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Rotterdam vs Eindhoven

Netherlands vs Netherlands · 88 km apart

Rotterdam

Netherlands

€1,216 ($1,322)

single / month

VS

Eindhoven

Netherlands

€1,052 ($1,144)

single / month

Cheaper overall

Category Breakdown (USD)

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

Verdict

Eindhoven is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Rotterdam runs about $1,322 versus $1,144 in Eindhoven — a difference of roughly 13%.

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 Rotterdam  ·  Full cost of living in Eindhoven

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Rotterdam cheaper than Eindhoven?
No. Rotterdam costs an estimated $1,322 per month for a single person, about 13% more than Eindhoven at $1,144.
How far is Rotterdam from Eindhoven?
The straight-line distance between Rotterdam and Eindhoven is approximately 88 km (55 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Rotterdam or Eindhoven?
The estimated average net salary is $3,876 in Rotterdam and $3,400 in Eindhoven. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $2,554 in Rotterdam versus $2,256 in Eindhoven per month.