Antwerp, Belgium
Salary Benchmarks · Antwerp
Gross and net pay for tech and non-tech roles in Antwerp, Belgium. Monthly figures in EUR (€).
The median tech salary in Antwerp is about €4,700/month gross (2026 data); most roles fall between €3,800 and €6,000. After tax that leaves roughly €3,100/month net (34.0% effective rate) in Belgium.
Tech Median Salary
€4,700
gross per month
€3,100 net(34.0% tax)
Non-Tech Median Salary
€3,300
gross per month
€2,426 net(26.5% tax)
Percentile breakdown
| Percentile | Tech Gross | Tech Net | Non-Tech Gross | Non-Tech Net |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 25th percentile | €3,800 | €2,675(29.6%) | €2,600 | €2,014(22.5%) |
| Median (50th) | €4,700 | €3,100(34.0%) | €3,300 | €2,426(26.5%) |
| 75th percentile | €6,000 | €3,686(38.6%) | €4,200 | €2,874(31.6%) |
Net numbers account for income tax and social contributions. Calculated for a single filer with standard deductions.
What we're assuming for Belgium
- -Progressive rates (25-50%)
- -Professional expense deduction (30%, max EUR 5,520)
- -Municipal surcharge ~7%
- -Social security 13.07%
- -Single person, no dependents
- -Standard deductions only
- -Does not include employer contributions
Where a median tech salary actually goes in Antwerp
Neighborhoods where a 1BR costs less than 35% of net income (€3,100/mo net).
Borgerhout
15 min tram|Safety: 3/5
€800 - €90027% of net
multiculturalaffordablediverse
Hoboken
20 min tram|Safety: 3/5
€820 - €95029% of net
affordablelocalindustrial
Linkeroever
18 min bus|Safety: 3/5
€800 - €1,00029% of net
affordablegreenquiet
Deurne
20 min tram|Safety: 4/5
€900 - €1,00031% of net
residentialfamiliesschools
Wilrijk
22 min tram|Safety: 5/5
€900 - €1,00031% of net
studentsparksaffordable
Merksem
18 min tram|Safety: 4/5
€880 - €1,02031% of net
affordablefamiliessuburban
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Questions people actually ask
What is the average tech salary in Antwerp?
The median (50th percentile) tech salary in Antwerp is €4,700 gross per month (2026 data). The 25th percentile is €3,800 and the 75th percentile is €6,000.
How much tax do I pay in Belgium?
On a median tech salary of €4,700/month in Antwerp (2026 data), the effective tax rate is approximately 34.0%, leaving €3,100 net per month. Rates vary based on income level and personal circumstances.
What is the non-tech salary in Antwerp?
Non-tech median salary in Antwerp is €3,300 gross per month (2026 data). After tax, that is approximately €2,426 net per month.
Can I afford a 1-bedroom apartment in Antwerp on a tech salary?
1-bedroom rents in Antwerp range from €800 to €1,500. On a median tech net salary of €3,100 (2026 data), 6 neighborhoods are affordable (rent under 35% of net income).
How does Antwerp compare to other cities in Belgium?
Antwerp has a median tech salary of €4,700 (2026 data). Explore our comparison tool to see how it stacks up against other cities in Belgium for rent, expenses, and take-home pay.