Is the cost of living in Belgium high?
We asked people about the cost of living in Belgium, they wrote...
"Brussels is one of the cheapest European capitals, so if you want to buy a house. Beautiful neighborhoods like Woluwé Saint Lambert, Woluwé Saint-Pierre, Kraainem and Ixelles are great and the price of housing is affordable. House prices have risen since the covid crisis ," said a member in Brussels, Belgium.
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"The cost of living in Belgium varies depending on the city or town you live in, but it is generally more expensive than many other countries in Europe. Brussels and Antwerp tend to have a higher cost of living compared to more rural locations, as the demand for housing in the capital city is generally high. The typical rental price for a one bedroom apartment in Belgium is generally around $850-$1,200 USD, while a two bedroom can range from $900-$1,500 USD. Eating dinner at a moderately priced restaurant typically will cost anywhere from $15-$25 USD, depending on the restaurant," remarked another expat who made the move to Belgium.
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- Is there a lot of crime in Belgium?
- Is there a lot of diversity? Are people in Belgium accepting of differences?
- What are the schools in Belgium like?
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- Are healthcare and health insurance expensive in Belgium?
- What are emergency services like in Belgium?
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- Are common prescription medications available in Belgium?
- How are local medical facilities in Belgium?
- As a foreigner living in Belgium, will I have access to public healthcare? What is it like?
- What have your experiences during the pandemic with the local healthcare system been like?
Is the cost of living in Belgium high?
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About the Author
Betsy Burlingame is one of the founders of Digital Nomad Exchange and the Founder and President of Expat Exchange. She launched Expat Exchange in 1997 as her Master's thesis project at NYU. Prior to Expat Exchange and Digital Nomad Exchange, Betsy worked at AT&T in International
and Mass Market Marketing. She graduated from Ohio Wesleyan University
with a BA in International Business and German.
Some of Betsy's articles include 12 Best Places to Live in Portugal, 7 Best Places to Live in Panama and 12 Things to Know Before Moving to the Dominican Republic. Betsy loves to travel and spend time with her family. Connect with Betsy on LinkedIn.