Oslo, Norway

In 2023, a single person living in Oslo needs approximately NOK 23,707/month, covering rent, groceries, transport and utilities. A family of 3–4 typically spends around NOK 43,414/month. Oslo is considered a relatively expensive city by global standards.

A 1-bedroom apartment in Oslo costs approximately NOK 15,040/month in 2023. A 3-bedroom apartment runs around NOK 25,380/month. Rent has changed +6.8% vs 2022.

Monthly grocery costs for one person in Oslo are approximately NOK 4,888 in 2023. This covers basic supermarket shopping including food and household essentials.

A monthly public transport pass in Oslo costs NOK 837 in 2023, covering unlimited bus, metro and tram travel within the city.

Monthly utility costs in Oslo average NOK 1,363 in 2023, covering electricity, heating/cooling, water and internet for a standard apartment.

Oslo is located in Norway (Europe). With a 1-bed rent of NOK 15,040/month and total single-person expenses around NOK 23,707/month, it is relatively expensive by global standards.

A typical restaurant meal for one person in Oslo costs approximately NOK 197 in 2023. Budget around NOK 1,579/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 2023, a single person needs approximately NOK 23,707/month. This covers rent (NOK 15,040), groceries (NOK 4,888), transport (NOK 837), utilities (NOK 1,363) and dining out occasionally. A family of 3–4 should budget around NOK 43,414/month.