Antwerp

🇧🇪Belgium•Western Europe

City Score

"A growing hub balancing local authenticity with emerging remote-work infrastructure."

City Metrics

Cost of Living76

Safety81

Healthcare88

Career Opportunities79

Climate61

Transport89

Air Quality71.5

Family Friendliness85

Education84

Top Neighborhoods

Central Core

Historic Quarter

Modern Suburbs

Housing Reality

Standard rental laws apply. Direct landlord negotiations are common, with 1-2 months deposit standard.

Getting Around

Ridesharing apps (Uber/Bolt/Local equivalent) are highly recommended outside the walkable core.

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Frequently Asked Questions

▸Is Antwerp a good place to live?

Antwerp scores 78/100 overall. It is very affordable (cost score: 76/100), very safe (safety: 81/100), and has excellent healthcare (healthcare: 88/100). Top neighborhoods include Central Core, Historic Quarter, Modern Suburbs.

▸What is the cost of living in Antwerp?

Antwerp has a cost of living score of 76/100 (higher = more affordable). Standard rental laws apply. Direct landlord negotiations are common, with 1-2 months deposit standard.

▸How do I get around Antwerp?

Antwerp has a transport score of 89/100. Ridesharing apps (Uber/Bolt/Local equivalent) are highly recommended outside the walkable core.

▸What are the best neighborhoods in Antwerp?

The most recommended neighborhoods in Antwerp are Central Core, Historic Quarter, Modern Suburbs. A growing hub balancing local authenticity with emerging remote-work infrastructure.

▸Is Antwerp safe for expats?

Antwerp has a safety score of 81/100. The city very safe and has an air quality score of 71.5/100.

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