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Groningen vs Amsterdam

Netherlands vs Netherlands · 147 km apart

Groningen

Netherlands

€1,052 ($1,144)

single / month

Cheaper overall
VS

Amsterdam

Netherlands

€1,406 ($1,528)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

ExpenseGroningenAmsterdamCheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant$10.20$13.26Groningen
Three-course meal for two, mid-range$40.80$53.04Groningen
Cappuccino$3.06$3.98Groningen
Monthly groceries (single person)$231$301Groningen
Monthly public transport pass$37.40$48.62Groningen
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment$98.60$128Groningen
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)$28.56$37.13Groningen
Fitness club membership$28.56$37.13Groningen
Cinema ticket$7.48$9.72Groningen
One-bedroom apartment in city centre$667$926Groningen
One-bedroom apartment outside centre$464$644Groningen
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre$1,392$1,932Groningen
Total single-person budget$1,144$1,528Groningen
Average net salary$3,400$4,420

Verdict

Groningen is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Groningen runs about $1,144 versus $1,528 in Amsterdam — a difference of roughly 34%.

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 Groningen  ·  Full cost of living in Amsterdam

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Groningen cheaper than Amsterdam?
Yes. A single person spends an estimated $1,144 per month in Groningen versus $1,528 in Amsterdam — about 34% less.
How far is Groningen from Amsterdam?
The straight-line distance between Groningen and Amsterdam is approximately 147 km (92 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Groningen or Amsterdam?
The estimated average net salary is $3,400 in Groningen and $4,420 in Amsterdam. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $2,256 in Groningen versus $2,892 in Amsterdam per month.