In Rotterdam, Netherlands, a family of four typically needs around $4999 per month including rent. A single person may spend about $2219 monthly.
Rotterdam is 12% more expensive overall versus the European benchmark.
Rotterdam is 25% more expensive than Columbus, without rent.
Rent in Rotterdam is, on average, 1% higher than in Columbus.
Rotterdam is most realistic when moving with a strong job offer or relocation package. Without high income, the housing-driven price level can be difficult to sustain.
The primary driver of expense in Rotterdam is the high cost of rent and utilities. This factor significantly impacts the overall cost of living.
Food prices in Rotterdam are 1% lower than the European benchmark. This can make grocery shopping slightly more affordable.
Public transport costs are 46% higher than the European benchmark. This elevated expense can be a consideration for residents.
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Update Prices| Lunch menu, inexpensive restaurant | 18.3 $ |
| Dinner | 68.7 $ |
| Fast food, McDonalds or KFC | 11.2 $ |
| Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz | 6.41 $ |
| Capuccino | 3.78 $ |
| Coke, 330ml | 2.91 $ |
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| Milk, 1 L or 1 qt | 1.3 $ |
| Bread, 0.5 kg or 1 lb | 1.81 $ |
| Rice, 1 kg or 2 lb | 2.62 $ |
| Eggs, 12 pack | 5.12 $ |
| Cheese, 1 kg or 2 lb | 14.5 $ |
| Chicken Breast, 1 kg or 2 lb | 14.6 $ |
| Round Steak, 1 kg or 2 lb | 16.4 $ |
| Apples, 1 kg or 2 lb | 2.18 $ |
| Banana, 1 kg or 2 lb | 2.4 $ |
| Oranges, 1 kg or 2 lb | 1.94 $ |
| Tomato, 1 kg or 2 lb | 3.46 $ |
| Potato, 1 kg or 2.2 lb | 1.91 $ |
| Onion, 1 kg or 2.2 lb | 2 $ |
| Water, 1 L or 1 qt | 0.66 $ |
| Coca-Cola / Pepsi, 2 L or 67.6 fl oz | 3.23 $ |
| Wine, 750 mL bottle | 6.72 $ |
| Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz | 1.54 $ |
| Cigarette pack | 11.3 $ |
| One-way Ticket | 4.43 $ |
| Monthly Pass | 83.9 $ |
| Gas or Petrol, 1l or 0.26 gal | 2.21 $ |
| Taxi, 8 km | 22.7 $ |
| Doctor Visit, private clinic | 39.2 $ |
| Cold medicine, for 1 week | 4.79 $ |
| Hair Shampoo, 400 ml or 12 oz. | 6.05 $ |
| Toilet paper, 4 rolls | 1.78 $ |
| Toothpaste, 1 tube | 2.3 $ |
| 1 person, electricity, heating, water & garbage | 151 $ |
| Family of 4, electricity, heating, water & garbage | 232 $ |
| Internet plan, +60 Mbps | 43 $ |
| 1 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 40 sq.m | 1,112 $ |
| 3 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 85 sq.m | 1,840 $ |
| 1 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 40 sq.m | 1,440 $ |
| 3 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 85 sq.m | 2,175 $ |
| Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment, in city center | 5,393 $ |
| Price per Square Meter to Buy House, in suburbs | 3,725 $ |
| Average Monthly Net Salary, after tax | 3,835 $ |
| Mortgage Interest Rate, for 20 years fixed-rate | 3.75% |
| Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult | 36.7 $ |
| Cinema, 1 seat | 14.6 $ |
| Haircut | 21.6 $ |
| Brand Sneakers, mid-range, Nike or similar | 99.1 $ |
| Brand Jeans, Levis 501 | 75.4 $ |
| Preschool, full day, monthly for 1 child | 1,741 $ |
| International Primary School, yearly for 1 child | 10,888 $ |