Cost of Living in Norway

Norway has one of the highest levels of income in the world. However, the cost of living is also significantly higher than in many other places. Attending a university in Norway involves living costs comprised of accommodation, books and other studying supplies, food and utilities. Although living costs may be above average European countries, they are still some of the best for a Nordic country. You will need a minimum of approximately (EUR)€500 to (EUR)€850 per month in order to cover basic expenses.

Types of Accommodation:

Home-stays:

Many Danes rent out extra rooms for visitors or international students to stay. Just go to the tourist visitor information office for renting a room. The rates will vary and you will have to pay a booking fee to the tourist information office. Each home will be different, so you may wish to try a couple of them. Some will provide breakfast and some provide dinner too.

Bed and Breakfast:

Bed & Breakfast, which are homes that have been turned into mini-hotels. The typical B & B has about 4 – 8 rooms, with each room furnished and decorated differently.

Renting:

Rent an apartment or a house, which you share with friends. This type of accommodation provides an apartment that may be furnished or may not be. You have to pay some money in advance to rent an apartment.

Food Cost:

For food, non-alcoholic beverages and cleaning material items such as  baked goods, baking, canned foods, cheese, cleaning products, dairy, fresh fruits, fresh vegetables, fruit juices, meat, oil and vinegars, pet food, pre-prepared meals, sauces, seafood, snacks, soft drinks, spices and herbs is relatively more expensive compared to other cities.