Haugesund, Norway

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Norway

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About Haugesund, Norway

Costs exclude rent

Single / month

$987

Family of 4 / mo

$2,541

Avg salary (after tax)

$4,498

Haugesund is a charming town in Norway , located on the west coast between Bergen and Stavanger. Known for its beautiful waterfront and rich history, Haugesund is often called the "Home of the Vikings." Visitors can explore the Viking Burial Mounds and learn about the town's past at the Haugesund Museum. The town also hosts a popular film festival each year, attracting movie lovers from all over.

Data aggregated from public cost-of-living sources. See About for methodology.· Wikipedia · Haugesund· Updated May 22, 2026

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Fashion

Summer Dress from Chain Stores (e.g., Zara, H&M)USD $48.99
Classic Jeans (e.g., Levi's 501)USD $101.12
Men's Dress ShoesUSD $159.38
Midrange Nike Running ShoesUSD $95.98

Financial

Average Monthly Salary After TaxUSD $3,951
Mortgage Interest Rate (20-Year Fixed)USD $0.19

Food - Beverages

Bottled Water (350 ml)USD $3.28
CappuccinoUSD $5
Imported Beer (Small Bottle)USD $9.91
Local Draft Beer (Pint)USD $10.2
Soft Drinks (350 ml Bottle)USD $3.95

Food - Dining

Casual Dining ExperienceUSD $18
Upscale Dinner for TwoUSD $95.99
Fast Food ComboUSD $14.28

Food - Grocery

Apples (1 kg)USD $2.92
Bananas (1 kg)USD $2.35
Oranges (1 kg)USD $3.18
Tomatoes (1 kg)USD $3.1
Potatoes (1 kg)USD $2.11
Onions (1 kg)USD $2.42
Lettuce (1 Head)USD $2.45
Bottled Water (1.5L)USD $2.03
Midrange Bottle of WineUSD $16.8
Marlboro (20-Pack)USD $15.27
Beef Round (1 kg)USD $32.11
Chicken Fillets (1 kg)USD $14.52
Local Cheese (1 kg)USD $12.49
Dozen EggsUSD $4.13
White Rice (1 kg)USD $2.22
Fresh White Bread (1 kg)USD $5.37
Milk (1 litre)USD $2.58

Housing

Average Cost per Square Foot for Apartments Outside City CenterUSD $248.75
Average Rent of 1-Bedroom Apartment in City CenterUSD $839.93
Average Rent of 1-Bedroom Apartment Outside City CenterUSD $659.95
Average Rent of 3-Bedroom Apartment in City CenterUSD $1,560
Average Rent of 3-Bedroom Apartment Outside City CenterUSD $1,290
Average Cost per Square Foot for Apartments in City CenterUSD $268.43

Leisure

Monthly Fee for Fitness Club Membership (1 Adult)USD $49.75
Tennis Court Rental (1 Hour, Weekend)USD $33.99
Cinema Ticket (International Release)USD $14.4
Monthly Fee for Private Kindergarten (1 Child)USD $364.76
Yearly Cost for International Primary School (1 Child)USD $3,252

Transportation

Average Monthly Cost of Public Transport PassUSD $45
Average Price of a New Sedan CarUSD $39,453
Average Price of a New Compact Hatchback CarUSD $44,972
1 Hour Taxi WaitUSD $71.99
Average Taxi Fare for 1 kmUSD $3.86
Average Rate to Start a Taxi RideUSD $11.4
One-Way Local Transport FareUSD $1.2

Utilities (Monthly)

Internet Service (60 Mbps or More, Unlimited)USD $65.48
Average Monthly Cost for Essential Utilities in a 915 sq. ft. ApartmentUSD $183.77