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Cheaper overall| Expense | Reykjavík | Selfoss | Cheaper |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | $14.63 | $10.13 | Selfoss |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | $58.50 | $40.50 | Selfoss |
| Cappuccino | $4.39 | $3.04 | Selfoss |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | $332 | $230 | Selfoss |
| Monthly public transport pass | $53.63 | $37.13 | Selfoss |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | $141 | $97.88 | Selfoss |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | $40.95 | $28.35 | Selfoss |
| Fitness club membership | $40.95 | $28.35 | Selfoss |
| Cinema ticket | $10.73 | $7.43 | Selfoss |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | $878 | $554 | Selfoss |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | $611 | $386 | Selfoss |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | $1,832 | $1,157 | Selfoss |
| Total single-person budget | $1,586 | $1,061 | Selfoss |
| Average net salary | $4,680 | $3,240 |
Selfoss is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Reykjavík runs about $1,586 versus $1,061 in Selfoss — a difference of roughly 33%.
Salary-adjusted, Reykjavík leaves more disposable income after basic expenses. Both figures are model estimates — see each city page for local-currency detail.
Full cost of living in Reykjavík · Full cost of living in Selfoss