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Amsterdam vs Rotterdam

Netherlands vs Netherlands · 57 km apart

Amsterdam

Netherlands

€1,406 ($1,528)

single / month

VS

Rotterdam

Netherlands

€1,216 ($1,322)

single / month

Cheaper overall

Category Breakdown (USD)

ExpenseAmsterdamRotterdamCheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant$13.26$11.63Rotterdam
Three-course meal for two, mid-range$53.04$46.51Rotterdam
Cappuccino$3.98$3.49Rotterdam
Monthly groceries (single person)$301$264Rotterdam
Monthly public transport pass$48.62$42.64Rotterdam
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment$128$112Rotterdam
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)$37.13$32.56Rotterdam
Fitness club membership$37.13$32.56Rotterdam
Cinema ticket$9.72$8.53Rotterdam
One-bedroom apartment in city centre$926$786Rotterdam
One-bedroom apartment outside centre$644$547Rotterdam
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre$1,932$1,640Rotterdam
Total single-person budget$1,528$1,322Rotterdam
Average net salary$4,420$3,876

Verdict

Rotterdam is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Amsterdam runs about $1,528 versus $1,322 in Rotterdam — a difference of roughly 14%.

Salary-adjusted, Amsterdam leaves more disposable income after basic expenses. Both figures are model estimates — see each city page for local-currency detail.

Full cost of living in Amsterdam  ·  Full cost of living in Rotterdam

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amsterdam cheaper than Rotterdam?
No. Amsterdam costs an estimated $1,528 per month for a single person, about 14% more than Rotterdam at $1,322.
How far is Amsterdam from Rotterdam?
The straight-line distance between Amsterdam and Rotterdam is approximately 57 km (35 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Amsterdam or Rotterdam?
The estimated average net salary is $4,420 in Amsterdam and $3,876 in Rotterdam. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $2,892 in Amsterdam versus $2,554 in Rotterdam per month.