Is Haarlem more expensive than Copenhagen?

Haarlem is 0.8% cheaper than Copenhagen overall. Rent is 2.1% lower, groceries 17.1% cheaper, and restaurants 4.2% cheaper.

Which city has better purchasing power, Copenhagen or Haarlem?

Copenhagen has a purchasing power index of 132.0 while Haarlem has 135.6 (NYC = 100). Haarlem offers better purchasing power.

Copenhagen vs Haarlem: Haarlem is 0.8% cheaper, rent 2% lower (2026)

Category	🇩🇰 Copenhagen	🇳🇱 Haarlem	Difference
Cost of Living	63.6	63.1	-0.8%
Rent	42.0	41.1	-2.1%
Groceries	84.0	69.6	-17.1%
Restaurants	99.5	95.3	-4.2%
Purchasing Power	132.0	135.6	+2.7%

Data from March – October 2026 · Cost of living: Numbeo, blended with Expatistan and LivingCost where available. Rent, groceries, restaurants and purchasing power: Numbeo (NYC = 100) · Indices reflect relative costs; absolute prices vary by neighbourhood.

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