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 28.02 DKK (3.75 EUR) for a kilo of onions to 162 DKK (21.68 EUR) for a kilo of beef. The price of white rice is 32.47 DKK (4.35 EUR) per kilo, while a loaf of fresh white bread costs 25.45 DKK (3.41 EUR) per half kilo. Bananas cost 30.92 DKK (4.14 EUR) per kilo, while apples cost 33.3 DKK (4.46 EUR) per kilo.

Water, available in 1.5-liter bottles, costs 20 DKK (2.68 EUR). Dairy prices in Greenland, on the other hand, are as follows: 1 liter of milk costs about 17.62 DKK (2.36 EUR), and 1 kilogram of locally produced cheese is an expense of 248 DKK (33.17 EUR). Chicken filet, which is a common ingredient in meat dishes, costs in the range of 177 DKK (23.68 EUR) per kilo. Eggs (12 pieces per package) are an expense of about 31.4 DKK (4.21 EUR), and the average price of tomatoes is 28.92 DKK (3.87 EUR) 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 39.92 DKK (5.35 EUR), while a 0.33-liter bottle of Coca-Cola or Pepsi is priced at approximately 15.66 DKK (2.1 EUR). At a fast-food restaurant such as McDonald's, you can expect to pay 100 DKK (13.44 EUR) for a meal, whereas a meal for two at a mid-range restaurant could cost around 700 DKK (93.75 EUR). Budget-friendly dining options are also available, with some restaurants offering meals for as little as 120 DKK (16.07 EUR).

How much does transportation cost in Greenland?

The average expense of a one-way trip using local transportation stands at approximately 21 DKK (2.81 EUR), while a monthly ticket for public transportation has an average cost of roughly 578 DKK (77.41 EUR). Choosing to travel by taxi would entail an initial fee of 22.5 DKK (3.01 EUR), along with a per-kilometer charge of 40 DKK (5.36 EUR).

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 5492 DKK (736 EUR) per month, while the same type of apartment in the city center can cost around 5485 DKK (735 EUR) per month. In comparison, the purchase price of an apartment in the city center is 23500 DKK (3147 EUR) per square meter.