Is Jordaan Expensive?

Amsterdam, Netherlands

+25% vs Amsterdam avg

Living in Jordaan, Amsterdam

Jordaan is one of the pricier neighborhoods in Amsterdam, with a cost of living index of 103.2 — that is +25% compared to the Amsterdam average. It ranks #3 out of 20 areas by cost. Estimated rent for a one-bedroom apartment here is around €1,908/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 Jordaan, housing takes up roughly 52% 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 €76,310 before tax.

Typical Salaries in Jordaan

Salaries in Jordaan reflect the local cost of living. Based on the neighborhood COLI of 103.2:

After tax and deductions of 37.0% in Netherlands, take-home pay for someone earning €76,310 would be roughly €48,075/year. Use the salary converter to calculate an exact figure for your situation, including expat-specific tax adjustments.

Key Stats

103.2
COLI Index
1.25x
vs City Avg
€1,908
Est. 1BR Rent
#3
of 20 Areas
37.0%
Total Deductions

Tax & Deductions in Jordaan

Estimated annual deductions on a €65,627 salary in Jordaan, Amsterdam (local employee).

Income Tax
21%
Social Premiums
16.1%
Total Deductions: 37.0%
Est. Take-Home: €41,365/yr

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

Salary Equivalents

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

City Currency Equivalent
New York USD $77,400
London GBP £66,609
Dubai AED AED 387,293

Other Neighborhoods in Amsterdam

Neighborhood COLI Multiplier vs Avg
Canal Ring (Centrum) 107.4 1.30x +30%
Oud-Zuid 105.7 1.28x +28%
Zuidas 99.1 1.20x +20%
Oud-West 95.0 1.15x +15%
De Pijp 90.9 1.10x +10%

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Compare Jordaan

Jordaan vs Oud-Zuid Jordaan vs Canal Ring (Centrum)

Similar Neighborhoods Worldwide

Neighborhoods with a similar cost of living to Jordaan:

Richmond, London Central, Hong Kong Seaport, Boston Bukit Timah, Singapore Georgetown, Washington DC Herzliya Pituach, Tel Aviv

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jordaan expensive in Amsterdam?

Yes, Jordaan is one of the more expensive neighborhoods in Amsterdam. It costs about +25% more than the city average, ranking #3 out of 20 neighborhoods.

How does Jordaan compare to the Amsterdam average?

The cost of living in Jordaan is significantly above the Amsterdam average. With a multiplier of 1.25x, everyday expenses including rent, food, and transportation are +25% 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.