Cost of Living & Prices:
Denmark vs. United States
Compare the cost of living and prices of goods and services, such as consumer goods prices, housing costs, average wages and more, to learn about differences and similarities between countries.
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Grocery
Denmark vs. United States - grocery purchase prices. You would pay on average 1.25 times less for grocery shopping in Denmark than in the United States.
Apples (1kg)
One kilogram of apples costs 2.88 EUR (3.34 USD) in Denmark and 6.39 EUR (7.41 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 54.9% lower in Denmark.
Banana (1kg)
1 kilogram of bananas costs 3.04 EUR (3.53 USD) in Denmark and 2.17 EUR (2.52 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 28.6% lower in the United States.
Beef Round (1kg) (or Equivalent Back Leg Red Meat)
One kilogram of beef or similar meat costs 14.67 EUR (17.01 USD) in Denmark and 17.2 EUR (19.94 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 14.7% lower in Denmark.
Bottle of Wine (Mid-Range)
A bottle of medium-grade wine costs 9.38 EUR (10.87 USD) in Denmark and 15.53 EUR (18 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 39.6% lower in Denmark.
Chicken Fillets (1kg)
One kilogram of chicken fillet costs 10.56 EUR (12.24 USD) in Denmark and 13.87 EUR (16.08 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 23.9% lower in Denmark.
Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro)
A pack of 20 cigarettes costs 8.71 EUR (10.09 USD) in Denmark and 16.39 EUR (19 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 46.9% lower in Denmark.
Domestic Beer (0.5 liter bottle)
Domestic beer in a 0.5 liter bottle costs 1.56 EUR (1.8 USD) in Denmark and 2.88 EUR (3.34 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 45.8% lower in Denmark.
Eggs (regular) (12)
You will pay 4.84 EUR (5.61 USD) for 12 eggs in Denmark and 6.2 EUR (7.19 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 21.9% lower in Denmark.
Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)
A 0.33 liter bottle of imported beer costs 2.11 EUR (2.45 USD) in Denmark and 3.29 EUR (3.81 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 35.9% lower in Denmark.
Johnnie Walker Red Label Whisky 0.7 Litre
A 0.7 liter bottle of Johnnie Walker Red Label whiskey costs 17.46 EUR (20.24 USD) in Denmark and 21.56 EUR (24.99 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 19% lower in Denmark.
Lettuce (1 head)
One head of lettuce costs 2.01 EUR (2.33 USD) in Denmark and 2.54 EUR (2.94 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 20.9% lower in Denmark.
Loaf of Fresh White Bread (500g)
One loaf of fresh white bread costs 4.1 EUR (4.75 USD) in Denmark and 4.32 EUR (5.01 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 5.1% lower in Denmark.
Local Cheese (1kg)
One kilogram of locally produced cheese costs 13.7 EUR (15.89 USD) in Denmark and 14.8 EUR (17.16 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 7.4% lower in Denmark.
Milk (regular), (1 liter)
One liter of milk costs 1.91 EUR (2.22 USD) in Denmark and 1.37 EUR (1.59 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 28.3% lower in the United States.
Onion (1kg)
One kilogram of onions costs 1.9 EUR (2.21 USD) in Denmark and 3.46 EUR (4.01 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 45.1% lower in Denmark.
Oranges (1kg)
One kilogram of oranges costs 3.29 EUR (3.82 USD) in Denmark and 4.93 EUR (5.72 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 33.3% lower in Denmark.
Potato (1kg)
One kilogram of potatoes costs 2.27 EUR (2.63 USD) in Denmark and 3.23 EUR (3.74 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 29.7% lower in Denmark.
Rice (white), (1kg)
One kilogram of white rice costs 2.95 EUR (3.42 USD) in Denmark and 7.13 EUR (8.27 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 58.6% lower in Denmark.
Smirnoff Red Label Vodka 0.7 Litre
A 0.7 liter bottle of Smirnoff Red Label vodka costs 15.93 EUR (18.47 USD) in Denmark and 7.75 EUR (8.98 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 51.3% lower in the United States.
Tomato (1kg)
One kilogram of tomatoes costs 4.86 EUR (5.63 USD) in Denmark and 5.49 EUR (6.37 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 11.5% lower in Denmark.
Water (1.5 liter bottle)
A 1.5 liter bottle of water costs 1.49 EUR (1.73 USD) in Denmark and 2.15 EUR (2.49 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 30.7% lower in Denmark.
Restaurant
Denmark vs. United States - expenses on meals in restaurants. You would pay 1.06 times less for meals in restaurants in Denmark than in the United States.
Cappuccino (regular)
For a cappuccino in a restaurant, you'll pay 5.82 EUR (6.75 USD) in Denmark and 5.05 EUR (5.86 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 13.2% lower in the United States.
Coke/Pepsi (0.33 liter bottle)
A 0.33 liter bottle of Coca-Cola or Pepsi costs 3.78 EUR (4.38 USD) in Denmark and 2.85 EUR (3.3 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 24.6% lower in the United States.
Domestic Beer (0.5 liter draught)
Domestic beer with a capacity of 0.5 liters costs 8.04 EUR (9.32 USD) in Denmark and 6.9 EUR (8 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 14.2% lower in the United States.
Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)
A 0.33 liter bottle of imported beer costs 7.37 EUR (8.54 USD) in Denmark and 10.35 EUR (12 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 28.8% lower in Denmark.
McMeal at McDonalds (or Equivalent Combo Meal)
A McMeal or similar meal at McDonald's costs 13.39 EUR (15.53 USD) in Denmark and 10.35 EUR (12 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 22.7% lower in the United States.
Meal for 2 People, Mid-range Restaurant, Three-course
A three-course meal for two people at a mid-range restaurant costs 107.15 EUR (124.23 USD) in Denmark and 120.76 EUR (140 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 11.3% lower in Denmark.
Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant
A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs 21.99 EUR (25.49 USD) in Denmark and 22.43 EUR (26 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 2% lower in Denmark.
Water (0.33 liter bottle)
A 0.33 liter bottle of water costs 2.92 EUR (3.39 USD) in Denmark and 2.2 EUR (2.55 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 24.7% lower in the United States.
Fuel
Denmark vs. United States - expenses related to fuel. You would pay 2.33 times more for fuel in Denmark than in the United States.
Diesel 1L
A liter of diesel costs 1.87 EUR (2.17 USD) in Denmark and 0.85 EUR (0.99 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 54.5% lower in the United States.
Gasoline 1L
A liter of gasoline costs 1.97 EUR (2.29 USD) in Denmark and 0.8 EUR (0.93 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 59.4% lower in the United States.
Transportation
Denmark vs. United States - costs of transportation and public communication. You would pay 1.32 times more for transportation in Denmark than in the United States.
Monthly Pass (Regular Price)
The monthly ticket price for public transportation is 103.8 EUR (120.35 USD) in Denmark and 113.86 EUR (132 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 8.8% lower in Denmark.
One-way Ticket (Local Transport)
The one-way ticket price for local transportation is 3.21 EUR (3.73 USD) in Denmark and 2.5 EUR (2.9 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 22.1% lower in the United States.
Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)
The cost of a one-hour taxi stand/wait is 93.09 EUR (107.92 USD) in Denmark and 36.23 EUR (42 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 61.1% lower in the United States.
Taxi 1km (Normal Tariff)
The fare for each kilometer traveled is 2.41 EUR (2.8 USD) in Denmark and 1.87 EUR (2.17 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 22.4% lower in the United States.
Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)
The initial fare during a taxi ride is 6.7 EUR (7.76 USD) in Denmark and 4.3 EUR (4.99 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 35.8% lower in the United States.
Sports & entertainment
Denmark vs. United States - costs related to entertainment and sports.
Cinema, International Release, 1 Seat
The ticket price for a foreign film in the cinema is 17.41 EUR (20.19 USD) in Denmark and 17.25 EUR (20 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 0.9% lower in the United States.
Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult
The monthly fee for entry to the fitness club is 47.77 EUR (55.38 USD) in Denmark and 136.08 EUR (157.77 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 64.9% lower in Denmark.
Tennis Court Rent (1 Hour on Weekend)
The cost of renting a tennis court for one hour on the weekend is 31.46 EUR (36.47 USD) in Denmark and 56.07 EUR (65 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 43.9% lower in Denmark.
Flats for rent
Denmark vs. United States - costs of renting an apartment. You would pay about 2.11 times less for renting an apartment in Denmark than in the United States.
Apartment (1 bedroom) in City Centre
For renting an apartment in the city center consisting of a living room and one bedroom, you will pay 1733 EUR (2009.38 USD) in Denmark and 3500 EUR (4057.67 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 50.5% lower in Denmark.
Apartment (1 bedroom) Outside of Centre
For renting an apartment outside the city center consisting of a living room and one bedroom, you will pay 1254 EUR (1453.46 USD) in Denmark and 2194 EUR (2543.17 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 42.8% lower in Denmark.
Apartment (3 bedrooms) in City Centre
For renting an apartment in the city center consisting of a living room and three bedrooms, you will pay 3035 EUR (3518.88 USD) in Denmark and 7091 EUR (8221.43 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 57.2% lower in Denmark.
Apartment (3 bedrooms) Outside of Centre
For renting an apartment outside the city center consisting of a living room and three bedrooms, you will pay 2170 EUR (2515.61 USD) in Denmark and 4508 EUR (5226.67 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 51.9% lower in Denmark.
Flats for sale
Denmark vs. United States - costs of purchasing an apartment. You would pay 1.84 times less for buying an apartment in Denmark than in the United States.
Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment in City Centre
For one square meter of an apartment in the city center you will pay 8154 EUR (9452.93 USD) in Denmark and 14970 EUR (17355.2 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 45.5% lower in Denmark.
Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment Outside of Centre
For one square meter of an apartment outside the city center, you will pay 5665 EUR (6568 USD) in Denmark and 10502 EUR (12176.1 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 46.1% lower in Denmark.
Salary
Denmark vs. United States - average salary. The average salary in Denmark is 1.12 times lower than in the United States.
Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)
The average monthly salary after taxes is 3968 EUR (4600.72 USD) in Denmark and 4438 EUR (5145.25 USD) in the United States. The average salary is 10.6% lower in Denmark.
Hotels
Denmark vs. United States - prices of accommodation in hostels, guesthouses, and hotels.
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Average accommodation prices based on Expedia.com data • Update: 15 Dec 2024 (1 night stay for 2 people on 29 Dec 2024) • Denmark: 17 cities, 173 hotels • United States: 20 cities, 3762 hotels