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    Netherlands

    Netherlands at a glance

    Capital city

    Amsterdam

    Population

    18.0 million

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    Cost of living (monthly, one person)

    $3,200/month (CBS Netherlands, 2025)

    Freedom score

    Free, score 97/100 (Freedom House, 2024)

    Safety (Global Peace Index)

    1.49/5 — rank 18/163 (IEP, 2024)

    Language

    Dutch

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    People & culture

    Life here moves at a rhythmic pace, harmonized by the gentle whir of bicycles and the welcoming spirit of gezelligheid, a unique Dutch concept of cozy togetherness. You will find a culture that deeply values directness, equality, and a healthy work-life integration.