global standards.

How much is rent in Utrecht in 2025?

A 1-bedroom apartment in Utrecht costs approximately EUR 1,754/month in 2025. A 3-bedroom apartment runs around EUR 2,993/month. Rent has changed +3.2% vs 2024.

How much do groceries cost in Utrecht?

Monthly grocery costs for one person in Utrecht are approximately EUR 387 in 2025. This covers basic supermarket shopping including food and household essentials.

What does public transport cost in Utrecht?

A monthly public transport pass in Utrecht costs EUR 108 in 2025, covering unlimited bus, metro and tram travel within the city.

How much are utilities in Utrecht?

Monthly utility costs in Utrecht average EUR 163 in 2025, covering electricity, heating/cooling, water and internet for a standard apartment.

Is Utrecht expensive to live in?

Utrecht is located in Netherlands (Europe). With a 1-bed rent of EUR 1,754/month and total single-person expenses around EUR 2,545/month, it is mid-range by global standards.

How much does eating out cost in Utrecht?

A typical restaurant meal for one person in Utrecht costs approximately EUR 17 in 2025. Budget around EUR 132/month if dining out a few times a week.

How have living costs in Utrecht changed over time?

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.

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

To live comfortably in Utrecht in 2025, a single person needs approximately EUR 2,545/month. This covers rent (EUR 1,754), groceries (EUR 387), transport (EUR 108), utilities (EUR 163) and dining out occasionally. A family of 3–4 should budget around EUR 4,587/month.

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