Belgium
Cost of Living in Brussels
Monthly Total
$2,991
$52,343
Housing (1BR Mid-range)
$1,252
Daily Spend (ex. rent)
$58
Based on a typical lifestyle for international residents: 1BR furnished apartment, mix of cooking/eating out, rideshare transportation, moderate entertainment. Last updated: 3/31/2026.
Monthly Cost Breakdown
Housing (Rent)
1BR furnished apartment in mid-range neighborhood
$1,252
$21,910
Utilities
Electric, water, gas, and internet
$279
$4,883
Groceries
Groceries from supermarkets
$186
$3,255
Dining Out
Mix of casual restaurants, ~12 meals/month
$276
$4,830
Transportation
Rideshare (Uber/Didi), ~30 rides/month
$390
$6,825
Lifestyle & Entertainment
Entertainment, occasional cleaning service
$293
$5,128
Healthcare
Basic private health insurance
$279
$4,883
Phone & Subscriptions
Phone plan and streaming subscriptions
$36
$630
Monthly Total
$2,991
$52,343
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