Copenhagen, Denmark

In 2025, a single person living in Copenhagen needs approximately DKK 19,933/month, covering rent, groceries, transport and utilities. A family of 3–4 typically spends around DKK 36,417/month. Copenhagen is considered a relatively expensive city by global standards.

A 1-bedroom apartment in Copenhagen costs approximately DKK 12,850/month in 2025. A 3-bedroom apartment runs around DKK 21,588/month. Rent has changed +2.8% vs 2024.

Monthly grocery costs for one person in Copenhagen are approximately DKK 4,215 in 2025. This covers basic supermarket shopping including food and household essentials.

A monthly public transport pass in Copenhagen costs DKK 452 in 2025, covering unlimited bus, metro and tram travel within the city.

Monthly utility costs in Copenhagen average DKK 1,182 in 2025, covering electricity, heating/cooling, water and internet for a standard apartment.

Copenhagen is located in Denmark (Europe). With a 1-bed rent of DKK 12,850/month and total single-person expenses around DKK 19,933/month, it is relatively expensive by global standards.

A typical restaurant meal for one person in Copenhagen costs approximately DKK 154 in 2025. Budget around DKK 1,234/month if dining out a few times a week.

LifeIndexed tracks cost of living data for Copenhagen from 2022 to 2026. 1-bed rent has increased by 19.4% over this period (from DKK 11,000 in 2022 to DKK 13,133 in 2026). Use the year tabs above to compare costs across years.

To live comfortably in Copenhagen in 2025, a single person needs approximately DKK 19,933/month. This covers rent (DKK 12,850), groceries (DKK 4,215), transport (DKK 452), utilities (DKK 1,182) and dining out occasionally. A family of 3–4 should budget around DKK 36,417/month.