Netherlands vs Netherlands · 35 km apart
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Cheaper overall| Expense | Amsterdam | Utrecht | Cheaper |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | $13.26 | $10.81 | Utrecht |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | $53.04 | $43.25 | Utrecht |
| Cappuccino | $3.98 | $3.24 | Utrecht |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | $301 | $245 | Utrecht |
| Monthly public transport pass | $48.62 | $39.64 | Utrecht |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | $128 | $105 | Utrecht |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | $37.13 | $30.27 | Utrecht |
| Fitness club membership | $37.13 | $30.27 | Utrecht |
| Cinema ticket | $9.72 | $7.93 | Utrecht |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | $926 | $717 | Utrecht |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | $644 | $499 | Utrecht |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | $1,932 | $1,497 | Utrecht |
| Total single-person budget | $1,528 | $1,220 | Utrecht |
| Average net salary | $4,420 | $3,604 |
Utrecht is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Amsterdam runs about $1,528 versus $1,220 in Utrecht — a difference of roughly 20%.
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 Utrecht