Prices and Cost of Living in Belgium

Food and beverage prices in Belgium

Popular food products found on store shelves in Belgium include bananas, rice, bread, onions, eggs, tomatoes, cheese, beef and potatoes, among others. Prices for a kilo of these products range from 2.16 EUR for a kilo of onions to 16.17 EUR for a kilo of beef. The price of white rice is 2.38 EUR per kilo, while a loaf of fresh white bread costs 2.56 EUR per half kilo. Bananas cost 2.19 EUR per kilo, while apples cost 2.61 EUR per kilo.

Water, available in 1.5-liter bottles, costs 0.99 EUR. Dairy prices in Belgium, on the other hand, are as follows: 1 liter of milk costs about 1.32 EUR, and 1 kilogram of locally produced cheese is an expense of 13.71 EUR. Chicken filet, which is a common ingredient in meat dishes, costs in the range of 11.7 EUR per kilo. Eggs (12 pieces per package) are an expense of about 4.27 EUR, and the average price of tomatoes is 2.86 EUR per kilo.

What is the typical cost for an affordable meal?

Prices in restaurants in Belgium vary and depend on several factors, such as the type of restaurant, location and time of day. For instance, a Cappuccino typically costs around 4.15 EUR, while a 0.33-liter bottle of Coca-Cola or Pepsi is priced at approximately 2.72 EUR. At a fast-food restaurant such as McDonald's, you can expect to pay 13 EUR for a meal, whereas a meal for two at a mid-range restaurant could cost around 80 EUR. Budget-friendly dining options are also available, with some restaurants offering meals for as little as 25 EUR.

How much does transportation cost in Belgium?

The average expense of a one-way trip using local transportation stands at approximately 2.5 EUR, while a monthly ticket for public transportation has an average cost of roughly 52 EUR. Choosing to travel by taxi would entail an initial fee of 6.5 EUR, along with a per-kilometer charge of 2.65 EUR.

Fuel prices in Belgium

Average fuel prices in Belgium are 1.53 EUR per liter of gasoline and 1.63 EUR per liter of diesel. A liter of LPG autogas costs 0.75 EUR.

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Belgium?

The cost of renting or buying an apartment in Belgium varies according to its location. On average, renting an apartment with one bedroom and a living room outside the city center costs approximately 931 EUR per month, while the same type of apartment in the city center can cost around 1129 EUR per month. In comparison, the purchase price of an apartment in the city center is 4650 EUR per square meter.