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Antwerp, Belgium

Cost of living · 2023 · Europe · Rent +6.8% vs 2022

1-Bed Rent EUR 940 per month
3-Bed Rent EUR 1,598 per month
Groceries EUR 320 per month
Transport Pass EUR 52 per month
Utilities EUR 136 per month
Restaurant Meal EUR 12 per person

Rent trend in Antwerp (2022–2026)

Cost breakdown in Antwerp (2023)

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Estimated monthly budget in Antwerp

Based on 2023 data. Includes rent, groceries, transport, utilities and occasional dining out.

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Single person
EUR 1,545
🏠 Rent EUR 940
🛒 Groceries EUR 320
🚌 Transport EUR 52
💡 Utilities EUR 136
🍽️ Dining out EUR 98
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Family (3–4 people)
EUR 2,824
🏠 Rent 3-bed EUR 1,598
🛒 Groceries EUR 799
🚌 Transport ×2 EUR 103
💡 Utilities EUR 177
🍽️ Dining out EUR 147

Cost comparison — cities in Belgium (2023)

City 1-Bed Rent Groceries Transport Utilities vs Antwerp
Antwerp EUR 940 EUR 320 EUR 52 EUR 136
Brussels EUR 1,081 EUR 334 EUR 55 EUR 146 +15%
Ghent EUR 893 EUR 315 EUR 52 EUR 133 -5%
Liege EUR 799 EUR 301 EUR 47 EUR 130 -15%

Frequently asked questions

What is the cost of living in Antwerp in 2023?

In 2023, a single person living in Antwerp needs approximately EUR 1,545/month, covering rent, groceries, transport and utilities. A family of 3–4 typically spends around EUR 2,824/month. Antwerp is considered a mid-range city by global standards.

How much is rent in Antwerp in 2023?

A 1-bedroom apartment in Antwerp costs approximately EUR 940/month in 2023. A 3-bedroom apartment runs around EUR 1,598/month. Rent has changed +6.8% vs 2022.

How much do groceries cost in Antwerp?

Monthly grocery costs for one person in Antwerp are approximately EUR 320 in 2023. This covers basic supermarket shopping including food and household essentials.

What does public transport cost in Antwerp?

A monthly public transport pass in Antwerp costs EUR 52 in 2023, covering unlimited bus, metro and tram travel within the city.

How much are utilities in Antwerp?

Monthly utility costs in Antwerp average EUR 136 in 2023, covering electricity, heating/cooling, water and internet for a standard apartment.

Is Antwerp expensive to live in?

Antwerp is located in Belgium (Europe). With a 1-bed rent of EUR 940/month and total single-person expenses around EUR 1,545/month, it is mid-range by global standards.

How much does eating out cost in Antwerp?

A typical restaurant meal for one person in Antwerp costs approximately EUR 12 in 2023. Budget around EUR 98/month if dining out a few times a week.

How have living costs in Antwerp changed over time?

LifeIndexed tracks cost of living data for Antwerp from 2022 to 2026. 1-bed rent has increased by 20.2% over this period (from EUR 880 in 2022 to EUR 1,058 in 2026). Use the year tabs above to compare costs across years.

What is the monthly budget needed to live comfortably in Antwerp?

To live comfortably in Antwerp in 2023, a single person needs approximately EUR 1,545/month. This covers rent (EUR 940), groceries (EUR 320), transport (EUR 52), utilities (EUR 136) and dining out occasionally. A family of 3–4 should budget around EUR 2,824/month.

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