Bergen, Norway, Norway — cost of living
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Bergen, Norway

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Bergen, Norway

About Bergen, Norway

Costs exclude rent
Single / month
$1,170
Family of 4 / mo
$3,011
Avg salary (after tax)
$4,511

Bergen is a beautiful city in Norway , known for its stunning natural scenery and rich history. It is surrounded by mountains and fjords, making it a perfect place for outdoor activities like hiking and kayaking. The city is famous for its colorful wooden houses in the historic Bryggen area, which is a UNESCO World Heritage site.

Data aggregated from public cost-of-living sources. See About for methodology.Wikipedia · Wikipedia (CC BY-SA)· Updated May 22, 2026

Cost breakdown by category

Cost breakdown

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Fashion

  • Summer Dress from Chain Stores (e.g., Zara, H&M)USD $45.99
  • Midrange Nike Running ShoesUSD $116.98
  • Classic Jeans (e.g., Levi's 501)USD $86.98
  • Men's Dress ShoesUSD $155.98

Financial

  • Mortgage Interest Rate (20-Year Fixed)USD $0.19
  • Average Monthly Salary After TaxUSD $3,962

Food - Beverages

  • CappuccinoUSD $5.43
  • Soft Drinks (350 ml Bottle)USD $3.2
  • Bottled Water (350 ml)USD $2.94
  • Local Draft Beer (Pint)USD $12
  • Imported Beer (Small Bottle)USD $9.6

Food - Dining

  • Fast Food ComboUSD $14.4
  • Upscale Dinner for TwoUSD $95.99
  • Casual Dining ExperienceUSD $23.99

Food - Grocery

  • Bottled Water (1.5L)USD $2.3
  • Midrange Bottle of WineUSD $18
  • Marlboro (20-Pack)USD $16.8
  • White Rice (1 kg)USD $2.53
  • Milk (1 litre)USD $2.68
  • Fresh White Bread (1 kg)USD $7.51
  • Dozen EggsUSD $4.57
  • Local Cheese (1 kg)USD $14.23
  • Chicken Fillets (1 kg)USD $15.8
  • Beef Round (1 kg)USD $29.64
  • Apples (1 kg)USD $3.57
  • Bananas (1 kg)USD $2.68
  • Oranges (1 kg)USD $3.08
  • Tomatoes (1 kg)USD $4.3
  • Potatoes (1 kg)USD $2.89
  • Onions (1 kg)USD $2.24
  • Lettuce (1 Head)USD $3

Housing

  • Average Rent of 1-Bedroom Apartment Outside City CenterUSD $940.42
  • Average Rent of 3-Bedroom Apartment in City CenterUSD $2,091
  • Average Rent of 3-Bedroom Apartment Outside City CenterUSD $1,807
  • Average Cost per Square Foot for Apartments in City CenterUSD $692.53
  • Average Cost per Square Foot for Apartments Outside City CenterUSD $406.08
  • Average Rent of 1-Bedroom Apartment in City CenterUSD $1,247

Leisure

  • Monthly Fee for Fitness Club Membership (1 Adult)USD $50.66
  • Tennis Court Rental (1 Hour, Weekend)USD $32.84
  • Cinema Ticket (International Release)USD $15.6
  • Monthly Fee for Private Kindergarten (1 Child)USD $388.99
  • Yearly Cost for International Primary School (1 Child)USD $5,184

Transportation

  • 1 Hour Taxi WaitUSD $86.4
  • Average Price of a New Compact Hatchback CarUSD $37,197
  • Average Taxi Fare for 1 kmUSD $1.74
  • Average Rate to Start a Taxi RideUSD $10.79
  • Average Monthly Cost of Public Transport PassUSD $88.2
  • One-Way Local Transport FareUSD $4.8
  • Average Price of a New Sedan CarUSD $41,771

Utilities (Monthly)

  • Average Monthly Cost for Essential Utilities in a 915 sq. ft. ApartmentUSD $308.07
  • Internet Service (60 Mbps or More, Unlimited)USD $65.99

Costs reflect a typical lifestyle in each place, excluding rent unless stated. Numbers are a starting point — always cross-check before big decisions.

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How we calculate these numbers

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