Cost of living explorer
Compare two countries on the costs that decide whether a move works.
Average local net salary is $400/month.
Living in Belgium costs about 157% more than Morocco.
To keep your current lifestyle in Belgium you would need about $3,081 per month.
- Estimated monthly budget
- $1,720
- for one person, city centre
- Short each month
- $520
Where the money goes
Figures are indicative averages for the capital or largest city and are meant for shortlisting, not budgeting to the last unit. Currency: USD.
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Common questions
How much money do I need to move abroad?
As a rule of thumb, budget the destination's core monthly cost — rent, groceries, utilities, transport and internet — multiplied by three, plus your visa fees and flights. The comparison above gives you that core figure; the first months abroad cost more because of deposits, furniture and the gap before your first salary.
Why is my city cheaper than the figure you show?
Every figure is for the capital or largest city, in the centre. Rent outside the centre is typically 20–35% lower, and a mid-sized city can be cheaper again. Use the outside-centre row in the breakdown as your realistic floor.
Are salaries here before or after tax?
The average salary shown in the comparison is net — what lands in your account after income tax and social contributions. Job listings in the matcher show gross annual ranges instead, because that is how employers advertise them.
Why is everything shown in US dollars?
A single currency is the only way to compare nineteen countries honestly. Converting each figure into local money would hide the differences behind exchange rates that move weekly.