Amsterdam vs London: cost of living for digital nomads
Amsterdam, Netherlands and London, United Kingdom, line by line from the catalogue: what a month costs, rent, food, coworking, safety and internet. Every figure links back to its source on the city page.
The short version
- Amsterdam is about 14% cheaper than London for a month of nomad living ($3,290 vs $3,830).
- Rent is the biggest gap: $1,800 in Amsterdam against $2,100 in London.
- Amsterdam scores higher on safety (8/10 vs 7/10).
- Internet is faster in London: 220 Mbps typical against 200 Mbps.
- Both have a temperate climate.
Amsterdam wins 6 of the measured lines; London wins 1.
Frequently asked questions
Which city is cheaper, Amsterdam or London?
Amsterdam is cheaper: about $3,290/month against $3,830/month in London, roughly 14% less for a typical remote worker's budget.
Which city is safer, Amsterdam or London?
Amsterdam scores higher on safety: 8/10 against 7/10 for London.
Which has faster internet, Amsterdam or London?
London has faster typical internet: 220 Mbps against 200 Mbps in Amsterdam.
| Line | Amsterdam | London |
|---|---|---|
| Monthly total (USD) | $3,290 | $3,830 |
| Rent | $1,800 | $2,100 |
| Food | $620 | $700 |
| Transport | $80 | $180 |
| Coworking | $230 | $250 |
| Safety (out of 10) | 8/10 | 7/10 |
| Internet (Mbps) | 200 | 220 |
| Climate | temperate | temperate |
| City size | metro | metro |
| Setting | inland | inland |
| Nomad score (out of 10) | 7/10 | 7/10 |
Costs are typical monthly figures for one person in USD, from the sources named on each city page; safety and internet are the catalogue's own ratings. Cost figures verified (Eastern Time): Amsterdam September 10, 2026, London September 11, 2026.