EU Cost of Living Comparison — City vs City
Compare monthly living costs across 20 major EU cities. See equivalent budget needed to maintain your lifestyle.
Last updated: 2026-06-01
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2.50 Thousand
To maintain a similar lifestyle, you would need approximately:
3.315 €
per month in Amsterdam
815 € more (+32.61%) than in Berlin
Category breakdown
Amsterdam cost index: 122 · Berlin: 92 (100 = EU average). Indices are illustrative estimates based on Eurostat comparative price levels — actual costs vary by neighbourhood and lifestyle.
Data sources
Rates and thresholds on this page are based on official publications. Verify against the source for your specific circumstances.
- Eurostat — Comparative price levels — verified 2026-06-01 · EU price level indices by country; city indices are illustrative estimates
How to use this comparison
Enter your total monthly spending in your current city — including rent, groceries, transport, and leisure. The calculator applies relative cost indices to show what you would need in another EU city for a similar standard of living.
Example: €2,500/month in Berlin → approximately €3,300/month in Amsterdam (indices illustrative).
City indices are estimates based on Eurostat price levels. Actual costs vary by housing, family size, and lifestyle. Not financial or relocation advice.