Is The Hague more expensive than Rotterdam?

The Hague is 6.4% cheaper than Rotterdam overall. Rent is 10.4% lower, groceries 4.7% cheaper, and restaurants 7.7% more expensive.

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

Rotterdam has a purchasing power index of 136.0 while The Hague has 140.6 (NYC = 100). The Hague offers better purchasing power.

Rotterdam vs The Hague: The Hague is 6.4% cheaper, rent 10% lower (2026)

Category	🇳🇱 Rotterdam	🇳🇱 The Hague	Difference
Cost of Living	62.1	58.1	-6.4%
Rent	41.3	37.0	-10.4%
Groceries	67.8	64.6	-4.7%
Restaurants	81.0	87.2	+7.7%
Purchasing Power	136.0	140.6	+3.4%

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.

Explore

🇳🇱 Cost of Living in Rotterdam

Explore

🇳🇱 Cost of Living in The Hague

Explore

🇳🇱 Should I Move to Rotterdam?

Explore

🇳🇱 Should I Move to The Hague?

Tax Calculators

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

🇳🇱 Netherlands Tax Calculator

Income tax rates, brackets & net salary

🇳🇱 Rotterdam vs 🇳🇱 The Hague

Add your salary for a personalized comparison