Is Haarlem Expensive?

Amsterdam, Netherlands

-18% vs Amsterdam avg

Living in Haarlem, Amsterdam

Haarlem is one of the most affordable neighborhoods in Amsterdam, with a cost of living index of 67.7 — that is -18% compared to the Amsterdam average. Ranked #16 of 20, it offers some of the lowest costs in the city. Estimated rent for a one-bedroom apartment here is around €1,251/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 Haarlem, housing takes up roughly 34% 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 €50,060 before tax.

Typical Salaries in Haarlem

Salaries in Haarlem reflect the local cost of living. Based on the neighborhood COLI of 67.7:

After tax and deductions of 37.0% in Netherlands, take-home pay for someone earning €50,060 would be roughly €31,537/year. Use the salary converter to calculate an exact figure for your situation, including expat-specific tax adjustments.

Key Stats

67.7
COLI Index
0.82x
vs City Avg
€1,251
Est. 1BR Rent
#16
of 20 Areas
37.0%
Total Deductions

Tax & Deductions in Haarlem

Estimated annual deductions on a €43,052 salary in Haarlem, Amsterdam (local employee).

Income Tax
13%
Social Premiums
24.5%
Total Deductions: 37.0%
Est. Take-Home: €27,135/yr

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

Salary Equivalents

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

City Currency Equivalent
New York USD $50,775
London GBP £43,696
Dubai AED AED 254,067

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 Haarlem:

Mong Kok, Hong Kong Aberdeen, Hong Kong Beacon Hill, Seattle Takoma Park (MD), Washington DC East Boston, Boston Waltham, Boston

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Haarlem expensive in Amsterdam?

Haarlem is one of the more affordable neighborhoods in Amsterdam. It costs about -18% less than the city average, ranking #16 out of 20 neighborhoods.

How does Haarlem compare to the Amsterdam average?

The cost of living in Haarlem is below the Amsterdam average. With a multiplier of 0.82x, everyday expenses including rent, food, and transportation are -18% 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.