Amsterdam

🇳🇱Netherlands•Western Europe

City Score

"A growing hub balancing local authenticity with emerging remote-work infrastructure."

City Metrics

Cost of Living81

Safety77

Healthcare87

Career Opportunities90

Climate62

Transport99

Air Quality66.5

Family Friendliness82.33

Education89

Top Neighborhoods

Central Core

Historic Quarter

Modern Suburbs

Housing Reality

Standard rental laws apply. Direct landlord negotiations are common, with 1-2 months deposit standard.

Getting Around

Ridesharing apps (Uber/Bolt/Local equivalent) are highly recommended outside the walkable core.

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Frequently Asked Questions

▸Is Amsterdam a good place to live?

Amsterdam scores 80/100 overall. It is very affordable (cost score: 81/100), very safe (safety: 77/100), and has excellent healthcare (healthcare: 87/100). Top neighborhoods include Central Core, Historic Quarter, Modern Suburbs.

▸What is the cost of living in Amsterdam?

Amsterdam has a cost of living score of 81/100 (higher = more affordable). Standard rental laws apply. Direct landlord negotiations are common, with 1-2 months deposit standard.

▸How do I get around Amsterdam?

Amsterdam has a transport score of 99/100. Ridesharing apps (Uber/Bolt/Local equivalent) are highly recommended outside the walkable core.

▸What are the best neighborhoods in Amsterdam?

The most recommended neighborhoods in Amsterdam are Central Core, Historic Quarter, Modern Suburbs. A growing hub balancing local authenticity with emerging remote-work infrastructure.

▸Is Amsterdam safe for expats?

Amsterdam has a safety score of 77/100. The city very safe and has an air quality score of 66.5/100.

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