Prices and Cost of Living in Greenland

Food and beverage prices in Greenland

Popular food products found on store shelves in Greenland include bananas, rice, bread, onions, eggs, tomatoes, cheese, beef and potatoes, among others. Prices for a kilo of these products range from 26.93 DKK (3.77 USD) for a kilo of onions to 206 DKK (28.84 USD) for a kilo of beef. The price of white rice is 41.38 DKK (5.79 USD) per kilo, while a loaf of fresh white bread costs 22.36 DKK (3.13 USD) per half kilo. Bananas cost 29 DKK (4.06 USD) per kilo, while apples cost 35.52 DKK (4.97 USD) per kilo.

Water, available in 1.5-liter bottles, costs 15 DKK (2.1 USD). Dairy prices in Greenland, on the other hand, are as follows: 1 liter of milk costs about 19.33 DKK (2.7 USD), and 1 kilogram of locally produced cheese is an expense of 146 DKK (20.43 USD). Chicken filet, which is a common ingredient in meat dishes, costs in the range of 125 DKK (17.46 USD) per kilo. Eggs (12 pieces per package) are an expense of about 25.75 DKK (3.6 USD), and the average price of tomatoes is 27.81 DKK (3.89 USD) per kilo.

What is the typical cost for an affordable meal?

Prices in restaurants in Greenland vary and depend on several factors, such as the type of restaurant, location and time of day. For instance, a Cappuccino typically costs around 37.53 DKK (5.25 USD), while a 0.33-liter bottle of Coca-Cola or Pepsi is priced at approximately 15.92 DKK (2.23 USD). At a fast-food restaurant such as McDonald's, you can expect to pay 103 DKK (14.42 USD) for a meal, whereas a meal for two at a mid-range restaurant could cost around 512 DKK (71.53 USD). Budget-friendly dining options are also available, with some restaurants offering meals for as little as 119 DKK (16.64 USD).

How much does transportation cost in Greenland?

The average expense of a one-way trip using local transportation stands at approximately 21 DKK (2.94 USD), while a monthly ticket for public transportation has an average cost of roughly 578 DKK (80.82 USD). Choosing to travel by taxi would entail an initial fee of 22.5 DKK (3.15 USD), along with a per-kilometer charge of 39 DKK (5.45 USD).

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

The cost of renting or buying an apartment in Greenland varies according to its location. On average, renting an apartment with one bedroom and a living room outside the city center costs approximately 5097 DKK (713 USD) per month, while the same type of apartment in the city center can cost around 5701 DKK (797 USD) per month. In comparison, the purchase price of an apartment in the city center is 20805 DKK (2909 USD) per square meter.