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Bergen vs Rotterdam

Netherlands vs Netherlands · 85 km apart

Bergen

Netherlands

€937 ($1,019)

single / month

Cheaper overall
VS

Rotterdam

Netherlands

€1,216 ($1,322)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

ExpenseBergenRotterdamCheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant$9.18$11.63Bergen
Three-course meal for two, mid-range$36.72$46.51Bergen
Cappuccino$2.75$3.49Bergen
Monthly groceries (single person)$208$264Bergen
Monthly public transport pass$33.66$42.64Bergen
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment$88.74$112Bergen
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)$25.70$32.56Bergen
Fitness club membership$25.70$32.56Bergen
Cinema ticket$6.73$8.53Bergen
One-bedroom apartment in city centre$585$786Bergen
One-bedroom apartment outside centre$407$547Bergen
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre$1,220$1,640Bergen
Total single-person budget$1,019$1,322Bergen
Average net salary$3,060$3,876

Verdict

Bergen is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Bergen runs about $1,019 versus $1,322 in Rotterdam — a difference of roughly 30%.

Salary-adjusted, Rotterdam 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 Rotterdam

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bergen cheaper than Rotterdam?
Yes. A single person spends an estimated $1,019 per month in Bergen versus $1,322 in Rotterdam — about 30% less.
How far is Bergen from Rotterdam?
The straight-line distance between Bergen and Rotterdam is approximately 85 km (53 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Bergen or Rotterdam?
The estimated average net salary is $3,060 in Bergen and $3,876 in Rotterdam. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $2,041 in Bergen versus $2,554 in Rotterdam per month.