Cost of living in Lincoln, Nebraska (United States) is 32% cheaper than in The Hague (Netherlands)
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| Food in Lincoln, Nebraska (United States) is 22% cheaper than in The Hague (Netherlands) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Lincoln, Nebraska (United States) | The Hague (Netherlands) | Diff |
| Basic lunchtime menu (including a drink) in the business district | ||
| $11 (€9) | €15 | 38% |
| Combo meal in fast food restaurant (Big Mac Meal or similar) | ||
| $8 (€6) | €8 | 17% |
| 500 gr (1 lb.) of boneless chicken breast | ||
| $3.82 (€3.16) | €4.80 | 34% |
| 1 liter (1 qt.) of whole fat milk | ||
| $0.87 (€0.72) | €1.04 | 31% |
| 12 eggs, large | ||
| $1.91 (€1.58) | €3.22 | 51% |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of tomatoes | ||
| $3.56 (€2.95) | €2.46 | 20% |
| 500 gr (16 oz.) of local cheese | ||
| $4.88 (€4.04) | €7 | 42% |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of apples | ||
| $3.62 (€2.99) | €2.51 | 19% |
| 1 kg (2 lb.) of potatoes | ||
| $1.36 (€1.13) | €1.88 | 40% |
| 0.5 l (16 oz) domestic beer in the supermarket | ||
| $2.68 (€2.22) | €1.27 | 75% |
| 1 bottle of red table wine, good quality | ||
| $15 (€13) | €8 | 56% |
| 2 liters of Coca-Cola | ||
| $1.77 (€1.47) | €2.41 | 39% |
| Bread for 2 people for 1 day | ||
| $1.53 (€1.27) | €1.65 | 23% |
| Housing in Lincoln, Nebraska (United States) is 36% cheaper than in The Hague (Netherlands) | ||
| Lincoln, Nebraska (United States) | The Hague (Netherlands) | Diff |
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 Sqft) furnished accommodation in EXPENSIVE area | ||
| $1,069 (€886) | €1,808 | 51% |
| Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 Sqft) furnished accommodation in NORMAL area | ||
| $745 (€617) | €1,413 | 56% |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 2 people in 85m2 flat | ||
| $158 (€131) | €167 | 22% |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 Sqft) furnished studio in EXPENSIVE area | ||
| $712 (€590) | €1,102 | 46% |
| Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 Sqft) furnished studio in NORMAL area | ||
| $505 (€418) | €770 | 46% |
| Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 1 person in 45 m2 (480 Sqft) studio | ||
| $99 (€82) | €96 | 15% |
| Internet 8 Mbps (1 month) | ||
| $41 (€34) | €30 | 12% |
| 40” flat screen TV | ||
| $540 (€447) | €545 | 18% |
| Microwave 800/900 Watt (Bosch, Panasonic, LG, Sharp, or equivalent brands) | ||
| $91 (€76) | €153 | 51% |
| Laundry detergent (3 l. ~ 100 oz.) | ||
| $10 (€8) | €10 | 16% |
| Hourly rate for cleaning help | ||
| $19 (€16) | €14 | 15% |
| Clothes in Lincoln, Nebraska (United States) is 25% cheaper than in The Hague (Netherlands) | ||
| Lincoln, Nebraska (United States) | The Hague (Netherlands) | Diff |
| 1 pair of jeans (Levis 501 or similar) | ||
| $45 (€37) | €95 | 61% |
| 1 summer dress in a High Street Store (Zara, H&M or similar retailers) | ||
| $59 (€49) | €46 | 6% |
| 1 pair of sport shoes (Nike, Adidas, or equivalent brands) | ||
| $87 (€72) | €125 | 43% |
| 1 pair of men’s leather business shoes | ||
| $109 (€90) | €164 | 45% |
| Transportation in Lincoln, Nebraska (United States) is 54% cheaper than in The Hague (Netherlands) | ||
| Lincoln, Nebraska (United States) | The Hague (Netherlands) | Diff |
| Volkswagen Golf 1.4 TSI 150 CV (or equivalent), with no extras, new | ||
| $46,000 (€38,105) | €26,204 | 45% |
| 1 liter (1/4 gallon) of gas | ||
| $0.67 (€0.56) | €1.64 | 66% |
| Monthly ticket public transport | ||
| $20 (€17) | €89 | 81% |
| Taxi trip on a business day, basic tariff, 8 km. (5 miles) | ||
| $12 (€10) | €22 | 56% |
| Personal Care in Lincoln, Nebraska (United States) is 31% more expensive than in The Hague (Netherlands) | ||
| Lincoln, Nebraska (United States) | The Hague (Netherlands) | Diff |
| Cold medicine for 6 days (Tylenol, Frenadol, Coldrex, or equivalent brands) | ||
| $6 (€5.13) | €5.90 | 13% |
| 1 box of antibiotics (12 doses) | ||
| $15 (€12) | €12 | 0% |
| Short visit to private Doctor (15 minutes) | ||
| $119 (€99) | €36 | 176% |
| 1 box of 32 tampons (Tampax, OB, ...) | ||
| $6 (€5.24) | €4.09 | 28% |
| Deodorant, roll-on (50ml ~ 1.5 oz.) | ||
| $3.68 (€3.05) | €3.21 | 5% |
| Hair shampoo 2-in-1 (400 ml ~ 12 oz.) | ||
| $4.97 (€4.12) | €3.69 | 12% |
| 4 rolls of toilet paper | ||
| $3.25 (€2.69) | €1.66 | 62% |
| Tube of toothpaste | ||
| $2.79 (€2.31) | €2.38 | 3% |
| Standard men's haircut in expat area of the city | ||
| $15 (€12) | €23 | 45% |
| Entertainment in Lincoln, Nebraska (United States) is 8% cheaper than in The Hague (Netherlands) | ||
| Lincoln, Nebraska (United States) | The Hague (Netherlands) | Diff |
| Basic dinner out for two in neighborhood pub | ||
| $40 (€33) | €45 | 25% |
| 2 tickets to the movies | ||
| $23 (€19) | €24 | 22% |
| 2 tickets to the theater (best available seats) | ||
| $56 (€47) | €94 | 50% |
| Dinner for two at an Italian restaurant in the expat area including appetisers, main course, wine and dessert | ||
| $67 (€56) | €73 | 24% |
| 1 cocktail drink in downtown club | ||
| $7 (€5.66) | €9 | 39% |
| Cappuccino in expat area of the city | ||
| $4.86 (€4.03) | €2.98 | 35% |
| 1 beer in neighbourhood pub (500ml or 1pt.) | ||
| $4.56 (€3.78) | €4.40 | 14% |
| iPad Wi-Fi 128GB | ||
| $429 (€355) | €499 | 29% |
| 1 min. of prepaid mobile tariff (no discounts or plans) | ||
| $0.48 (€0.40) | €0.19 | 111% |
| 1 month of gym membership in business district | ||
| $47 (€39) | €44 | 11% |
| 1 package of Marlboro cigarettes | ||
| $5.90 (€4.89) | €7 | 29% |
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For example, to keep the same standard of living that would require €5,200 in The Hague you would need to make just about €3,555 ($4,292) in Lincoln, Nebraska.