Ghent, Belgium

In 2026, a single person living in Ghent needs approximately EUR 1,678/month, covering rent, groceries, transport and utilities. A family of 3–4 typically spends around EUR 3,108/month. Ghent is considered a mid-range city by global standards.

A 1-bedroom apartment in Ghent costs approximately EUR 1,005/month in 2026. A 3-bedroom apartment runs around EUR 1,745/month. Rent has changed +2.5% vs 2025.

Monthly grocery costs for one person in Ghent are approximately EUR 354 in 2026. This covers basic supermarket shopping including food and household essentials.

A monthly public transport pass in Ghent costs EUR 58 in 2026, covering unlimited bus, metro and tram travel within the city.

Monthly utility costs in Ghent average EUR 150 in 2026, covering electricity, heating/cooling, water and internet for a standard apartment.

Ghent is located in Belgium (Europe). With a 1-bed rent of EUR 1,005/month and total single-person expenses around EUR 1,678/month, it is mid-range by global standards.

A typical restaurant meal for one person in Ghent costs approximately EUR 14 in 2026. Budget around EUR 110/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 2026, a single person needs approximately EUR 1,678/month. This covers rent (EUR 1,005), groceries (EUR 354), transport (EUR 58), utilities (EUR 150) and dining out occasionally. A family of 3–4 should budget around EUR 3,108/month.