Cost of Living

The Netherlands is not a cheap country. Housing will be your largest expense by far. Here are realistic monthly estimates.

Student
Housing (Rent + Utils)€400 - €800
Groceries€200 - €250
Health Insurance€120 - €140
Transport€50 (with student discount)
Total Est.€800 - €1,200

Assuming shared housing in a student house.

Single Professional
Housing (Rent + Utils)€1,200 - €1,800
Groceries€250 - €350
Health Insurance€130 - €160
Transport€100 (if commuting)
Total Est.€1,800 - €2,600

Assuming a 1-bedroom apartment in a major city.

Couple
Housing (Rent + Utils)€1,500 - €2,200
Groceries€400 - €500
Health Insurance€260 - €320
Transport€150
Total Est.€2,500 - €3,400

Assuming a 1-2 bedroom apartment.

Disclaimer: All costs are estimates and highly dependent on lifestyle and location (Amsterdam is significantly more expensive than cities in the East or North).