Amberes
Belgium
Updated on August 02, 2025
Overview
Antwerp is Belgium's second-largest city and the world's diamond capital. With over one million inhabitants, it's a multicultural port city that blends medieval history with modernity. Known for its Flemish architecture, world-class museums, and vibrant diamond district.
Average cost of living€3,735.00
Quality of Life85/100
Accommodation
Rent room (flat-share)€450.00
1-bed flat (center)€900.00
1-bed flat (outside)€650.00
3-bed flat (center)€1,800.00
3-bed flat (outside)€1,200.00
Utilities
Basic utilities€180.00
Internet€35.00
Mobile plan€25.00
Transportation
One-way ticket€3.00
Monthly pass€45.00
Taxi start€4.50
Gasoline (1 l)€1.55
Leisure
Cinema ticket€12.00
Fitness club€35.00
Education
Preschool (month)€350.00
Intl. primary (year)€8,500.00
Buying House
sqm in city center€3,200.00
sqm outside center€2,400.00
Advantages
- ✓ 5th place in the 2025 World Happy City Index
- ✓ World diamond capital
- ✓ Excellent healthcare system (99% medical coverage)
- ✓ Highly multicultural city with 168 nationalities
- ✓ Efficient public transportation
- ✓ Rich cultural and architectural heritage
- ✓ Major port for international trade
Disadvantages
- × Humid climate with frequent rainfall
- × High housing costs in city center
- × Traffic congestion during rush hours
- × Relatively high taxes
- × Language barriers (Dutch/Flemish)