🏙️Belgium
Ghent
Ghent combines medieval charm with university energy and affordable living for students and young professionals.
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Population
265,000
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Highlight
Medieval architecture meets modern innovation
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Country
Belgium
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Air Quality
40 (Good)
Historic university city with vibrant student life and tech innovation
Quick stats
Cost Index
60/100
Rent (1BR center)
€700–1,200/month
Median Salary
€2,600–3,400 gross
Internet
150–300 Mbps
Safety
Very safe; student-friendly environment
Transport
Tram and bus; €40 monthly pass
Areas & industries
Popular Neighborhoods
CentrumPatersholBrugse PoortNieuw GentSint-AmandsbergLedebergGentbrugge
Key Sectors
Education & ResearchTechnology & StartupsHealthcareCreative Industries
✓ Advantages
- •Affordable cost of living
- •Vibrant university and student atmosphere
- •Beautiful medieval architecture
- •Growing tech and startup scene
- •Excellent work-life balance
! Considerations
- •Smaller job market
- •Limited international business
- •Dutch language essential
- •Fewer entertainment options
Ghent FAQs
Good for students?
Excellent! Ghent University creates a vibrant student atmosphere with affordable housing and active nightlife.
Tech job opportunities?
Growing tech scene with startups and established companies, especially in biotech and digital innovation.
Living costs vs other cities?
Much more affordable than Brussels or Antwerp, especially for housing and entertainment.
Transportation to other cities?
Excellent train connections to Brussels (30 min), Antwerp (45 min), and other European cities.
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