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Maaseik vs Brussels

Belgium vs Belgium · 106 km apart

Maaseik

Belgium

€814 ($885)

single / month

Cheaper overall
VS

Brussels

Belgium

€1,215 ($1,321)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

ExpenseMaaseikBrusselsCheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant$8.64$12.48Maaseik
Three-course meal for two, mid-range$34.56$49.92Maaseik
Cappuccino$2.59$3.74Maaseik
Monthly groceries (single person)$196$283Maaseik
Monthly public transport pass$31.68$45.76Maaseik
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment$83.52$121Maaseik
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)$24.19$34.94Maaseik
Fitness club membership$24.19$34.94Maaseik
Cinema ticket$6.34$9.15Maaseik
One-bedroom apartment in city centre$444$702Maaseik
One-bedroom apartment outside centre$309$489Maaseik
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre$926$1,466Maaseik
Total single-person budget$885$1,321Maaseik
Average net salary$2,790$4,030

Verdict

Maaseik is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Maaseik runs about $885 versus $1,321 in Brussels — a difference of roughly 49%.

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 Maaseik  ·  Full cost of living in Brussels

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Maaseik cheaper than Brussels?
Yes. A single person spends an estimated $885 per month in Maaseik versus $1,321 in Brussels — about 49% less.
How far is Maaseik from Brussels?
The straight-line distance between Maaseik and Brussels is approximately 106 km (66 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Maaseik or Brussels?
The estimated average net salary is $2,790 in Maaseik and $4,030 in Brussels. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $1,905 in Maaseik versus $2,709 in Brussels per month.