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Kessel vs Gent

Belgium vs Belgium · 64 km apart

Kessel

Belgium

€814 ($885)

single / month

Cheaper overall

Gent

Belgium

€972 ($1,057)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

Expense	Kessel	Gent	Cheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant	$8.64	$10.18	Kessel
Three-course meal for two, mid-range	$34.56	$40.70	Kessel
Cappuccino	$2.59	$3.05	Kessel
Monthly groceries (single person)	$196	$231	Kessel
Monthly public transport pass	$31.68	$37.31	Kessel
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment	$83.52	$98.37	Kessel
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)	$24.19	$28.49	Kessel
Fitness club membership	$24.19	$28.49	Kessel
Cinema ticket	$6.34	$7.46	Kessel
One-bedroom apartment in city centre	$444	$544	Kessel
One-bedroom apartment outside centre	$309	$379	Kessel
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre	$926	$1,136	Kessel
Total single-person budget	$885	$1,057	Kessel
Average net salary	$2,790	$3,286

Verdict

Kessel is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Kessel runs about $885 versus $1,057 in Gent — a difference of roughly 19%.

Salary-adjusted, Gent 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 Kessel · Full cost of living in Gent

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kessel cheaper than Gent?

Yes. A single person spends an estimated $885 per month in Kessel versus $1,057 in Gent — about 19% less.

How far is Kessel from Gent?

The straight-line distance between Kessel and Gent is approximately 64 km (40 miles).

Which city has better salaries, Kessel or Gent?

The estimated average net salary is $2,790 in Kessel and $3,286 in Gent. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $1,905 in Kessel versus $2,229 in Gent per month.