Prices and Cost of Living in Norway

Food and beverage prices in Norway

Popular food products found on store shelves in Norway include bananas, rice, bread, onions, eggs, tomatoes, cheese, beef and potatoes, among others. Prices for a kilo of these products range from 26.51 NOK (2.23 EUR) for a kilo of onions to 308 NOK (25.91 EUR) for a kilo of beef. The price of white rice is 35.34 NOK (2.97 EUR) per kilo, while a loaf of fresh white bread costs 39.29 NOK (3.3 EUR) per half kilo. Bananas cost 25.63 NOK (2.15 EUR) per kilo, while apples cost 34.75 NOK (2.92 EUR) per kilo.

Water, available in 1.5-liter bottles, costs 23.52 NOK (1.98 EUR). Dairy prices in Norway, on the other hand, are as follows: 1 liter of milk costs about 23 NOK (1.93 EUR), and 1 kilogram of locally produced cheese is an expense of 136 NOK (11.47 EUR). Chicken filet, which is a common ingredient in meat dishes, costs in the range of 161 NOK (13.54 EUR) per kilo. Eggs (12 pieces per package) are an expense of about 49.47 NOK (4.16 EUR), and the average price of tomatoes is 50.4 NOK (4.24 EUR) per kilo.

What is the typical cost for an affordable meal?

Prices in restaurants in Norway vary and depend on several factors, such as the type of restaurant, location and time of day. For instance, a Cappuccino typically costs around 49.54 NOK (4.17 EUR), while a 0.33-liter bottle of Coca-Cola or Pepsi is priced at approximately 41.96 NOK (3.53 EUR). At a fast-food restaurant such as McDonald's, you can expect to pay 150 NOK (12.61 EUR) for a meal, whereas a meal for two at a mid-range restaurant could cost around 1200 NOK (101 EUR). Budget-friendly dining options are also available, with some restaurants offering meals for as little as 250 NOK (21.02 EUR).

How much does transportation cost in Norway?

The average expense of a one-way trip using local transportation stands at approximately 44 NOK (3.7 EUR), while a monthly ticket for public transportation has an average cost of roughly 778 NOK (65.41 EUR). Choosing to travel by taxi would entail an initial fee of 100 NOK (8.41 EUR), along with a per-kilometer charge of 16 NOK (1.35 EUR).

Fuel prices in Norway

Average fuel prices in Norway are 20.47 NOK (1.72 EUR) per liter of gasoline and 19.5 NOK (1.64 EUR) per liter of diesel.

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

The cost of renting or buying an apartment in Norway varies according to its location. On average, renting an apartment with one bedroom and a living room outside the city center costs approximately 14184 NOK (1193 EUR) per month, while the same type of apartment in the city center can cost around 16948 NOK (1425 EUR) per month. In comparison, the purchase price of an apartment in the city center is 103958 NOK (8740 EUR) per square meter.