Cost of Living in Copenhagen, Denmark

Copenhagen has a cost of living index of 89/100 (New York = 100). It is 11% cheaper than New York. Data sourced live via AI — updated regularly.

89/100
Cost Index
$5,800/mo
Median Income
85/100
Safety Index
temperate oceanic
Climate

Cost Breakdown by Category

HousingScore: 85/100
1-Bed Apartment (City Center)$1,863/month
1-Bed Apartment (Outside Center)$1,275/month
3-Bed Apartment (City Center)$2,641/month
Food & GroceriesScore: 75/100
Milk (1 liter)$1.62/liter
Bread (500g loaf)$2.91/loaf
Rice (1 kg)$3.56/kg
Dining OutScore: 75/100
Meal at Inexpensive Restaurant$21/meal
Meal for 2 (Mid-Range)$126/meal
McMeal at McDonald's$12.65/meal
TransportationScore: 60/100
Monthly Transit Pass$131/month
One-Way Ticket$3.79/trip
Taxi (1 km)$2.22/km
UtilitiesScore: 70/100
Basic (Elec, Heat, Water, Garbage) 85m2$207/month
Internet (60+ Mbps)$36/month
Mobile Plan (10GB+)$20/month
HealthcareScore: 75/100
Doctor Visit (15 min)$113/visit
Dentist Visit$150/visit
Prescription Medicine (avg)$22/course
EntertainmentScore: 70/100
Cinema Ticket (1 seat)$15.28/ticket
Theater Ticket$55/ticket
Museum Entry$18/ticket
FitnessScore: 70/100
Gym Membership (monthly)$60/month
Tennis Court Rent (1 hr)$30/hour
Swimming Pool (adult entry)$12/entry
Personal CareScore: 70/100
Haircut (Men)$30/cut
Haircut (Women)$60/cut
Shampoo (400ml)$8/bottle
ClothingScore: 65/100
Jeans (Levi's or similar)$90/pair
Summer Dress (Zara/H&M)$55/piece
Running Shoes (Nike/Adidas)$125/pair

Digital Nomad Profile

95 Mbps
Internet Speed
$250
Coworking/Month
excellent
Café WiFi
high
English Level
large
Nomad Community
92/100
Walkability

Best neighborhoods: Nørrebro, Vesterbro, Indre By

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Copenhagen cheap to live in?

Copenhagen has a cost of living index of 89/100, where New York = 100. It is 11% cheaper than New York. A single person can live comfortably for approximately $1,780–$2,492 per month.

How much does rent cost in Copenhagen?

A 1-bedroom apartment in the city center of Copenhagen costs approximately $1,863/month. Outside the center, expect to pay around $1,275/month.

Is Copenhagen good for digital nomads?

Copenhagen has a large digital nomad community. Average internet speed is 95 Mbps, café wifi reliability is excellent, and coworking spaces run about $250/month. English proficiency is high.

What is the average salary in Copenhagen?

The median net monthly salary in Copenhagen is approximately $5,800 USD. The income tax rate is around 37%.

How does Copenhagen compare to New York for cost of living?

Copenhagen (cost index 89) is 11% cheaper than New York (cost index 100). You could save roughly $275/month by moving from New York to Copenhagen.

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