Cost of living
Amsterdam vs Dublin: cost of living compared
Compare monthly rent, groceries, transport, dining, and utilities in Amsterdam and Dublin using cited SetTern cost bands — planning only.
Using cited SetTern catalog midpoints, Amsterdam is about 25% cheaper per month overall. The breakdown below compares rent, groceries, transport, dining, and utilities. These are planning bands, not live listings — confirm with the linked official cost sources.
Amsterdam is ~25% cheaper overall
| Monthly | Amsterdam | Dublin |
|---|---|---|
| Rent (1br, catalog) | $1,600 | $2,200 |
| Groceries (band mid) | $280 | $330 |
| Transport (band mid) | $110 | $148 |
| Dining out (band mid) | $280 | $335 |
| Utilities (band mid) | $155 | $190 |
| Living cost avg (catalog) | $3,200 | $4,000 |
Side-by-side uses cited SetTern catalog midpoints for each city — not live listings. Individual costs vary by neighbourhood and lifestyle; confirm with the linked sources.