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Ostend vs Gent

Belgium vs Belgium · 59 km apart

Ostend

Belgium

€913 ($992)

single / month

Cheaper overall

Gent

Belgium

€972 ($1,057)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

Expense	Ostend	Gent	Cheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant	$9.60	$10.18	Ostend
Three-course meal for two, mid-range	$38.40	$40.70	Ostend
Cappuccino	$2.88	$3.05	Ostend
Monthly groceries (single person)	$218	$231	Ostend
Monthly public transport pass	$35.20	$37.31	Ostend
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment	$92.80	$98.37	Ostend
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)	$26.88	$28.49	Ostend
Fitness club membership	$26.88	$28.49	Ostend
Cinema ticket	$7.04	$7.46	Ostend
One-bedroom apartment in city centre	$506	$544	Ostend
One-bedroom apartment outside centre	$352	$379	Ostend
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre	$1,056	$1,136	Ostend
Total single-person budget	$992	$1,057	Ostend
Average net salary	$3,100	$3,286

Verdict

Ostend is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Ostend runs about $992 versus $1,057 in Gent — a difference of roughly 7%.

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 Ostend · Full cost of living in Gent

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ostend cheaper than Gent?

Yes. A single person spends an estimated $992 per month in Ostend versus $1,057 in Gent — about 7% less.

How far is Ostend from Gent?

The straight-line distance between Ostend and Gent is approximately 59 km (37 miles).

Which city has better salaries, Ostend or Gent?

The estimated average net salary is $3,100 in Ostend and $3,286 in Gent. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $2,108 in Ostend versus $2,229 in Gent per month.