Top expat cities

Netherlands

The Hague

#3 Top 5 cities

The Hague is excellent for internationally oriented expats, diplomacy, and families wanting a calmer profile than Amsterdam.

Country overview

Population

474 292

Year-round temperatures

Day: 6°C až 21°C

Night: 2°C až 14°C

Climate

Mild maritime climate with wind and fairly stable temperatures through the year.

Distance to the sea

5 km

Social atmosphere

8/10

Costs

Housing cost 3/10
Food cost 4/10

Business friendliness

8/10

Safety

8/10

The Hague: Everyday safety is high, with petty theft and occasional incidents around busy transport and nightlife areas the main practical concerns.

Natural disaster resilience

7/10

The Hague: Coastal flood defenses are strong, yet storm surge, sea-level rise, extreme rain, and heat remain relevant long-term hazards.

Other scores

Other scores

Internet availability 10/10
Internet speed 9/10
Internet stability 9/10
Electricity stability 9/10

Community types

  • Corporate expats
  • Families
  • Students
  • Long-term expats

Largest nationality groups

  • 🇺🇸Americans
  • 🇬🇧British
  • 🇩🇪Germans
  • 🇮🇳Indians

Pros / Cons

Pros

  • +International environment
  • +Quality services
  • +Good transport links
  • +Good for long-term stay

Cons

  • −Higher living costs
  • −Higher prices
  • −Less dynamic environment