Is IJburg Expensive?

Amsterdam, Netherlands

-12% vs Amsterdam avg

Living in IJburg, Amsterdam

IJburg is a relatively affordable area in Amsterdam, with a cost of living index of 72.7 — that is -12% compared to the Amsterdam average. At #14 of 20, it is below the city average in cost. Estimated rent for a one-bedroom apartment here is around €1,343/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 IJburg, housing takes up roughly 37% 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 €53,722 before tax.

Typical Salaries in IJburg

Salaries in IJburg reflect the local cost of living. Based on the neighborhood COLI of 72.7:

After tax and deductions of 37.0% in Netherlands, take-home pay for someone earning €53,722 would be roughly €33,845/year. Use the salary converter to calculate an exact figure for your situation, including expat-specific tax adjustments.

Key Stats

72.7
COLI Index
0.88x
vs City Avg
€1,343
Est. 1BR Rent
#14
of 20 Areas
37.0%
Total Deductions

Tax & Deductions in IJburg

Estimated annual deductions on a €46,231 salary in IJburg, Amsterdam (local employee).

Income Tax
14%
Social Premiums
22.8%
Total Deductions: 37.0%
Est. Take-Home: €29,140/yr

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

Salary Equivalents

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

City Currency Equivalent
New York USD $54,525
London GBP £46,923
Dubai AED AED 272,831

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 IJburg:

Valby, Copenhagen Watertown, Boston Mar Vista, Los Angeles Atwater Village, Los Angeles West Seattle, Seattle Central District, Seattle

Frequently Asked Questions

Is IJburg expensive in Amsterdam?

IJburg is one of the more affordable neighborhoods in Amsterdam. It costs about -12% less than the city average, ranking #14 out of 20 neighborhoods.

How does IJburg compare to the Amsterdam average?

The cost of living in IJburg is below the Amsterdam average. With a multiplier of 0.88x, everyday expenses including rent, food, and transportation are -12% 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.