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Nijmegen vs Maastricht

Netherlands vs Netherlands · 109 km apart

Nijmegen

Netherlands

€1,052 ($1,144)

single / month

Cheaper overall
VS

Maastricht

Netherlands

€1,122 ($1,220)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

ExpenseNijmegenMaastrichtCheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant$10.20$10.81Nijmegen
Three-course meal for two, mid-range$40.80$43.25Nijmegen
Cappuccino$3.06$3.24Nijmegen
Monthly groceries (single person)$231$245Nijmegen
Monthly public transport pass$37.40$39.64Nijmegen
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment$98.60$105Nijmegen
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)$28.56$30.27Nijmegen
Fitness club membership$28.56$30.27Nijmegen
Cinema ticket$7.48$7.93Nijmegen
One-bedroom apartment in city centre$667$717Nijmegen
One-bedroom apartment outside centre$464$499Nijmegen
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre$1,392$1,497Nijmegen
Total single-person budget$1,144$1,220Nijmegen
Average net salary$3,400$3,604

Verdict

Nijmegen is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Nijmegen runs about $1,144 versus $1,220 in Maastricht — a difference of roughly 7%.

Salary-adjusted, Maastricht 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 Nijmegen  ·  Full cost of living in Maastricht

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Nijmegen cheaper than Maastricht?
Yes. A single person spends an estimated $1,144 per month in Nijmegen versus $1,220 in Maastricht — about 7% less.
How far is Nijmegen from Maastricht?
The straight-line distance between Nijmegen and Maastricht is approximately 109 km (68 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Nijmegen or Maastricht?
The estimated average net salary is $3,400 in Nijmegen and $3,604 in Maastricht. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $2,256 in Nijmegen versus $2,384 in Maastricht per month.