131 cities covered · Currency: NOK (kr) · Capital: Oslo
| Expense | Estimated cost | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| Meal at an inexpensive restaurant | kr124 ($11.45) | per meal |
| Three-course meal for two, mid-range | kr495 ($45.79) | per meal |
| Cappuccino | kr37.09 ($3.43) | each |
| Monthly groceries (single person) | kr2,802 ($259) | per month |
| Monthly public transport pass | kr453 ($41.98) | per month |
| Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment | kr1,195 ($111) | per month |
| Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited) | kr346 ($32.05) | per month |
| Fitness club membership | kr346 ($32.05) | per month |
| Cinema ticket | kr90.67 ($8.40) | each |
| One-bedroom apartment in city centre | kr6,412 ($594) | per month |
| One-bedroom apartment outside centre | kr4,461 ($413) | per month |
| Three-bedroom apartment in city centre | kr13,382 ($1,239) | per month |
Oslo · pop. 1,110,887
Vestland · pop. 291,189
Rogaland · pop. 241,644
Rogaland · pop. 237,369
Trøndelag · pop. 198,777
Agder · pop. 125,000
Viken · pop. 115,543
Viken · pop. 106,013
Vestfold og Telemark · pop. 67,062
Viken · pop. 65,381
Viken · pop. 63,610
Viken · pop. 61,523
Vestfold og Telemark · pop. 60,246
Viken · pop. 54,678
Møre og Romsdal · pop. 52,163
Viken · pop. 51,511
Viken · pop. 50,647
Vestfold og Telemark · pop. 50,607
Rogaland · pop. 47,346
Nordland · pop. 43,504
Troms og Finnmark · pop. 38,980
Agder · pop. 37,815
Vestfold og Telemark · pop. 37,435
Viken · pop. 32,082
Side-by-side cost of living comparison in Norway
Side-by-side cost of living comparison in Norway
Side-by-side cost of living comparison in Norway
Side-by-side cost of living comparison in Norway
Living costs in Norway vary significantly depending on city size. Large metropolitan areas with populations over one million typically see housing costs 15–30% above the national average, while smaller towns can be 10–20% below it. The national baseline of kr12,703 ($1,176) per month represents a mid-sized city estimate.
Capital cities and major economic hubs command the highest rents and overall expenses. For budget-conscious residents, mid-sized cities offer a balance of amenities and affordability. Rural and small-town living remains the most economical option, though transport and service access may be limited.