Amsterdam
Netherlands, Europe
0.9M people
Europe/Amsterdam
Dutch
City break
Culture
Amsterdam
Amsterdam, the capital of the Netherlands, is a global city known for its canals, artistic heritage, and liberal atmosphere.
History
Canals
Safety
80
Security
Very Safe
Cost
78
Living costs
Expensive
Healthcare
90
Medical
Excellent
18°
L: 8°
Best time to visitApril
Annual rainfall
800mmCost of Living
78
Overall Cost
Expensive
85
Rent Index
Very Expensive
75
Groceries
Expensive
82
Restaurants
Very Expensive
Monthly Rent (USD)
1 Bedroom
$1,500
City center
3 Bedroom
$3,000
City center
Cost vs Global Average28% higher
Quality of LifeLarge expat community
88
Overall Quality Score
Outstanding quality of life
Overall Quality
Life satisfaction
88
Outstanding
Excellent88
Cultural Diversity
Multicultural environment
95
Outstanding
Excellent95
Food Scene
Restaurants and cuisine
92
Outstanding
Excellent92
Entertainment
Nightlife and activities
90
Outstanding
Excellent90
English Proficiency
Language accessibility
85
Outstanding
Excellent85
Expat Integration
Community inclusion
85
Outstanding
Excellent85
Cultural Scene
Rich cultural diversity with 95/100 score
Food Culture
Vibrant dining scene rated 92/100
Entertainment
90/100 entertainment options
Location
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Work & EconomyNomad Friendly🌐
AVERAGE
$4K
Annual Salary
SPEED
100
Mbps Internet
SPACES
150
Coworking
Work Environment Scores
Job Market
Professional opportunities
80
out of 100
Excellent80
Startup Ecosystem
Professional opportunities
90
out of 100
Excellent90
Business Freedom
Professional opportunities
88
out of 100
Excellent88
Work-Life Balance
Average work hours per week
36h
Healthcare System
Quality Index
Healthcare excellence
90
Excellent
Excellent90
Cost Index
Healthcare affordability
70
Moderate
Bad70
System Overview
System Type
Universal
Emergency Number
112
Hospital Density
150
per 100k people
Life Expectancy
Health Indicator
82
years
Compared to global average (73 years)
Excellent96
Excellent longevity indicators
Safety & Security
Overall SafetyVery Safe
Score: 80/100
Crime Rate IndexVery Low
Index: 20/100 (lower is better)
Political Stability95/100
Emergency
112
Disaster Risk
Low
Environment & Health
HEALTHCARE
90
Health Index
LIFESPAN
82
Years
HOSPITALS
150
Per 100K
Environmental Quality
Air Quality
Clean air quality
45
Fair
Poor45
Green Spaces
Parks and nature access
75
Good
Good75
Noise Levels
Peaceful environment
40
Fair
Poor40
Air Quality Index
Moderate air quality
55
Transportation & Mobility
MONTHLY
$70
Public Transport
PER LITER
$1.80
Fuel Cost
PER KM
$2.50
Taxi Rate
Mobility Scores
Public Transport
Buses, trains, metro
90
Excellent
Walkability
Pedestrian friendly
95
Excellent
Traffic Flow
Commute efficiency
30
Fair
Nearby Airports
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Mobility & Transportation
Public Transport
Quality & coverage
90
Excellent
Excellent90
Walkability
Pedestrian-friendly
95
Excellent
Excellent95
Traffic Congestion
High
70 Index
Good70
Transportation Costs
Public Transport
$70
per month
Fuel
$1.8
per liter
Taxi
$2.5
per km
Education & Family
INTERNATIONAL
50
Schools
MONTHLY
$1,200
Childcare
Quality Scores
Education Quality
Schools and universities
90
Excellent
Family Friendliness
Child-friendly environment
80
Excellent
Major Universities
University of Amsterdam
Higher education institution
Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam
Higher education institution
Lifestyle & Culture
Overall Culture Score
Arts, heritage & cultural richness
Excellent
95
Excellent95
Cultural Diversity
Multicultural environment
95
Excellent95
Food Scene
Restaurant quality & variety
92
Excellent92
Entertainment
Arts, events & activities
90
Excellent90
Nightlife
Bars, clubs & evening scene
90
Excellent90
Language & Integration
English Proficiency
High
85
Excellent85
Language Barrier
Low
20
Bad20
Expat Community
Community Size
Large
Integration Score
85
Excellent85
Digital Nomad GuideNomad Friendly
100 Mbps
Internet Speed
150
Coworking Spaces
Remote Work Infrastructure90/100
Visa Process75/100
Banking & Finance90/100
Avg Salary
$4,000
Work Hours/Week
36h
Internet Cost
$40/month
Visa Info
Depends on nationality. EU citizens can live and work freely.
Business Freedom88/100
Expat Life & Integration
Large Community
Expat Community Size
Integration Ease85/100
Language BarrierMinimal Barrier
Score: 20/100 (lower is better)
English Proficiency85/100
Cultural Diversity95/100
Official Languages
Dutch
Tipping Culture
Not mandatory, but appreciated for good service
Weekend Culture
Relaxed, many people enjoy outdoor activities and social gatherings.
Practical Information
Time Zone
Europe/Amsterdam
Languages
Dutch
Emergency
112
Healthcare System
Universal
Cultural Guidelines
Tipping
Not mandatory, but appreciated for good service
Weekend Culture
Relaxed, many people enjoy outdoor activities and social gatherings.
Best Time to Visit
April
May
June
September
October
Natural Disaster Risk
Low
Visa Requirements
Depends on nationality. EU citizens can live and work freely.
Key Statistics
0.9M
Population
78
Cost Index
100 Mbps
Internet
$1.5K
1BR Rent
90
Transport
$4K
Avg Salary
🍱 Eating Out
🍱 Lunch Menu
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🥂 Dinner for 2
—
🥪 Fast Food Meal
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🍻 Beer (0.5L)
—
☕ Cappuccino
—
🥤 Coke (0.5L)
—
🚌 Transportation
🚌 Local Ticket
—
🎟️ Monthly Pass
—
🚕 Taxi (8km)
—
⛽ Gas (1L)
—
🏠 Rent & Utilities
🏙️ 1BR City Center
—
🏡 1BR Outside
—
🏙️ 3BR City Center
—
🏡 3BR Outside
—
🔌 Utilities (1 person)
—
🌐 Internet (50 Mbps)
—
🛒 Groceries
🥛 Milk (1L)
—
🍞 Bread (0.5kg)
—
🍚 Rice (1kg)
—
🥚 Eggs (12 pack)
—
🧀 Cheese (1kg)
—
🐔 Chicken (1kg)
—
🥩 Beef (1kg)
—
🍏 Apples (1kg)
—
💼 Other Services
🏋️ Gym (Monthly)
—
🎫 Cinema Ticket
—
👩⚕️ Doctor Visit
—
💇 Haircut
—
👖 Jeans
—
👟 Sneakers
—
👶 Daycare (Monthly)
—
🏫 Int'l School (Yearly)
—
📍 Location & Places
Universities
University of Amsterdam
Nearby location
Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam
Nearby location
Airports
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Nearby location
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