Belgium vs Belgium · 118 km apart
Belgium
single / month
Cheaper overallBelgium
single / month
| Expense | Essen | Charleroi | Cheaper |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | $8.64 | $9.60 | Essen |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | $34.56 | $38.40 | Essen |
| Cappuccino | $2.59 | $2.88 | Essen |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | $196 | $218 | Essen |
| Monthly public transport pass | $31.68 | $35.20 | Essen |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | $83.52 | $92.80 | Essen |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | $24.19 | $26.88 | Essen |
| Fitness club membership | $24.19 | $26.88 | Essen |
| Cinema ticket | $6.34 | $7.04 | Essen |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | $444 | $506 | Essen |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | $309 | $352 | Essen |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | $926 | $1,056 | Essen |
| Total single-person budget | $885 | $992 | Essen |
| Average net salary | $2,790 | $3,100 |
Essen is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Essen runs about $885 versus $992 in Charleroi — a difference of roughly 12%.
Salary-adjusted, Charleroi 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 Essen · Full cost of living in Charleroi