Quick question. I got offered 3600€ gross for 2500€ net for an 'outsourced' job from Portugal to move to Brussels... sounds too good to be true?
vibe_check_be2How much can an unskilled worker earn per month in Brussels
vibe_check_be2Accepted answer
super_belgium2For unskilled work you can expect at least the minimum wage which is €2,233.61 gross for 38 hours since July 2026. Rates change for some sectors though like cleaning is €17.1660/hour or construction is €18.592/hour. For a couple with no kids a total net of 5,000€ makes life pretty comfortable here.
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antwerp_sales_proYou should know that highly educated workers usually get around 900 euros more per month than those in 'low' skill jobs.
NotSoSure_92The wages just dont keep up with the inflation and cost of living in Brussels !
JokingNonnieLiving on 3,000€ net for a while was barely survival mode.
namur_greeneryThat is a very interesting topic ! Thanks for sharing your experience !