Groningen, Netherlands

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Netherlands

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About Groningen, Netherlands

Costs exclude rent

Single / month

$959

Family of 4 / mo

$2,419

Avg salary (after tax)

$2,793

Groningen is a charming city in the northern part of the Netherlands . Known for its vibrant student life, Groningen is home to one of the largest universities in the country. This gives the city a youthful and energetic vibe.

Data aggregated from public cost-of-living sources. See About for methodology.· Wikipedia · Groningen· Updated May 22, 2026

Cost breakdown by category

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Fashion

Summer Dress from Chain Stores (e.g., Zara, H&M)USD $42.14
Midrange Nike Running ShoesUSD $124.76
Men's Dress ShoesUSD $151.17
Classic Jeans (e.g., Levi's 501)USD $105.03

Financial

Mortgage Interest Rate (20-Year Fixed)USD $2.35
Average Monthly Salary After TaxUSD $2,600

Food - Beverages

Bottled Water (350 ml)USD $2.86
Local Draft Beer (Pint)USD $5.95
Imported Beer (Small Bottle)USD $4.3
CappuccinoUSD $3.86
Soft Drinks (350 ml Bottle)USD $3.02

Food - Dining

Casual Dining ExperienceUSD $19.83
Fast Food ComboUSD $11.9
Upscale Dinner for TwoUSD $92.55

Food - Grocery

Bottled Water (1.5L)USD $0.82
Midrange Bottle of WineUSD $7.92
Marlboro (20-Pack)USD $10.58
Beef Round (1 kg)USD $36.27
Milk (1 litre)USD $1.46
Fresh White Bread (1 kg)USD $4.86
White Rice (1 kg)USD $2.62
Dozen EggsUSD $2.61
Local Cheese (1 kg)USD $14.82
Chicken Fillets (1 kg)USD $10.53
Bananas (1 kg)USD $1.68
Apples (1 kg)USD $3.46
Oranges (1 kg)USD $1.88
Tomatoes (1 kg)USD $3.32
Potatoes (1 kg)USD $1.27
Onions (1 kg)USD $1.16
Lettuce (1 Head)USD $1.02

Housing

Average Cost per Square Foot for Apartments in City CenterUSD $411.46
Average Rent of 1-Bedroom Apartment in City CenterUSD $1,159
Average Rent of 1-Bedroom Apartment Outside City CenterUSD $900.34
Average Rent of 3-Bedroom Apartment in City CenterUSD $1,648
Average Rent of 3-Bedroom Apartment Outside City CenterUSD $1,293
Average Cost per Square Foot for Apartments Outside City CenterUSD $390.81

Leisure

Monthly Fee for Fitness Club Membership (1 Adult)USD $37.17
Tennis Court Rental (1 Hour, Weekend)USD $22.47
Cinema Ticket (International Release)USD $15.87
Monthly Fee for Private Kindergarten (1 Child)USD $1,769
Yearly Cost for International Primary School (1 Child)USD $21,594

Transportation

Average Taxi Fare for 1 kmUSD $5.1
Average Rate to Start a Taxi RideUSD $4.26
Average Price of a New Compact Hatchback CarUSD $37,785
1 Hour Taxi WaitUSD $59.39
Average Monthly Cost of Public Transport PassUSD $125.59
Average Price of a New Sedan CarUSD $35,455
One-Way Local Transport FareUSD $3.3

Utilities (Monthly)

Internet Service (60 Mbps or More, Unlimited)USD $64.99
Average Monthly Cost for Essential Utilities in a 915 sq. ft. ApartmentUSD $248.67