City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $3,000/month?
Brussels vs London — Budget Breakdown
Numbeo 2026 country rankings (cost indices) and OECD 2025 PPP rates · April 2026
Feasibility
Brussels
Moderate
COL+Rent: 54.9 (NYC=100)
$3,000/mo covers essentials with some leisure in Brussels.
London
Tight Budget
COL+Rent: 72.9 (NYC=100)
$3,000/mo barely covers basics in London.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Brussels | London | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $1,678 | $1,812 | $134 |
| Groceries | $435 | $343 | +$92 |
| Dining Out | $292 | $273 | +$19 |
| Transportation | $61 | $92 | $31 |
| Utilities | $283 | $209 | +$74 |
| Other / Misc | $251 | $271 | $20 |
| Total | $3,000 | $3,000 | — |
Purchasing Power
Brussels
$3,000
per month
London equivalent
$3,984
per month
You'd need $3,984/mo in London to match $3,000/mo in Brussels.
Other Budget Levels
FAQ
Can I live in Brussels on $3,000/month?
Living in Brussels on $3,000/mo is rated "Moderate". Budget allocates ~$1,678 to rent, $435 to groceries, $292 to dining.
Can I live in London on $3,000/month?
In London, $3,000/mo is rated "Tight Budget". Allocations: $1,812 rent, $343 groceries, $273 dining.
Is Brussels or London cheaper?
Brussels is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Brussels 54.9 vs London 72.9 (NYC=100).
What is $3,000/mo in Brussels worth in London?
$3,000/mo of purchasing power in Brussels equals ~$3,984/mo in London using COL adjustment.