Updated Feb 18, 2026
KEY STATS
868K
Population
319 km2
Area
329 Mbps
Internet
10m
Elevation
UTC+01:00
Timezone
RTM (5km)
Airport
OVERVIEW
Rotterdam's futuristic skyline and massive harbor redefine Dutch innovation, with cube houses and bold street art everywhere. Nomads love the top-notch bike infrastructure, blazing-fast internet in design-forward co-working hubs, and a maritime climate that stays mild year-round.
QUICK FACTS
Country
Netherlands
Region
Western Europe
Population
868K
Timezone
UTC+01:00
Elevation
10 m
Language
Dutch
Airport
RTM
GPS
51.92, 4.48
DROPTHE_ GOSSIP
Food
1,176 restaurants mapped in Rotterdam
Tech
329 Mbps average download — faster than most capital cities worldwide
Economy
25% cheaper than New York City based on overall cost of living index
Travel
RTM airport just 5 km from the city center
INFRASTRUCTURE
30,542 total POIs 95.6 per km²
Above avg per capita
Average
Below avg
Food & Drink
Restaurants
1,176
Cafes
398
Bars
358
Fast Food
723
Shopping
Supermarkets
330
Convenience
228
Shopping Malls
84
Healthcare
Hospitals
16
Clinics
286
Pharmacies
150
Education
Schools
787
Universities
70
Libraries
73
Recreation
Parks
1,431
Playgrounds
2,030
Sports
588
Cinemas
10
Museums
54
Theatres
39
Transport
Bus Stops
2,140
Train Stations
460
Fuel Stations
209
Services
Banks
23
ATMs
388
Post Offices
14
Police
29
Fire Stations
33
Source: DropThe Database | dropthe.org
INTERNET SPEED
329 Mbps
Download
191 Mbps
Upload
10ms
Latency
115,784
Tests
30,517
Devices
2025-Q4
Last updated
CLIMATE
6°
J
7°
F
9°
M
12°
A
15°
M
17°
J
18°
J
17°
A
15°
S
12°
O
9°
N
7°
D
18-28 C ideal
Warm/Cool
Extreme
Year avg: 11.8 C Range: 6.1 - 17.5 C Rain: 1,108 mm/year Sunshine: 2,591 h/year
CITY SCORES
87.9
Nomad Index
C
Livability
37.5
Culture
51.8
Overall
COST OF LIVING
BIndex relative to New York City (NYC = 100)
74.6
Overall
25% cheaper than NYC
41.1
Rent
59% cheaper than NYC
68.2
Groceries
32% cheaper than NYC
82.2
Restaurants
18% cheaper than NYC
AIRPORT
RTM
Rotterdam The Hague Airport
5 km from center
Very close — ~8 min ride
FUN FACTS
'The Dam on the River Rotte') is the second-largest city in the Netherlands by population and the largest by area (319.4 km2).
It is in the province of South Holland, part of the North Sea mouth of the Rhine–Meuse–Scheldt delta, via the New Meuse inland shipping channel, dug to connect to the Meuse at first and now to the Rhine.
The Rotterdam–The Hague metropolitan area, with a population of approximately 2.7 million, is the 10th-largest in the European Union and the most populous in the country.
A major logistic and economic centre, Rotterdam is Europe's largest seaport.
In 2022, Rotterdam had a population of 655,468 and is home to over 180 different nationalities.
EXTERNAL LINKS
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is Rotterdam known for?
Rotterdam's futuristic skyline and massive harbor redefine Dutch innovation, with cube houses and bold street art everywhere. Nomads love the top-notch bike infrastructure, blazing-fast internet in design-forward co-working hubs, and a maritime climate that stays mild year-round.
How fast is the internet in Rotterdam?
Rotterdam has an average download speed of 329 Mbps and upload speed of 191 Mbps, based on Ookla speed test data.
What is the weather like in Rotterdam?
Rotterdam has an average year-round temperature of approximately 11.8 degrees Celsius.
What airport serves Rotterdam?
Rotterdam is served by RTM (Rotterdam The Hague Airport), approximately 5 km from the city center.
What is the population of Rotterdam?
The population of Rotterdam is approximately 868K.
What infrastructure does Rotterdam have?
Rotterdam has 30,542 mapped points of interest, including 1,176 restaurants, 16 hospitals, 787 schools.
What country is Rotterdam in?
Rotterdam is located in Netherlands.