City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $2,000/month?
Brussels vs London — Budget Breakdown
Numbeo 2026 country rankings (cost indices) and OECD 2025 PPP rates · April 2026
Feasibility
Brussels
Tight Budget
COL+Rent: 54.9 (NYC=100)
$2,000/mo barely covers basics in Brussels.
London
Likely Insufficient
COL+Rent: 72.9 (NYC=100)
$2,000/mo may not cover basic costs in London.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Brussels | London | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $1,119 | $1,208 | $89 |
| Groceries | $290 | $228 | +$62 |
| Dining Out | $194 | $182 | +$12 |
| Transportation | $40 | $61 | $21 |
| Utilities | $189 | $140 | +$49 |
| Other / Misc | $168 | $181 | $13 |
| Total | $2,000 | $2,000 | — |
Purchasing Power
Brussels
$2,000
per month
London equivalent
$2,656
per month
You'd need $2,656/mo in London to match $2,000/mo in Brussels.
Other Budget Levels
FAQ
Can I live in Brussels on $2,000/month?
Living in Brussels on $2,000/mo is rated "Tight Budget". Budget allocates ~$1,119 to rent, $290 to groceries, $194 to dining.
Can I live in London on $2,000/month?
In London, $2,000/mo is rated "Likely Insufficient". Allocations: $1,208 rent, $228 groceries, $182 dining.
Is Brussels or London cheaper?
Brussels is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Brussels 54.9 vs London 72.9 (NYC=100).
What is $2,000/mo in Brussels worth in London?
$2,000/mo of purchasing power in Brussels equals ~$2,656/mo in London using COL adjustment.