Prices and Cost of Living in Denmark

Food and beverage prices in Denmark

Popular food products found on store shelves in Denmark include bananas, rice, bread, onions, eggs, tomatoes, cheese, beef and potatoes, among others. Prices for a kilo of these products range from 10.69 DKK (1.51 USD) for a kilo of onions to 113 DKK (15.98 USD) for a kilo of beef. The price of white rice is 17.61 DKK (2.49 USD) per kilo, while a loaf of fresh white bread costs 21.83 DKK (3.09 USD) per half kilo. Bananas cost 17.32 DKK (2.45 USD) per kilo, while apples cost 20.18 DKK (2.85 USD) per kilo.

Water, available in 1.5-liter bottles, costs 8.86 DKK (1.25 USD). Dairy prices in Denmark, on the other hand, are as follows: 1 liter of milk costs about 13.2 DKK (1.87 USD), and 1 kilogram of locally produced cheese is an expense of 86.5 DKK (12.24 USD). Chicken filet, which is a common ingredient in meat dishes, costs in the range of 79.56 DKK (11.25 USD) per kilo. Eggs (12 pieces per package) are an expense of about 33.07 DKK (4.68 USD), and the average price of tomatoes is 28.83 DKK (4.08 USD) per kilo.

What is the typical cost for an affordable meal?

Prices in restaurants in Denmark vary and depend on several factors, such as the type of restaurant, location and time of day. For instance, a Cappuccino typically costs around 41.54 DKK (5.88 USD), while a 0.33-liter bottle of Coca-Cola or Pepsi is priced at approximately 23.15 DKK (3.27 USD). At a fast-food restaurant such as McDonald's, you can expect to pay 85 DKK (12.02 USD) for a meal, whereas a meal for two at a mid-range restaurant could cost around 800 DKK (113 USD). Budget-friendly dining options are also available, with some restaurants offering meals for as little as 140 DKK (19.8 USD).

How much does transportation cost in Denmark?

The average expense of a one-way trip using local transportation stands at approximately 24 DKK (3.4 USD), while a monthly ticket for public transportation has an average cost of roughly 540 DKK (76.39 USD). Choosing to travel by taxi would entail an initial fee of 50 DKK (7.07 USD), along with a per-kilometer charge of 16 DKK (2.26 USD).

Fuel prices in Denmark

Average fuel prices in Denmark are 15.15 DKK (2.14 USD) per liter of gasoline and 13.69 DKK (1.94 USD) per liter of diesel.

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Denmark?

The cost of renting or buying an apartment in Denmark varies according to its location. On average, renting an apartment with one bedroom and a living room outside the city center costs approximately 9099 DKK (1287 USD) per month, while the same type of apartment in the city center can cost around 12578 DKK (1779 USD) per month. In comparison, the purchase price of an apartment in the city center is 55216 DKK (7811 USD) per square meter.