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Bergen vs Amsterdam

Netherlands vs Netherlands · 37 km apart

Bergen

Netherlands

€937 ($1,019)

single / month

Cheaper overall
VS

Amsterdam

Netherlands

€1,406 ($1,528)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

ExpenseBergenAmsterdamCheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant$9.18$13.26Bergen
Three-course meal for two, mid-range$36.72$53.04Bergen
Cappuccino$2.75$3.98Bergen
Monthly groceries (single person)$208$301Bergen
Monthly public transport pass$33.66$48.62Bergen
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment$88.74$128Bergen
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)$25.70$37.13Bergen
Fitness club membership$25.70$37.13Bergen
Cinema ticket$6.73$9.72Bergen
One-bedroom apartment in city centre$585$926Bergen
One-bedroom apartment outside centre$407$644Bergen
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre$1,220$1,932Bergen
Total single-person budget$1,019$1,528Bergen
Average net salary$3,060$4,420

Verdict

Bergen is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Bergen runs about $1,019 versus $1,528 in Amsterdam — a difference of roughly 50%.

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 Bergen  ·  Full cost of living in Amsterdam

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bergen cheaper than Amsterdam?
Yes. A single person spends an estimated $1,019 per month in Bergen versus $1,528 in Amsterdam — about 50% less.
How far is Bergen from Amsterdam?
The straight-line distance between Bergen and Amsterdam is approximately 37 km (23 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Bergen or Amsterdam?
The estimated average net salary is $3,060 in Bergen and $4,420 in Amsterdam. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $2,041 in Bergen versus $2,892 in Amsterdam per month.