Is Montgomery Expensive?

Brussels, Belgium

+2% vs Brussels avg

Living in Montgomery, Brussels

Montgomery is a relatively affordable area in Brussels, with a cost of living index of 51.3 — that is +2% compared to the Brussels average. At #12 of 20, it is below the city average in cost. Estimated rent for a one-bedroom apartment here is around €951/month, compared to a range of €672 in Anderlecht to €1,194 in Sablon.

Monthly Budget Breakdown

For a typical resident of Montgomery, housing takes up roughly 42% 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 €38,053 before tax.

Typical Salaries in Montgomery

Salaries in Montgomery reflect the local cost of living. Based on the neighborhood COLI of 51.3:

After tax and deductions of 28.2% in Belgium, take-home pay for someone earning €38,053 would be roughly €27,322/year. Use the salary converter to calculate an exact figure for your situation, including expat-specific tax adjustments.

Key Stats

51.3
COLI Index
1.02x
vs City Avg
€951
Est. 1BR Rent
#12
of 20 Areas
28.2%
Total Deductions

Tax & Deductions in Montgomery

Estimated annual deductions on a €32,623 salary in Montgomery, Brussels (local employee).

Income Tax
15%
Social Security
13.1%
Total Deductions: 28.2%
Est. Take-Home: €23,419/yr

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

Salary Equivalents

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

City Currency Equivalent
New York USD $38,475
London GBP £33,111
Dubai AED AED 192,521

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Montgomery expensive in Brussels?

Montgomery is near the city average for Brussels. Costs are about +2% vs the average, making it a mid-range neighborhood.

How does Montgomery compare to the Brussels average?

The cost of living in Montgomery is near the Brussels average. With a multiplier of 1.02x, everyday expenses including rent, food, and transportation are +2% 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.