Jette

Brussels, Belgium

-20% vs Brussels avg

Living in Jette, Brussels

Jette is one of the most affordable neighborhoods in Brussels, with a cost of living index of 40.2 — that is -20% compared to the Brussels average. Ranked #18 of 20, it offers some of the lowest costs in the city. Estimated rent for a one-bedroom apartment here is around €746/month, compared to a range of €672 in Anderlecht to €1,194 in Sablon.

Monthly Budget Breakdown

For a typical resident of Jette, housing takes up roughly 33% of monthly expenses. Food and groceries account for about 17%, while transportation costs around 9%. To live comfortably here — meaning rent stays at or below 30% of gross income — you would need an annual salary of approximately €29,846 before tax.

Typical Salaries in Jette

Salaries in Jette reflect the local cost of living. Based on the neighborhood COLI of 40.2:

After tax and deductions of 23.2% in Belgium, take-home pay for someone earning €29,846 would be roughly €22,922/year. Use the salary converter to calculate an exact figure for your situation, including expat-specific tax adjustments.

Key Stats

40.2
COLI Index
0.80x
vs City Avg
€746
Est. 1BR Rent
#18
of 20 Areas
23.2%
Total Deductions

Tax & Deductions in Jette

Estimated annual deductions on a €25,564 salary in Jette, Brussels (local employee).

Income Tax
10%
Social Security
13.1%
Total Deductions: 23.2%
Est. Take-Home: €19,632/yr

Rates shown are for a local employee. Use the salary converter for expat calculations.

Salary Equivalents

What a $75,000 USD salary in Jette would need to be elsewhere:

City Currency Equivalent
New York USD $30,150
London GBP £25,947
Dubai AED AED 150,864

Other Neighborhoods in Brussels

Neighborhood COLI Multiplier vs Avg
Sablon 64.4 1.28x +28%
Uccle 61.4 1.22x +22%
Avenue Louise 60.4 1.20x +20%
Ixelles 59.4 1.18x +18%
EU Quarter 57.8 1.15x +15%

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Similar Neighborhoods Worldwide

Neighborhoods with a similar cost of living to Jette:

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jette expensive in Brussels?

Jette is one of the more affordable neighborhoods in Brussels. It costs about -20% less than the city average, ranking #18 out of 20 neighborhoods.

How does Jette compare to the Brussels average?

The cost of living in Jette is below the Brussels average. With a multiplier of 0.80x, everyday expenses including rent, food, and transportation are -20% compared to the city baseline.

Data Sources: Cost of living indices based on crowd-sourced price data and official statistics. Tax calculations follow 2026 rates. Sources include OECD Better Life Index. Figures are estimates and may vary based on individual circumstances.