CostLens
Home › Compare

Bergen vs Kristiansand

Norway vs Norway · 292 km apart

Bergen

Norway

kr12,703 ($1,176)

single / month

VS

Kristiansand

Norway

kr11,923 ($1,104)

single / month

Cheaper overall

Category Breakdown (USD)

ExpenseBergenKristiansandCheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant$11.45$10.80Kristiansand
Three-course meal for two, mid-range$45.79$43.20Kristiansand
Cappuccino$3.43$3.24Kristiansand
Monthly groceries (single person)$259$245Kristiansand
Monthly public transport pass$41.98$39.60Kristiansand
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment$111$104Kristiansand
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)$32.05$30.24Kristiansand
Fitness club membership$32.05$30.24Kristiansand
Cinema ticket$8.40$7.92Kristiansand
One-bedroom apartment in city centre$594$552Kristiansand
One-bedroom apartment outside centre$413$384Kristiansand
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre$1,239$1,152Kristiansand
Total single-person budget$1,176$1,104Kristiansand
Average net salary$4,134$3,900

Verdict

Kristiansand is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Bergen runs about $1,176 versus $1,104 in Kristiansand — a difference of roughly 6%.

Salary-adjusted, Bergen 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 Bergen  ·  Full cost of living in Kristiansand

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bergen cheaper than Kristiansand?
No. Bergen costs an estimated $1,176 per month for a single person, about 6% more than Kristiansand at $1,104.
How far is Bergen from Kristiansand?
The straight-line distance between Bergen and Kristiansand is approximately 292 km (182 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Bergen or Kristiansand?
The estimated average net salary is $4,134 in Bergen and $3,900 in Kristiansand. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $2,958 in Bergen versus $2,796 in Kristiansand per month.