Is Haarlem more expensive than Utrecht?

Haarlem is 1.1% cheaper than Utrecht overall. Rent is 0.2% higher, groceries 2.1% more expensive, and restaurants 15.2% more expensive.

Which city has better purchasing power, Utrecht or Haarlem?

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

Utrecht vs Haarlem: Haarlem is 1.1% cheaper, rent 0% higher (2026)

Category	🇳🇱 Utrecht	🇳🇱 Haarlem	Difference
Cost of Living	61.8	61.1	-1.1%
Rent	41.0	41.1	+0.2%
Groceries	68.2	69.6	+2.1%
Restaurants	82.7	95.3	+15.2%
Purchasing Power	141.9	135.6	-4.4%

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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