Is Oud-West Expensive?

Amsterdam, Netherlands

+15% vs Amsterdam avg

Living in Oud-West, Amsterdam

Oud-West is one of the pricier neighborhoods in Amsterdam, with a cost of living index of 95.0 — that is +15% compared to the Amsterdam average. It ranks #5 out of 20 areas by cost. Estimated rent for a one-bedroom apartment here is around €1,755/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 Oud-West, housing takes up roughly 48% 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 €70,205 before tax.

Typical Salaries in Oud-West

Salaries in Oud-West reflect the local cost of living. Based on the neighborhood COLI of 95.0:

After tax and deductions of 37.0% in Netherlands, take-home pay for someone earning €70,205 would be roughly €44,229/year. Use the salary converter to calculate an exact figure for your situation, including expat-specific tax adjustments.

Key Stats

95.0
COLI Index
1.15x
vs City Avg
€1,755
Est. 1BR Rent
#5
of 20 Areas
37.0%
Total Deductions

Tax & Deductions in Oud-West

Estimated annual deductions on a €60,412 salary in Oud-West, Amsterdam (local employee).

Income Tax
20%
Social Premiums
17.4%
Total Deductions: 37.0%
Est. Take-Home: €38,078/yr

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

Salary Equivalents

What a $75,000 USD salary in Oud-West would need to be elsewhere:

City Currency Equivalent
New York USD $71,250
London GBP £61,317
Dubai AED AED 356,520

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%
De Pijp 90.9 1.10x +10%

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Similar Neighborhoods Worldwide

Neighborhoods with a similar cost of living to Oud-West:

Cambridge (Harvard Sq), Boston Mosman, Sydney Santa Monica, Los Angeles Gaslamp Quarter, San Diego Design District, Miami Surfside, Miami

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Oud-West expensive in Amsterdam?

Yes, Oud-West is one of the more expensive neighborhoods in Amsterdam. It costs about +15% more than the city average, ranking #5 out of 20 neighborhoods.

How does Oud-West compare to the Amsterdam average?

The cost of living in Oud-West is above the Amsterdam average. With a multiplier of 1.15x, everyday expenses including rent, food, and transportation are +15% 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.