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Lelystad vs Rotterdam

Netherlands vs Netherlands · 95 km apart

Lelystad

Netherlands

€1,052 ($1,144)

single / month

Cheaper overall
VS

Rotterdam

Netherlands

€1,216 ($1,322)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

ExpenseLelystadRotterdamCheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant$10.20$11.63Lelystad
Three-course meal for two, mid-range$40.80$46.51Lelystad
Cappuccino$3.06$3.49Lelystad
Monthly groceries (single person)$231$264Lelystad
Monthly public transport pass$37.40$42.64Lelystad
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment$98.60$112Lelystad
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)$28.56$32.56Lelystad
Fitness club membership$28.56$32.56Lelystad
Cinema ticket$7.48$8.53Lelystad
One-bedroom apartment in city centre$667$786Lelystad
One-bedroom apartment outside centre$464$547Lelystad
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre$1,392$1,640Lelystad
Total single-person budget$1,144$1,322Lelystad
Average net salary$3,400$3,876

Verdict

Lelystad is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Lelystad runs about $1,144 versus $1,322 in Rotterdam — a difference of roughly 16%.

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 Lelystad  ·  Full cost of living in Rotterdam

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lelystad cheaper than Rotterdam?
Yes. A single person spends an estimated $1,144 per month in Lelystad versus $1,322 in Rotterdam — about 16% less.
How far is Lelystad from Rotterdam?
The straight-line distance between Lelystad and Rotterdam is approximately 95 km (59 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Lelystad or Rotterdam?
The estimated average net salary is $3,400 in Lelystad and $3,876 in Rotterdam. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $2,256 in Lelystad versus $2,554 in Rotterdam per month.