La Haya
Netherlands
Updated on August 21, 2025
Overview
The Hague is the international city of peace and justice, home to the International Court of Justice and numerous global organizations. It combines history, culture and coastal charm with the Scheveningen district. Home to the Binnenhof, Mauritshuis museum and excellent connections to Amsterdam and Rotterdam.
Average cost of living€3,090.00
Quality of Life90/100
Accommodation
Rent room (flat-share)€650.00
1-bed flat (center)€1,450.00
1-bed flat (outside)€1,150.00
3-bed flat (center)€2,400.00
3-bed flat (outside)€1,950.00
Utilities
Basic utilities€185.00
Internet€45.00
Mobile plan€25.00
Transportation
One-way ticket€3.40
Monthly pass€105.00
Taxi start€3.50
Gasoline (1 l)€1.75
Leisure
Cinema ticket€14.00
Fitness club€45.00
Education
Preschool (month)€1,200.00
Intl. primary (year)€12,000.00
Buying House
sqm in city center€4,200.00
sqm outside center€3,500.00
Advantages
- ✓ International diplomatic and legal center
- ✓ Excellent quality of life and safety
- ✓ Proximity to Scheveningen beach
- ✓ Good public transport connections
- ✓ Rich cultural offerings and world-class museums
- ✓ Cosmopolitan and multicultural atmosphere
Disadvantages
- × High cost of living and housing
- × Shortage of affordable housing
- × Humid and rainy weather
- × High taxes
- × Heavy traffic during rush hours
- × High prices for restaurants and entertainment