Rotterdam
Netherlands · Europe · 1.0M people
Modernist port city rebuilt after WWII, cheaper than Amsterdam.
affordablefamiliesdigital nomad
Ranked #20 of 123 overall · 51.92, 4.48
Full scorecard
Cost of living6.0
Safety7.0
Environment & air quality7.0
Public transport9.0
Climate5.0
Healthcare8.0
Internet & connectivity9.0
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