Ghent, Belgium

In 2022, a single person living in Ghent needs approximately EUR 1,396/month, covering rent, groceries, transport and utilities. A family of 3–4 typically spends around EUR 2,586/month. Ghent is considered a affordable city by global standards.

A 1-bedroom apartment in Ghent costs approximately EUR 836/month in 2022. A 3-bedroom apartment runs around EUR 1,452/month.

Monthly grocery costs for one person in Ghent are approximately EUR 295 in 2022. This covers basic supermarket shopping including food and household essentials.

A monthly public transport pass in Ghent costs EUR 48 in 2022, covering unlimited bus, metro and tram travel within the city.

Monthly utility costs in Ghent average EUR 125 in 2022, covering electricity, heating/cooling, water and internet for a standard apartment.

Ghent is located in Belgium (Europe). With a 1-bed rent of EUR 836/month and total single-person expenses around EUR 1,396/month, it is affordable by global standards.

A typical restaurant meal for one person in Ghent costs approximately EUR 11 in 2022. Budget around EUR 92/month if dining out a few times a week.

LifeIndexed tracks cost of living data for Ghent from 2022 to 2026. 1-bed rent has increased by 20.2% over this period (from EUR 836 in 2022 to EUR 1,005 in 2026). Use the year tabs above to compare costs across years.

To live comfortably in Ghent in 2022, a single person needs approximately EUR 1,396/month. This covers rent (EUR 836), groceries (EUR 295), transport (EUR 48), utilities (EUR 125) and dining out occasionally. A family of 3–4 should budget around EUR 2,586/month.