Is The Hague more expensive than Haarlem?

The Hague is 3.1% cheaper than Haarlem overall. Rent is 10.0% lower, groceries 7.2% cheaper, and restaurants 8.5% cheaper.

Which city has better purchasing power, Haarlem or The Hague?

Haarlem has a purchasing power index of 135.6 while The Hague has 140.6 (NYC = 100). The Hague offers better purchasing power.

Haarlem vs The Hague: The Hague is 3.1% cheaper, rent 10% lower (2026)

Category	🇳🇱 Haarlem	🇳🇱 The Hague	Difference
Cost of Living	61.1	59.2	-3.1%
Rent	41.1	37.0	-10.0%
Groceries	69.6	64.6	-7.2%
Restaurants	95.3	87.2	-8.5%
Purchasing Power	135.6	140.6	+3.7%

Data from 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.

Explore

🇳🇱 Cost of Living in Haarlem

Explore

🇳🇱 Cost of Living in The Hague

Explore

🇳🇱 Should I Move to Haarlem?

Explore

🇳🇱 Should I Move to The Hague?

Tax Calculators

See detailed income tax brackets and net salary calculations for Haarlem and The Hague.

🇳🇱 Netherlands Tax Calculator

Income tax rates, brackets & net salary

🇳🇱 Haarlem vs 🇳🇱 The Hague

Add your salary for a personalized comparison