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Charleroi vs Brussels

Belgium vs Belgium · 48 km apart

Charleroi

Belgium

€913 ($992)

single / month

Cheaper overall
VS

Brussels

Belgium

€1,215 ($1,321)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

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

Verdict

Charleroi is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Charleroi 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 Charleroi  ·  Full cost of living in Brussels

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Charleroi cheaper than Brussels?
Yes. A single person spends an estimated $992 per month in Charleroi versus $1,321 in Brussels — about 33% less.
How far is Charleroi from Brussels?
The straight-line distance between Charleroi and Brussels is approximately 48 km (30 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Charleroi or Brussels?
The estimated average net salary is $3,100 in Charleroi and $4,030 in Brussels. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $2,108 in Charleroi versus $2,709 in Brussels per month.