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Utrecht vs Rotterdam

Netherlands vs Netherlands · 48 km apart

Utrecht

Netherlands

€1,122 ($1,220)

single / month

Cheaper overall
VS

Rotterdam

Netherlands

€1,216 ($1,322)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

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

Verdict

Utrecht is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Utrecht runs about $1,220 versus $1,322 in Rotterdam — 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 Utrecht  ·  Full cost of living in Rotterdam

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Utrecht cheaper than Rotterdam?
Yes. A single person spends an estimated $1,220 per month in Utrecht versus $1,322 in Rotterdam — about 8% less.
How far is Utrecht from Rotterdam?
The straight-line distance between Utrecht and Rotterdam is approximately 48 km (30 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Utrecht or Rotterdam?
The estimated average net salary is $3,604 in Utrecht and $3,876 in Rotterdam. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $2,384 in Utrecht versus $2,554 in Rotterdam per month.