Vught leads the province of North Brabant with 16.2 percent of households holding a net worth of at least one million euros, according to data from Statistics Netherlands (CBS). The national count of millionaire households grew by more than 81,000 by January 1, 2025, driven largely by rising real estate values.
Municipalities Leading the Wealth Rankings
Following Vught in the provincial standings, Alphen-Chaam recorded 15.4 percent of households with millionaire status, ahead of Waalre at 15.2 percent. Additional municipalities with high concentrations of wealth include Oirschot at 14.2 percent, Heeze-Leende at 14 percent, Oisterwijk and Bergeijk both at 13.6 percent, Hilvarenbeek at 13.3 percent, and Nuenen, Gerwen and Nederwetten at 13.1 percent.
Nationwide, the total number of households with a net worth of at least one million euros reached 547,000 at the start of 2025, which accounts for 6.6 percent of all households. The median wealth for these millionaire households stands at 1.5 million euros. This wealth calculation includes the value of owner-occupied homes minus any mortgage debt. By contrast, non-millionaire households held an average net worth of 131,000 euros.
Where Wealth Concentrates Across the Netherlands
Regional disparities remain distinct across the country. Noord-Holland and Utrecht contain the highest relative concentrations of wealthy households at 8 percent and 9 percent respectively, while Groningen, Flevoland, Limburg, and Fryslân record the lowest proportions.
Within North Brabant, major urban centers sit at the opposite end of the spectrum from Vught. Tilburg ranks at the bottom of the provincial list, where only 3.3 percent of households hold a net worth of at least one million euros. Low concentrations also appear in Helmond at 4 percent, Bergen op Zoom at 4.1 percent, Roosendaal at 4.3 percent, and Eindhoven at 4.5 percent.
Frequently Asked Questions About Dutch Household Wealth
What assets make up a household net worth of one million euros?
The total wealth calculation includes bank savings, business assets, and the market value of owner-occupied real estate minus any outstanding mortgage debt.
How much did the total number of millionaire households grow nationally?
As of January 1, 2025, the Netherlands counted over 81,000 more millionaire households than it did one year prior.
Which provinces host the highest proportions of wealthy residents?
Noord-Holland and Utrecht lead the country with 8 percent and 9 percent of their respective households holding a net worth of at least one million euros.
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