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Tromsø vs Bergen

Norway vs Norway · 1,206 km apart

Tromsø

Norway

kr10,634 ($985)

single / month

Cheaper overall
VS

Bergen

Norway

kr12,703 ($1,176)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

ExpenseTromsøBergenCheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant$9.72$11.45Tromsø
Three-course meal for two, mid-range$38.88$45.79Tromsø
Cappuccino$2.92$3.43Tromsø
Monthly groceries (single person)$220$259Tromsø
Monthly public transport pass$35.64$41.98Tromsø
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment$93.96$111Tromsø
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)$27.22$32.05Tromsø
Fitness club membership$27.22$32.05Tromsø
Cinema ticket$7.13$8.40Tromsø
One-bedroom apartment in city centre$484$594Tromsø
One-bedroom apartment outside centre$337$413Tromsø
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre$1,010$1,239Tromsø
Total single-person budget$985$1,176Tromsø
Average net salary$3,510$4,134

Verdict

Tromsø is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Tromsø runs about $985 versus $1,176 in Bergen — a difference of roughly 19%.

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 Tromsø  ·  Full cost of living in Bergen

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Tromsø cheaper than Bergen?
Yes. A single person spends an estimated $985 per month in Tromsø versus $1,176 in Bergen — about 19% less.
How far is Tromsø from Bergen?
The straight-line distance between Tromsø and Bergen is approximately 1,206 km (750 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Tromsø or Bergen?
The estimated average net salary is $3,510 in Tromsø and $4,134 in Bergen. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $2,525 in Tromsø versus $2,958 in Bergen per month.