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Oslo vs Stavanger

Norway vs Norway · 302 km apart

Oslo

Norway

kr15,866 ($1,469)

single / month

VS

Stavanger

Norway

kr11,923 ($1,104)

single / month

Cheaper overall

Category Breakdown (USD)

ExpenseOsloStavangerCheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant$14.04$10.80Stavanger
Three-course meal for two, mid-range$56.16$43.20Stavanger
Cappuccino$4.21$3.24Stavanger
Monthly groceries (single person)$318$245Stavanger
Monthly public transport pass$51.48$39.60Stavanger
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment$136$104Stavanger
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)$39.31$30.24Stavanger
Fitness club membership$39.31$30.24Stavanger
Cinema ticket$10.30$7.92Stavanger
One-bedroom apartment in city centre$766$552Stavanger
One-bedroom apartment outside centre$533$384Stavanger
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre$1,599$1,152Stavanger
Total single-person budget$1,469$1,104Stavanger
Average net salary$5,070$3,900

Verdict

Stavanger is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Oslo runs about $1,469 versus $1,104 in Stavanger — a difference of roughly 25%.

Salary-adjusted, Oslo 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 Oslo  ·  Full cost of living in Stavanger

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Oslo cheaper than Stavanger?
No. Oslo costs an estimated $1,469 per month for a single person, about 25% more than Stavanger at $1,104.
How far is Oslo from Stavanger?
The straight-line distance between Oslo and Stavanger is approximately 302 km (188 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Oslo or Stavanger?
The estimated average net salary is $5,070 in Oslo and $3,900 in Stavanger. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $3,601 in Oslo versus $2,796 in Stavanger per month.