Is Utrecht more expensive than Haarlem?

Utrecht is 1.1% more expensive than Haarlem overall. Rent is 0.2% lower, groceries 2.0% cheaper, and restaurants 13.2% cheaper.

Which city has better purchasing power, Haarlem or Utrecht?

Haarlem has a purchasing power index of 135.6 while Utrecht has 141.9 (NYC = 100). Utrecht offers better purchasing power.

Haarlem vs Utrecht: Utrecht is 1.1% more expensive, rent 0% lower (2026)

Category	🇳🇱 Haarlem	🇳🇱 Utrecht	Difference
Cost of Living	61.1	61.8	+1.1%
Rent	41.1	41.0	-0.2%
Groceries	69.6	68.2	-2.0%
Restaurants	95.3	82.7	-13.2%
Purchasing Power	135.6	141.9	+4.6%

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.

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