🇳🇴 Cost of Living in Oslo
How much you'll actually spend — not what travel blogs tell you
Monthly budget · Single · city center
$3,375/mo
Just you and your questionable life decisions
The real monthly damage
Rent — the biggest line item
Source: Numbeo. Prices in USD unless toggled.
Grocery prices — the supermarket reality check
Eating out — because you won't cook every night
Getting around — or trying to
30-day trial run
What a month-long scouting trip costs before you commit to anything permanent.
Oslo vs. similar cities
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to live in Oslo?▼
A single person can expect to spend about $3,375/month in Oslo, including rent in the city center, groceries, transport, and utilities. Couples need roughly $4,300/month.
What is the average salary in Oslo?▼
The average monthly net salary (after tax) in Oslo is about $4,399, according to Numbeo data.
Is Oslo expensive compared to other cities?▼
Compared to similar cities: Cork ($3,031/mo), Copenhagen ($3,034/mo), Bern ($3,265/mo), Basel ($3,535/mo), Brighton ($3,046/mo). Oslo comes in at $3,375/mo for a single person.
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Cost data sourced from Numbeo. Updated periodically.