Cost of Living in Oslo, Norway

Oslo has a cost of living index of 87/100 (New York = 100). It is 13% cheaper than New York. Data sourced live via AI — updated regularly.

87/100
Cost Index
$4,838/mo
Median Income
88/100
Safety Index
temperate
Climate

Cost Breakdown by Category

HousingScore: 92/100
1-Bed Apartment (City Center)$1,520/month
1-Bed Apartment (Outside Center)$1,210/month
3-Bed Apartment (City Center)$2,430/month
Food & GroceriesScore: 78/100
Milk (1 liter)$2/liter
Bread (500g loaf)$3.5/loaf
Rice (1 kg)$3.2/kg
Dining OutScore: 75/100
Meal at Inexpensive Restaurant$20/meal
Meal for 2 (Mid-Range)$100/meal
McMeal at McDonald's$12/meal
TransportationScore: 72/100
Monthly Transit Pass$77/month
One-Way Ticket$3.6/trip
Taxi (1 km)$1.85/km
UtilitiesScore: 68/100
Basic (Elec, Heat, Water, Garbage) 85m2$200/month
Internet (60+ Mbps)$55/month
Mobile Plan (10GB+)$42/month
HealthcareScore: 75/100
Doctor Visit (15 min)$120/visit
Dentist Visit$140/visit
Prescription Medicine (avg)$22/course
EntertainmentScore: 68/100
Cinema Ticket (1 seat)$15/ticket
Theater Ticket$55/ticket
Museum Entry$18/ticket
FitnessScore: 70/100
Gym Membership (monthly)$60/month
Tennis Court Rent (1 hr)$28/hour
Swimming Pool (adult entry)$12/entry
Personal CareScore: 68/100
Haircut (Men)$28/cut
Haircut (Women)$55/cut
Shampoo (400ml)$8/bottle
ClothingScore: 72/100
Jeans (Levi's or similar)$85/pair
Summer Dress (Zara/H&M)$55/piece
Running Shoes (Nike/Adidas)$120/pair

Digital Nomad Profile

95 Mbps
Internet Speed
$350
Coworking/Month
excellent
Café WiFi
high
English Level
growing
Nomad Community
78/100
Walkability

Best neighborhoods: Grünerløkka, Frogner, St. Hanshaugen

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Oslo cheap to live in?

Oslo has a cost of living index of 87/100, where New York = 100. It is 13% cheaper than New York. A single person can live comfortably for approximately $1,740–$2,436 per month.

How much does rent cost in Oslo?

A 1-bedroom apartment in the city center of Oslo costs approximately $1,520/month. Outside the center, expect to pay around $1,210/month.

Is Oslo good for digital nomads?

Oslo has a growing digital nomad community. Average internet speed is 95 Mbps, café wifi reliability is excellent, and coworking spaces run about $350/month. English proficiency is high.

What is the average salary in Oslo?

The median net monthly salary in Oslo is approximately $4,838 USD. The income tax rate is around 28%.

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

Oslo (cost index 87) is 13% cheaper than New York (cost index 100). You could save roughly $325/month by moving from New York to Oslo.

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