Oslo, Norway

In 2022, a single person living in Oslo needs approximately NOK 22,194/month, covering rent, groceries, transport and utilities. A family of 3–4 typically spends around NOK 40,643/month. Oslo is considered a relatively expensive city by global standards.

A 1-bedroom apartment in Oslo costs approximately NOK 14,080/month in 2022. A 3-bedroom apartment runs around NOK 23,760/month.

Monthly grocery costs for one person in Oslo are approximately NOK 4,576 in 2022. This covers basic supermarket shopping including food and household essentials.

A monthly public transport pass in Oslo costs NOK 783 in 2022, covering unlimited bus, metro and tram travel within the city.

Monthly utility costs in Oslo average NOK 1,276 in 2022, covering electricity, heating/cooling, water and internet for a standard apartment.

Oslo is located in Norway (Europe). With a 1-bed rent of NOK 14,080/month and total single-person expenses around NOK 22,194/month, it is relatively expensive by global standards.

A typical restaurant meal for one person in Oslo costs approximately NOK 185 in 2022. Budget around NOK 1,478/month if dining out a few times a week.

LifeIndexed tracks cost of living data for Oslo from 2022 to 2026. 1-bed rent has increased by 21.7% over this period (from NOK 14,080 in 2022 to NOK 17,139 in 2026). Use the year tabs above to compare costs across years.

To live comfortably in Oslo in 2022, a single person needs approximately NOK 22,194/month. This covers rent (NOK 14,080), groceries (NOK 4,576), transport (NOK 783), utilities (NOK 1,276) and dining out occasionally. A family of 3–4 should budget around NOK 40,643/month.