Is Diemen Expensive?

Amsterdam, Netherlands

-22% vs Amsterdam avg

Living in Diemen, Amsterdam

Diemen is one of the most affordable neighborhoods in Amsterdam, with a cost of living index of 64.4 — that is -22% compared to the Amsterdam average. Ranked #17 of 20, it offers some of the lowest costs in the city. Estimated rent for a one-bedroom apartment here is around €1,190/month, compared to a range of €1,068 in Geuzenveld to €1,984 in Canal Ring (Centrum).

Monthly Budget Breakdown

For a typical resident of Diemen, housing takes up roughly 33% of monthly expenses. Food and groceries account for about 16%, while transportation costs around 9%. To live comfortably here — meaning rent stays at or below 30% of gross income — you would need an annual salary of approximately €47,618 before tax.

Typical Salaries in Diemen

Salaries in Diemen reflect the local cost of living. Based on the neighborhood COLI of 64.4:

After tax and deductions of 37.0% in Netherlands, take-home pay for someone earning €47,618 would be roughly €29,999/year. Use the salary converter to calculate an exact figure for your situation, including expat-specific tax adjustments.

Key Stats

64.4
COLI Index
0.78x
vs City Avg
€1,190
Est. 1BR Rent
#17
of 20 Areas
37.0%
Total Deductions

Tax & Deductions in Diemen

Estimated annual deductions on a €40,953 salary in Diemen, Amsterdam (local employee).

Income Tax
11%
Social Premiums
25.7%
Total Deductions: 37.0%
Est. Take-Home: €25,813/yr

Rates shown are for a local employee. Use the salary converter for expat calculations.

Salary Equivalents

What a $75,000 USD salary in Diemen would need to be elsewhere:

City Currency Equivalent
New York USD $48,300
London GBP £41,566
Dubai AED AED 241,683

Other Neighborhoods in Amsterdam

Neighborhood COLI Multiplier vs Avg
Canal Ring (Centrum) 107.4 1.30x +30%
Oud-Zuid 105.7 1.28x +28%
Jordaan 103.2 1.25x +25%
Zuidas 99.1 1.20x +20%
Oud-West 95.0 1.15x +15%

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Similar Neighborhoods Worldwide

Neighborhoods with a similar cost of living to Diemen:

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Diemen expensive in Amsterdam?

Diemen is one of the more affordable neighborhoods in Amsterdam. It costs about -22% less than the city average, ranking #17 out of 20 neighborhoods.

How does Diemen compare to the Amsterdam average?

The cost of living in Diemen is well below the Amsterdam average. With a multiplier of 0.78x, everyday expenses including rent, food, and transportation are -22% compared to the city baseline.

Data Sources: Cost of living indices based on crowd-sourced price data and official statistics. Tax calculations follow 2026 rates. Sources include Statistics Netherlands (CBS) · OECD Better Life Index. Figures are estimates and may vary based on individual circumstances.