Belgium
Cost of Living in Gent
Monthly Total
$3,103
$54,303
Housing (1BR Mid-range)
$1,044
Daily Spend (ex. rent)
$69
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
$1,044
$18,270
Utilities
Electric, water, gas, and internet
$246
$4,305
Groceries
Groceries from supermarkets
$177
$3,098
Dining Out
Mix of casual restaurants, ~12 meals/month
$276
$4,830
Transportation
Rideshare (Uber/Didi), ~30 rides/month
$780
$13,650
Lifestyle & Entertainment
Entertainment, occasional cleaning service
$282
$4,935
Healthcare
Basic private health insurance
$261
$4,568
Phone & Subscriptions
Phone plan and streaming subscriptions
$36
$630
Monthly Total
$3,103
$54,303
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