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Antwerp vs Brussels

Belgium vs Belgium · 43 km apart

Antwerp

Belgium

€972 ($1,057)

single / month

Cheaper overall
VS

Brussels

Belgium

€1,215 ($1,321)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

ExpenseAntwerpBrusselsCheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant$10.18$12.48Antwerp
Three-course meal for two, mid-range$40.70$49.92Antwerp
Cappuccino$3.05$3.74Antwerp
Monthly groceries (single person)$231$283Antwerp
Monthly public transport pass$37.31$45.76Antwerp
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment$98.37$121Antwerp
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)$28.49$34.94Antwerp
Fitness club membership$28.49$34.94Antwerp
Cinema ticket$7.46$9.15Antwerp
One-bedroom apartment in city centre$544$702Antwerp
One-bedroom apartment outside centre$379$489Antwerp
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre$1,136$1,466Antwerp
Total single-person budget$1,057$1,321Antwerp
Average net salary$3,286$4,030

Verdict

Antwerp is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Antwerp runs about $1,057 versus $1,321 in Brussels — a difference of roughly 25%.

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 Antwerp  ·  Full cost of living in Brussels

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Antwerp cheaper than Brussels?
Yes. A single person spends an estimated $1,057 per month in Antwerp versus $1,321 in Brussels — about 25% less.
How far is Antwerp from Brussels?
The straight-line distance between Antwerp and Brussels is approximately 43 km (27 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Antwerp or Brussels?
The estimated average net salary is $3,286 in Antwerp and $4,030 in Brussels. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $2,229 in Antwerp versus $2,709 in Brussels per month.