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Stavanger vs Kristiansand

Norway vs Norway · 160 km apart

Stavanger

Norway

kr11,923 ($1,104)

single / month

Cheaper overall
VS

Kristiansand

Norway

kr11,923 ($1,104)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

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

Verdict

Stavanger is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Stavanger runs about $1,104 versus $1,104 in Kristiansand — a difference of roughly 0%.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Stavanger cheaper than Kristiansand?
Yes. A single person spends an estimated $1,104 per month in Stavanger versus $1,104 in Kristiansand — about 0% less.
How far is Stavanger from Kristiansand?
The straight-line distance between Stavanger and Kristiansand is approximately 160 km (99 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Stavanger or Kristiansand?
The estimated average net salary is $3,900 in Stavanger and $3,900 in Kristiansand. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $2,796 in Stavanger versus $2,796 in Kristiansand per month.