🏙️Netherlands
Utrecht
Utrecht offers central location, student energy, and growing opportunities - perfect base for exploring Netherlands.
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Population
358,000
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University city with central location
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Country
Netherlands
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Air Quality
Good
Central university city combining medieval charm with modern student energy
Quick stats
Cost Index
73/100
Rent (1BR center)
€1,300–2,400/month
Median Salary
€3,000–4,600 gross
Internet
300–500 Mbps
Safety
Very safe
Transport
Buses, trains, extensive cycling
Areas & industries
Popular Neighborhoods
CentrumOog in AlLunettenZuilenWittevrouwenLombok
Key Sectors
EducationTechHealthcareGovernmentConsulting
✓ Advantages
- •Central location in Netherlands
- •Vibrant student and expat community
- •Medieval city center with canals
- •Excellent train connections
- •Growing tech scene
- •More affordable than Amsterdam
! Considerations
- •Smaller job market
- •Student-heavy population
- •Limited international businesses
- •Fewer direct flights
Utrecht FAQs
Good for young professionals?
Yes - vibrant community, central location, and growing job market especially in tech and startups.
Easy to travel from Utrecht?
Excellent - central location means Amsterdam (30 min), Rotterdam (45 min), and other cities easily accessible.
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