Nijmegen, Netherlands
Capital City

Name: Nijmegen
Rating: 26

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Est. Monthly Cost (1 Person)

$2,226

Retiree Score

99.0

Safety Index

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Healthcare

55 facilities

At 177,359 residents, Nijmegen may be one of the largest cities in the Netherlands, but it's hardly a cosmopolitan hub. The legacy of WWII bombings and postwar redevelopment have left the city feeling more functional than charming, while the heavy bureaucracy and occasional flooding from the nearby Waal River are persistent headaches for locals. Still, Nijmegen's proud history as the oldest city in the Netherlands, along with its lively university scene and annual Vierdaagse festival, make it an appealing option for those seeking a quieter, more provincial lifestyle.

Can I afford Nijmegen?

Household

Monthly Income (After Tax)

Lifestyle

Schooling

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Nijmegen

You could save

774/mo

Savings Rate26%

Monthly Costs

Rent $1,049

Living (Country Average Adjusted)$1,177

Attractiveness Scores

FIRE Score

(i)

26/100

Retiree Score

(i)

99/100

Lifestyle Score

(i)

53/100

💻Nomad Score

(i)

50/100

Meets Netherlands Digital Nomad Visa Income Rule.

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Safety

Healthcare

100

Walkability

100

Nomad

Grocery Basket

Milk (1L) $1

Bread (loaf) *$2

Eggs (12) $6

Rice (1kg) *$1

Chicken (1kg) *$7

* Estimated based on regional averages.

Eating Out

Meal (Inexpensive) *$27

Meal (Mid-range) $110

Cappuccino $4

Water (0.33L) *$3

* Estimated based on regional averages.

Utilities & Lifestyle

Utilities (mo) $292

Mobile Plan (mo) $24

Gym (mo) *$29

Cinema Ticket $16

* Estimated based on regional averages.

Housing

1BR Center (mo) $839

1BR Outside (mo) *$1,069

3BR Center (mo) $1,414

3BR Outside (mo) *$1,665

* Estimated based on regional averages.

Expat Life

English Proficiency

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Expat Community

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Top Neighborhoods

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Elevation

28m

Nearest Airport

NRN (33km)

Local Economy

Avg Monthly Salary

$3,227

Mortgage Interest Rate

4.58%

🌐 Infrastructure & Lifestyle

Avg Internet

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Temperature

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Annual Rainfall

1137 mm

Coworking Spaces

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Best Months to Visit

May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep

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Is Nijmegen safe for expats?

Safety in Nijmegen is rated with a safety index of N/A.

How much does rent cost in Nijmegen?

The estimated monthly budget for a single person in Nijmegen is approximately 2226 USD.

Is Nijmegen good for retirees?

The retiree score for Nijmegen is 99/100.