The Hague Den Haag, Netherlands, Netherlands — cost of living
Wikipedia · The Hague

The Hague Den Haag, Netherlands

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About The Hague Den Haag, Netherlands

Costs exclude rent
Single / month
$923
Family of 4 / mo
$2,327
Avg salary (after tax)
$4,542

The Hague, known as Den Haag in Dutch, is a beautiful city in the Netherlands that is famous for its unique mix of culture and politics. It is home to the Dutch government and the royal family, making it an important place in the country. One of the highlights of The Hague is the stunning Mauritshuis museum, where you can see famous paintings like Vermeer’s "Girl with a Pearl Earring." The city also has lovely parks and beautiful beaches, especially at Scheveningen, where you can relax by the North Sea.

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Fashion

  • Summer Dress from Chain Stores (e.g., Zara, H&M)USD $42.97
  • Men's Dress ShoesUSD $127.03
  • Midrange Nike Running ShoesUSD $103.12
  • Classic Jeans (e.g., Levi's 501)USD $90.3

Financial

  • Mortgage Interest Rate (20-Year Fixed)1%
  • Average Monthly Salary After TaxUSD $4,228

Food - Beverages

  • Bottled Water (350 ml)USD $3.01
  • CappuccinoUSD $4.13
  • Imported Beer (Small Bottle)USD $5.29
  • Local Draft Beer (Pint)USD $6.61
  • Soft Drinks (350 ml Bottle)USD $3.33

Food - Dining

  • Upscale Dinner for TwoUSD $92.54
  • Fast Food ComboUSD $12.23
  • Casual Dining ExperienceUSD $22.47

Food - Grocery

  • Potatoes (1 kg)USD $1.47
  • Tomatoes (1 kg)USD $3.35
  • White Rice (1 kg)USD $2.07
  • Fresh White Bread (1 kg)USD $4.54
  • Apples (1 kg)USD $3.56
  • Bananas (1 kg)USD $1.74
  • Beef Round (1 kg)USD $29.52
  • Bottled Water (1.5L)USD $0.84
  • Chicken Fillets (1 kg)USD $10.56
  • Dozen EggsUSD $2.86
  • Lettuce (1 Head)USD $1.03
  • Local Cheese (1 kg)USD $14.62
  • Marlboro (20-Pack)USD $10.84
  • Midrange Bottle of WineUSD $7.92
  • Milk (1 litre)USD $1.47
  • Onions (1 kg)USD $1.19
  • Oranges (1 kg)USD $1.85

Housing

  • Average Cost per Square Foot for Apartments Outside City CenterUSD $437.34
  • Average Rent of 1-Bedroom Apartment in City CenterUSD $1,416
  • Average Rent of 1-Bedroom Apartment Outside City CenterUSD $1,103
  • Average Rent of 3-Bedroom Apartment in City CenterUSD $2,366
  • Average Rent of 3-Bedroom Apartment Outside City CenterUSD $1,820
  • Average Cost per Square Foot for Apartments in City CenterUSD $578.08

Leisure

  • Monthly Fee for Fitness Club Membership (1 Adult)USD $46.27
  • Monthly Fee for Private Kindergarten (1 Child)USD $2,071
  • Tennis Court Rental (1 Hour, Weekend)USD $25.48
  • Yearly Cost for International Primary School (1 Child)USD $15,369
  • Cinema Ticket (International Release)USD $16.52

Transportation

  • 1 Hour Taxi WaitUSD $39.67
  • Average Price of a New Compact Hatchback CarUSD $31,465
  • Average Price of a New Sedan CarUSD $34,730
  • Average Rate to Start a Taxi RideUSD $4.23
  • Average Taxi Fare for 1 kmUSD $5.13
  • One-Way Local Transport FareUSD $5.29
  • Average Monthly Cost of Public Transport PassUSD $72.7

Utilities (Monthly)

  • Internet Service (60 Mbps or More, Unlimited)USD $62.5
  • Average Monthly Cost for Essential Utilities in a 915 sq. ft. ApartmentUSD $272.78

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