Modern art and design meets tech innovation in this home to The Design Academy and Philips' first light bulb factory.
The city's futuristic look is easy to spot with its cool architecture. Explore the cool Strijp S area, where old factories now house cool eateries, shops, and start-up spaces.
At local cafes, tuck into hearty Dutch classics and sweet treats. For a touch of greenery, head to Stadswandelpark and relax in the open air.
The Good
- 🎉 Decent nightlife
- 😋 Decent food options
- ☕ Coffee
- 👴 Strong ex-pat community
- 👮 Safe
- 📡 Strong wifi coverage
- 🚌 Good public transport
- 🛍️ Shopping
The Bad
- 💰 Relatively expensive
- 🏘️ Limited accomodation options
- 🚘 Traffic
- 🗑️ Pollution
- 🥶 Cold winters
- 🤼 Crowded
Living costs
- Eindhoven is the 3rd most expensive place (out of 4) to live in Netherlands
- The average salary in Eindhoven is
- It's about 23% cheaper to live in Eindhoven than it is Liverpool
- You can expect to spend around $2,539.00 per month living here
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- Prices are estimates and should be used as a guide only. We accept no responsibility for inaccuracies in data.
- Prices adjusted to reflect exchange rates as of 26th Jul 2026
Safety
Eindhoven is generally safe with low crime rates, but petty crime can occur in busy areas, so remain vigilant.
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