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Rotterdam vs The Hague

Netherlands vs Netherlands · 21 km apart

Rotterdam

Netherlands

€1,216 ($1,322)

single / month

VS

The Hague

Netherlands

€1,122 ($1,220)

single / month

Cheaper overall

Category Breakdown (USD)

ExpenseRotterdamThe HagueCheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant$11.63$10.81The Hague
Three-course meal for two, mid-range$46.51$43.25The Hague
Cappuccino$3.49$3.24The Hague
Monthly groceries (single person)$264$245The Hague
Monthly public transport pass$42.64$39.64The Hague
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment$112$105The Hague
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)$32.56$30.27The Hague
Fitness club membership$32.56$30.27The Hague
Cinema ticket$8.53$7.93The Hague
One-bedroom apartment in city centre$786$717The Hague
One-bedroom apartment outside centre$547$499The Hague
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre$1,640$1,497The Hague
Total single-person budget$1,322$1,220The Hague
Average net salary$3,876$3,604

Verdict

The Hague is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Rotterdam runs about $1,322 versus $1,220 in The Hague — a difference of roughly 8%.

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 The Hague

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Rotterdam cheaper than The Hague?
No. Rotterdam costs an estimated $1,322 per month for a single person, about 8% more than The Hague at $1,220.
How far is Rotterdam from The Hague?
The straight-line distance between Rotterdam and The Hague is approximately 21 km (13 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Rotterdam or The Hague?
The estimated average net salary is $3,876 in Rotterdam and $3,604 in The Hague. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $2,554 in Rotterdam versus $2,384 in The Hague per month.