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Aalst vs Brussels

Belgium vs Belgium · 24 km apart

Aalst

Belgium

€913 ($992)

single / month

Cheaper overall
VS

Brussels

Belgium

€1,215 ($1,321)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

ExpenseAalstBrusselsCheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant$9.60$12.48Aalst
Three-course meal for two, mid-range$38.40$49.92Aalst
Cappuccino$2.88$3.74Aalst
Monthly groceries (single person)$218$283Aalst
Monthly public transport pass$35.20$45.76Aalst
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment$92.80$121Aalst
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)$26.88$34.94Aalst
Fitness club membership$26.88$34.94Aalst
Cinema ticket$7.04$9.15Aalst
One-bedroom apartment in city centre$506$702Aalst
One-bedroom apartment outside centre$352$489Aalst
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre$1,056$1,466Aalst
Total single-person budget$992$1,321Aalst
Average net salary$3,100$4,030

Verdict

Aalst is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Aalst runs about $992 versus $1,321 in Brussels — a difference of roughly 33%.

Salary-adjusted, Brussels leaves more disposable income after basic expenses. Both figures are model estimates — see each city page for local-currency detail.

Full cost of living in Aalst  ·  Full cost of living in Brussels

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Aalst cheaper than Brussels?
Yes. A single person spends an estimated $992 per month in Aalst versus $1,321 in Brussels — about 33% less.
How far is Aalst from Brussels?
The straight-line distance between Aalst and Brussels is approximately 24 km (15 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Aalst or Brussels?
The estimated average net salary is $3,100 in Aalst and $4,030 in Brussels. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $2,108 in Aalst versus $2,709 in Brussels per month.