Tilburg
Netherlands
Updated on August 30, 2025
Overview
University city in the southern Netherlands, known for its vibrant student life, historic textile industry, and modern service economy. Combines industrial tradition with educational and cultural innovation.
Average cost of living€2,055.00
Quality of Life84/100
Accommodation
Rent room (flat-share)€450.00
1-bed flat (center)€925.00
1-bed flat (outside)€775.00
3-bed flat (center)€1,450.00
3-bed flat (outside)€1,250.00
Utilities
Basic utilities€180.00
Internet€45.00
Mobile plan€25.00
Transportation
One-way ticket€3.50
Monthly pass€80.00
Taxi start€3.20
Gasoline (1 l)€1.72
Leisure
Cinema ticket€12.50
Fitness club€35.00
Education
Preschool (month)€1,200.00
Intl. primary (year)€0.00
Buying House
sqm in city center€3,200.00
sqm outside center€2,800.00
Advantages
- ✓ Excellent public transportation system
- ✓ University city with youthful atmosphere
- ✓ Moderate cost of living compared to Amsterdam
- ✓ Good railway connections to other cities
- ✓ Rich cultural life and festivals
- ✓ Abundant parks and green spaces
Disadvantages
- × Fewer job opportunities than major cities
- × Rainy and humid climate
- × Limited nightlife outside student scene
- × Dutch language barrier for foreigners
- × Less cultural diversity than major metropolises