Cost of Living in The Hague, Netherlands

Cost of Living in The Hague, The Netherlands

Last updated on Jun 09, 2023

Summary: The cost of living in The Hague, Netherlands is generally considered to be quite high. A nice 1 bedroom apartment in The Hague can cost anywhere from $1,000 to $2,000 per month, while a nice 2 bedroom apartment can cost anywhere from $1,500 to $3,000 per month. The cost of dinner at a moderately priced restaurant in The Hague is usually around $20 per person.

Is the cost of living in The Hague high?

We asked people how much they someone comfortably live on in The Hague, they wrote:

"The cost of living in The Hague is generally considered to be quite high. Rent prices are particularly high, with the average one-bedroom apartment costing around €1,000 per month. Groceries and other everyday items are also more expensive than in other parts of the Netherlands. Eating out can also be quite costly, with a meal for two at a mid-range restaurant costing around €50. Transportation costs are relatively low, with monthly public transport passes costing around €50," remarked one expat in The Hague.

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Joshua Wood, LPC joined Expat Exchange in 2000 and serves as one of its Co-Presidents. He is also one of the Founders of Digital Nomad Exchange. Prior to Expat Exchange, Joshua worked for NBC Cable (MSNBC and CNBC Primetime). Joshua has a BA from Syracuse and a Master's in Clinical and Counseling Psychology from Fairleigh Dickinson University. Mr. Wood is also a licensed counselor and psychotherapist.

Some of Joshua's articles include Pros and Cons of Living in Portugal, 10 Best Places to Live in Ireland and Pros and Cons of Living in Uruguay. Connect with Joshua on LinkedIn.