What are the prices in Norway?Wondering how much dinner costs?What is the cost of accommodation?How much money do I need for shopping in a supermarket in Norway?
Roger Phillips recently visited Norway and prepared this article about prices in Norway.Find out about average prices in Norway, including food prices, restaurants, beer, accommodation, transportation and more.
What currency is used in Norway?
Here is information about currency:
The currency of Norway is Norwegian Krone (NOK).1kr (Krone) is divided into 100 øre.There are 4 different coins: kr1, kr5, kr10, kr20.There are 5 different bank notes with the following values: kr50, kr100, kr200, kr500, kr1000.To avoid unexpected risks of receiving fake money, we reccommend checking the currency when trading.Be especially careful with those banknotes: kr1000, kr500.The current exchange rate of Norwegian Krone (NOK) is: $1 USD = 11 NOK. (Data updated: today)
- For 1$ United States dollar (USD) you can get: 10.81NOK Norwegian Krone (NOK)
- For 1€ Euro you can get: 11.65NOK Norwegian Krone (NOK)
- For 1£ British Pound (GBP) you can get: 13.59NOK Norwegian Krone (NOK)
- For 1₽ Russian ruble (RUB) you can get: 0.12NOK Norwegian Krone (NOK)
Is Norway an expensive country?
Average prices in Norway are higher than in United States.If you do your shopping in Norway you have to pay 1.16 times more for it than in United States.The average accommodation cost in Norway range from: 82USD (883NOK) in hostel to 101USD (1,000NOK) in 3 star hotel.Price per night in a luxury hotel in Norway is about 203USD (2,100NOK).
Using public transport in Norway comes at a cost of: 3.70USD (40NOK) for a one-way ticket.The price for renting a car in Norway (e.g. Volkswagen Golf or Toyota Corolla) to 31,000USD (341,000NOK).If you prefer taxi, remember that the price of a taxi in Norway depends on several factors.Taxi starting price is about: 9.30USD (100NOK).For 1 km ride in Norway you have to pay about: 1.40USD (15NOK).
See also how prices have changed in previous years: Price changes in previous years in Norway
Norway Prices 2020
Cost of living in Norway is:
- 1.21 times higher than in Jacksonville
- 1.21 times higher than in Houston
- 1.16 times higher than in Oklahoma City
- 1.19 times lower than in New York City
Is food expensive in Norway?
Food prices in supermarkets are higher than in United States.For example, in Norway you have to pay for:
- Bottle or carton of milk (1 liter): 1.80USD (20NOK)
- Popular yellow cheese (1 kg): 10USD (112NOK)
- A bottle of beer from a known brand: 3.90USD (42NOK)
- A sausage or cold cuts (1 kg): 17USD (185NOK)
- A mid-range wine (one bottle): 14USD (150NOK)
How much money do I need for a week's stay in Norway?
If you want to spend a week in Norway the cost of your stay will be:
- 1,000USD (11,000NOK) - a cheap stay for 7 days in Norway
- 1,100USD (12,000NOK) - a budget travel for 7 days in Norway
- 1,600USD (17,000NOK) for a one week of comfortable stay in Norway
- 3,500USD (38,000NOK) for a week of luxury holidays in Norway
What is a cost of meals (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner) in Norway? What is the average cost of lunch in Norway?
In Norway, a typical fast food meal costs: 11USD (120NOK) for a McMeal at McDonalds or BurgerKing (or similar combo meal), and 3.30USD (36NOK) for a cheeseburger.For coffee lovers: cappuccino coffee 4.10USD (44NOK) and espresso 2.90USD (31NOK).
More information about meals budget you can find in our: Travel cost guide.
How much do cigarettes cost in Norway?
Cigarettes are more expensive in Norway than in United States.Average cost of a pack of local cigarettes is 11USD (116NOK).For more famous brands such: Dunhill, L&M, Lucky Strike you have to pay about 13USD (145NOK).
Bellow you can find information about food and beverages prices in supermarkets and groceries.You can read also about prices in hotels, cafes and restaurants in Norway.
Average prices in restaurants and pubs, transportation, taxi, groceries, salaries, food, hotels and rentals in Norway.
Currency: Norwegian Krone
How much is a hotel in Norway?
Average hotel price in Norway is 1.51 times bigger than average price in United States
Top luxury hotels in Norway
| Average hotel price in Norway is: | 1,431 NOK | 132 USD | 123 EURO | 12,210 RUB |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hostels prices in Norway are around: | 883 NOK | 82 USD | 76 EURO | 7,540 RUB |
| Price of 1 star hotel in Norway is around: | 608 NOK | 56 USD | 52 EURO | 5,185 RUB |
| Price of 2 star hotel in Norway is around: | 742 NOK | 69 USD | 64 EURO | 6,329 RUB |
| Price of 3 star hotel in Norway is around: | 1,093 NOK | 101 USD | 94 EURO | 9,327 RUB |
| Price of 4 star hotel in Norway is around: | 1,384 NOK | 128 USD | 119 EURO | 11,815 RUB |
| Price of 5 star hotel in Norway is around: | 2,193 NOK | 203 USD | 188 EURO | 18,716 RUB |
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How much does it cost to rent a car in Norway?
Car rental average prices in Norway
| Car | Price |
|---|---|
| Average price | 176USD (1,900NOK) |
| Car Mini | 101USD (1,000NOK) |
| Economy car | 106USD (1,100NOK) |
| Compact car | 135USD (1,400NOK) |
| SUV | 187USD (2,000NOK) |
| Passenger Van | 394USD (4,200NOK) |
Is food expensive in Norway? How much does an inexpensive meal cost in Norway?
Prices in restaurants in Norway.
| Meal in a cheap restaurant | 200 NOK (123-350) | 19 USD (11-32) | 17 EUR (11-30) |
| Meal for 2 People, Mid-range Restaurant, Three-course | 936 NOK (650-1,500) | 87 USD (60-139) | 80 EUR (56-129) |
| McMeal at McDonalds (or Equivalent Combo Meal) | 120 NOK (110-150) | 11 USD (10-14) | 10 EUR (9.40-13) |
| Domestic Beer (0.5 liter draught) | 95 NOK (70-120) | 8.80 USD (6.50-11) | 8.20 EUR (6.00-10) |
| Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle) | 90 NOK (72-120) | 8.30 USD (6.70-11) | 7.70 EUR (6.20-10) |
| co*ke/Pepsi (0.33 liter bottle) | 31 NOK (21-49) | 2.90 USD (1.90-4.50) | 2.70 EUR (1.80-4.20) |
| Water (0.33 liter bottle) | 27 NOK (20-40) | 2.50 USD (1.90-3.70) | 2.30 EUR (1.70-3.40) |
| Cappuccino (regular) | 44 NOK (28-60) | 4.10 USD (2.60-5.60) | 3.80 EUR (2.40-5.20) |
| Espresso Coffee | 31 NOK (20-42) | 2.90 USD (1.80-3.90) | 2.60 EUR (1.70-3.60) |
| Cheeseburger (fastfood) | 36 NOK (33-45) | 3.30 USD (3.10-4.20) | 3.10 EUR (2.80-3.90) |
Can you eat cheaply in Norway?
How much should you pay for cheese, eggs, milk or oranges in Norway?
Prices in supermarkets in Norway.
| Milk (regular), (1 liter) | 20 NOK (16-25) | 1.80 USD (1.50-2.30) | 1.70 EUR (1.40-2.10) |
| A loaf of fresh white bread (500g) | 30 NOK (14-45) | 2.70 USD (1.30-4.20) | 2.50 EUR (1.20-3.90) |
| Eggs (regular) (12) | 38 NOK (23-52) | 3.50 USD (2.10-4.80) | 3.30 EUR (1.90-4.50) |
| Local Cheese (1kg) | 112 NOK (80-220) | 10 USD (7.40-20) | 9.60 EUR (6.90-19) |
| Water (1.5 liter bottle) | 21 NOK (7.00-33) | 1.90 USD (0.65-3.10) | 1.80 EUR (0.60-2.80) |
| A bottle of wine (Mid-Range) | 150 NOK (100-250) | 14 USD (9.30-23) | 13 EUR (8.60-21) |
| Domestic Beer (0.5 liter bottle) | 32 NOK (25-45) | 3.00 USD (2.30-4.20) | 2.80 EUR (2.10-3.90) |
| Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle) | 42 NOK (30-65) | 3.90 USD (2.80-6.00) | 3.60 EUR (2.60-5.60) |
| Pack of Cigarettes (Marlboro) | 145 NOK (130-155) | 13 USD (12-14) | 12 EUR (11-13) |
| Chicken breasts (skinless and boneless) - (1kg) | 133 NOK (69-181) | 12 USD (6.40-17) | 11 EUR (5.90-16) |
| Apples (1kg) | 29 NOK (15-40) | 2.70 USD (1.40-3.70) | 2.50 EUR (1.30-3.40) |
| Oranges (1kg) | 29 NOK (15-50) | 2.70 USD (1.40-4.60) | 2.50 EUR (1.30-4.30) |
| Potatoes (1kg) | 20 NOK (10.00-35) | 1.90 USD (0.93-3.20) | 1.80 EUR (0.86-3.00) |
| Lettuce (1 head) | 24 NOK (16-31) | 2.20 USD (1.40-2.90) | 2.10 EUR (1.30-2.70) |
| Rice (white) (1kg) | 29 NOK (15-50) | 2.60 USD (1.40-4.60) | 2.40 EUR (1.30-4.30) |
| Tomato (1kg) | 37 NOK (18-50) | 3.40 USD (1.70-4.60) | 3.10 EUR (1.50-4.30) |
| Bananas (1kg) | 22 NOK (15-40) | 2.10 USD (1.40-3.70) | 1.90 EUR (1.30-3.40) |
| Onions (1kg) | 22 NOK (15-40) | 2.10 USD (1.40-3.70) | 1.90 EUR (1.30-3.40) |
| Beef Round (1kg) (or Equivalent Back Leg Red Meat) | 288 NOK (140-400) | 27 USD (13-37) | 25 EUR (12-34) |
| Pears (1kg) | 35 NOK (18-48) | 3.20 USD (1.70-4.40) | 3.00 EUR (1.50-4.10) |
| Cucumber (1kg) | 20 NOK (9.90-28) | 1.90 USD (0.92-2.50) | 1.70 EUR (0.85-2.40) |
| Perrier Water (small bottle 0,33l) | 32 NOK (11-50) | 2.90 USD (0.98-4.60) | 2.70 EUR (0.91-4.30) |
| Sausages (1kg) | 185 NOK (96-252) | 17 USD (8.90-23) | 16 EUR (8.20-22) |
| Cottage cheese (1kg) | 97 NOK (70-191) | 9.00 USD (6.40-18) | 8.30 EUR (6.00-16) |
| Whisky | 477 NOK | 44 USD | 41 EUR |
| Rum | 452 NOK | 42 USD | 39 EUR |
| Vodka | 399 NOK | 37 USD | 34 EUR |
| Gin | 440 NOK | 41 USD | 38 EUR |
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How much do you have to pay for a fuel or a taxi in Norway?
Prices of Transportation and fuel in Norway.
| One-way Ticket (Local Transport) | 40 NOK (35-50) | 3.70 USD (3.20-4.60) | 3.40 EUR (3.00-4.30) |
| Monthly Pass (Regular Price) | 770 NOK (500-900) | 71 USD (46-83) | 66 EUR (43-77) |
| Gasoline (1 liter) | 21 NOK (19-25) | 1.90 USD (1.80-2.30) | 1.80 EUR (1.60-2.10) |
| Volkswagen Golf 1.4 90 KW Trendline (Or Equivalent New Car) | 350,000 NOK (311,000-400,000) | 32,000 USD (28,000-37,000) | 30,000 EUR (26,000-34,000) |
| Toyota Corolla 1.6l 97kW Comfort (Or Equivalent New Car) | 341,000 NOK (310,000-400,000) | 31,000 USD (28,000-37,000) | 29,000 EUR (26,000-34,000) |
| Taxi starting price (normal tariff) | 100 NOK (66-165) | 9.30 USD (6.10-15) | 8.60 EUR (5.70-14) |
| Taxi 1km (Normal Tariff) | 15 NOK (11-28) | 1.40 USD (1.00-2.60) | 1.30 EUR (0.94-2.40) |
| Taxi 1 hour waiting (normal tariff) | 553 NOK (420-1,000) | 51 USD (39-93) | 47 EUR (36-86) |
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Is it expensive to live in Norway?
Rent Prices Per Month in Norway.
| Apartment (1 bedroom) in City Centre | 11,000 NOK (8,000-15,000) | 1,000 USD (740-1,300) | 945 EUR (687-1,200) |
| Apartment (1 bedroom) Outside of Centre | 8,800 NOK (6,500-13,000) | 823 USD (601-1,200) | 763 EUR (558-1,100) |
| Apartment (3 bedrooms) in City Centre | 19,000 NOK (14,000-25,000) | 1,700 USD (1,200-2,300) | 1,600 EUR (1,200-2,100) |
| Apartment (3 bedrooms) Outside of Centre | 14,000 NOK (11,000-20,000) | 1,300 USD (1,000-1,800) | 1,200 EUR (944-1,700) |
Prices of Utilities (Monthly) in Norway.
| Charges (electricity, heating, water, garbage) for an 85m2 apartment | 2,000 NOK (1,200-3,700) | 194 USD (111-342) | 180 EUR (103-318) |
| 1 min. of prepaid mobile local tariff (No discounts or plans) | 1.10 NOK (0.45-2.00) | 0.10 USD (0.04-0.19) | 0.10 EUR (0.04-0.17) |
| Internet (60 Mbps or More, Unlimited Data, Cable/ADSL) | 534 NOK (350-820) | 49 USD (32-76) | 46 EUR (30-70) |
Prices of Sports And Leisure in Norway. How much does a cinema ticket cost in Norway?
| Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult | 422 NOK (275-600) | 39 USD (25-56) | 36 EUR (24-52) |
| Tennis court rent (1 hour during a weekend) | 303 NOK (200-499) | 28 USD (19-46) | 26 EUR (17-43) |
| Cinema, International Release, 1 Seat | 140 NOK (120-185) | 13 USD (11-17) | 12 EUR (10-16) |
Prices of Clothing And Shoes in Norway.
| 1 Pair of Jeans (Levis 501 Or Similar) | 856 NOK (500-1,200) | 79 USD (46-111) | 74 EUR (43-103) |
| 1 Summer Dress in a Chain Store (Zara, H&M,...) | 404 NOK (249-800) | 37 USD (23-74) | 35 EUR (21-69) |
| 1 Pair of Nike Running Shoes (Mid-Range) | 1,000 NOK (600-1,500) | 94 USD (56-139) | 87 EUR (52-129) |
| 1 Pair of Men Leather Business Shoes | 1,200 NOK (610-1,900) | 117 USD (56-176) | 108 EUR (52-163) |
Childcare prices in Norway.
| Preschool (or Kindergarten), Private, Monthly for 1 Child | 3,200 NOK (3,000-3,900) | 301 USD (278-361) | 279 EUR (258-335) |
| International Primary School, Yearly for 1 Child | 51,000 NOK (30,000-125,000) | 4,800 USD (2,700-11,000) | 4,400 EUR (2,500-10,000) |
Apartment Price in Norway. How much does a flat in Norway cost?
| Price per square meter for an apartment in city centre | 68,000 NOK (39,000-100,000) | 6,300 USD (3,600-9,200) | 5,800 EUR (3,400-8,500) |
| Price per square meter for an apartment outside of city centre | 47,000 NOK (25,000-80,000) | 4,400 USD (2,300-7,400) | 4,000 EUR (2,100-6,800) |
What salary do you need to live in Norway?
Salaries And Financing in Norway.
| Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax) | 34,000 NOK | 3,200 USD | 2,900 EUR | |
| Mortgage Interest Rate in Percentages (%), Yearly | 2.94% (1.97% - 4.50%) | - | - | - |
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Price changes in previous years in Norway
I like to have a snack while sightseeing. Have the prices of hamburgers and fries increased in recent years in Norway?
The price of a burger with fries and Coca-Cola or Pepsi in a fast food bar has changed in recent years: 2010: NOK90, 2011: NOK90, 2012: NOK95, 2013: NOK95, 2014: NOK100, 2015: NOK100, 2016: NOK100, 2017: NOK100, 2018: NOK110, 2019: NOK110, 2020: NOK110
What about vegetable prices in Norway? Are they higher than a few years ago?
We can compare vegetable prices in previous years on the example of tomatoes: 2012: NOK24, 2013: NOK27, 2014: NOK28, 2015: NOK30, 2016: NOK30, 2017: NOK31, 2018: NOK32, 2019: NOK33, 2020: NOK35
Will we pay much more for dairy and milk products in Norway compared to previous years?
To estimate the evolution of milk product prices, it is best to look at how milk prices have changed: 2010: NOK14, 2011: NOK14, 2012: NOK15, 2013: NOK14, 2014: NOK15, 2015: NOK16, 2016: NOK17, 2017: NOK17, 2018: NOK18
I like fruit very much and I would like to know if fruit has become cheaper in Norway in recent years?
Changes in fruit prices can be seen on the example of apple prices: 2011: NOK24, 2012: NOK22, 2013: NOK22, 2014: NOK23, 2015: NOK25, 2016: NOK24, 2017: NOK24, 2018: NOK28, 2019: NOK28, 2020: NOK30
Are sports articles and clothing more expensive in Norway than before? How about the prices of sports shoes?
Prices of sports shoes have changed recently: 2010: NOK790, 2011: NOK770, 2012: NOK930, 2013: NOK960, 2014: NOK970, 2015: NOK910, 2016: NOK920, 2017: NOK940, 2018: NOK950, 2019: NOK960, 2020: NOK970
Have the prices of renting apartments increased significantly in Norway?
Rental prices in the city center in recent years have been as follows: 2010: NOK14,000, 2011: NOK16,000, 2012: NOK16,000, 2013: NOK18,000, 2014: NOK17,000, 2015: NOK17,000, 2016: NOK17,000, 2017: NOK17,000, 2018: NOK18,000.
Prices in Norway. Historic data last years
Average fuel price in Norway is 3.10 times bigger than average price in United States (fuel prices in Norway for 1 liter = 0.264 gallons)
| Petrol price in Norway is around | 2.90 USD | 2.70 EURO |
| Diesel fuel price in Norway is around | 2.70 USD | 2.50 EURO |
Bus tickets, subway, taxi
Average transport price in Norway is 1.98 times bigger than average price in United States
| Local transport. One-way ticket prices in Norway is around: | 5.50 USD | 5.10 EURO |
| Local transport. Monthly pass in Norway is around: | 105 USD | 98 EURO |
| Taxi starting price in Norway is around: | 12 USD | 11 EURO |
| Taxi – fare for 1km in Norway is around: | 2.30 USD | 2.20 EURO |
| Taxi – waiting time (1 hour) in Norway is around: | 75 USD | 69 EURO |
Meal price in a restaurant
Average price of a meal in a restaurant in Norway is 2.74 times bigger than average price in United States
| Budget restaurant (price per 1 person) in Norway is around: | 25 USD | 23 EURO |
| Mid-range restaurant (meal for 2 people) in Norway is around: | 134 USD | 124 EURO |
| Fast Food combo in Norway is around: | 16 USD | 15 EURO |
| Price of a cheeseburger in Norway is around: | 4.80 USD | 4.50 EURO |
| Price of french fries in Norway is around: | 4.50 USD | 4.20 EURO |
| Price of a cappuccino in Norway is around: | 5.80 USD | 5.40 EURO |
| Price of a Coca-Cola or Pepsi (0,5L) in Norway is around: | 2.20 USD | 2.00 EURO |
Food prices
Average food prices in Norway are 1.72 times bigger than average price in United States
| Price of a local beer (0.3 liter bottle) in Norway is around: | 3.70 USD | 3.50 EURO |
| Price of a local beer (0,5 liter bottle) in Norway is around: | 4.70 USD | 4.30 EURO |
| Price of an imported beer (0,3 liter bottle) in Norway is around: | 5.20 USD | 4.90 EURO |
| Price of an imported beer (0,5 liter bottle) in Norway is around: | 12 USD | 11 EURO |
| Price of table wine in Norway is around: | 20 USD | 19 EURO |
| Price of cigarettes in Norway is around: | 15 USD | 14 EURO |
| Price of a Cola/Pepsi (0.33 liter bottle) in Norway is around: | 4.10 USD | 3.80 EURO |
| Price of Perrier water (0.33 liter bottle) in Norway is around: | 3.70 USD | 3.50 EURO |
| Price of water (1.5 liter bottle) in Norway is around: | 3.40 USD | 3.20 EURO |
| Price of milk (1 liter bottle) in Norway is around: | 2.50 USD | 2.30 EURO |
| Price of bread (0,5 kg) in Norway is around: | 4.00 USD | 3.70 EURO |
| Price of eggs (10 pieces) in Norway is around: | 4.40 USD | 4.10 EURO |
| Price of cheese (1kg) in Norway is around: | 14 USD | 13 EURO |
| Price of cottage cheese price in Norway is around: | 1.20 USD | 1.20 EURO |
| Price of a sausage (1kg) in Norway is around: | 26 USD | 24 EURO |
| Price of a chicken (1kg) in Norway is around: | 19 USD | 17 EURO |
| Price of apples (1kg) in Norway is around: | 3.70 USD | 3.50 EURO |
| Price of pears (1kg) in Norway is around: | 4.40 USD | 4.10 EURO |
| Price of a oranges (1kg) in Norway is around: | 3.60 USD | 3.30 EURO |
| Price of potatoes (1kg) in Norway is around: | 2.30 USD | 2.20 EURO |
| Price of a lettuce in Norway is around: | 2.80 USD | 2.60 EURO |
| Price of white rice (1kg) in Norway is around: | 3.60 USD | 3.30 EURO |
| Price of tomatoes (1Kg) in Norway is around: | 4.40 USD | 4.10 EURO |
| Price of a cucumbers (1kg) in Norway is around: | 2.50 USD | 2.30 EURO |
