Is Slotervaart Expensive?

Amsterdam, Netherlands

-28% vs Amsterdam avg

Living in Slotervaart, Amsterdam

Slotervaart is one of the most affordable neighborhoods in Amsterdam, with a cost of living index of 59.5 — that is -28% compared to the Amsterdam average. Ranked #19 of 20, it offers some of the lowest costs in the city. Estimated rent for a one-bedroom apartment here is around €1,099/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 Slotervaart, housing takes up roughly 30% 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 €43,955 before tax.

Typical Salaries in Slotervaart

Salaries in Slotervaart reflect the local cost of living. Based on the neighborhood COLI of 59.5:

After tax and deductions of 37.0% in Netherlands, take-home pay for someone earning €43,955 would be roughly €27,691/year. Use the salary converter to calculate an exact figure for your situation, including expat-specific tax adjustments.

Key Stats

59.5
COLI Index
0.72x
vs City Avg
€1,099
Est. 1BR Rent
#19
of 20 Areas
37.0%
Total Deductions

Tax & Deductions in Slotervaart

Estimated annual deductions on a €37,837 salary in Slotervaart, Amsterdam (local employee).

Income Tax
9%
Social Premiums
27.6%
Total Deductions: 37.0%
Est. Take-Home: €23,849/yr

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

Salary Equivalents

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

City Currency Equivalent
New York USD $44,625
London GBP £38,404
Dubai AED AED 223,294

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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Slotervaart vs Geuzenveld Slotervaart vs Nieuw-West

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Slotervaart expensive in Amsterdam?

Slotervaart is one of the more affordable neighborhoods in Amsterdam. It costs about -28% less than the city average, ranking #19 out of 20 neighborhoods.

How does Slotervaart compare to the Amsterdam average?

The cost of living in Slotervaart is well below the Amsterdam average. With a multiplier of 0.72x, everyday expenses including rent, food, and transportation are -28% 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.