Is Oslo more expensive than Luxembourg?

Oslo is 1.6% cheaper than Luxembourg overall. Rent is 18.6% lower, groceries 25.4% more expensive, and restaurants 6.0% more expensive.

Which city has better purchasing power, Luxembourg or Oslo?

Luxembourg has a purchasing power index of 151.5 while Oslo has 126.7 (NYC = 100). Luxembourg offers better purchasing power.

Luxembourg vs Oslo: Oslo is 1.6% cheaper, rent 19% lower (2026)

Category	🇱🇺 Luxembourg	🇳🇴 Oslo	Difference
Cost of Living	67.9	66.8	-1.6%
Rent	50.5	41.1	-18.6%
Groceries	75.5	94.7	+25.4%
Restaurants	95.7	101.4	+6.0%
Purchasing Power	151.5	126.7	-16.4%

Data from March – October 2026 · Cost of living: Numbeo, blended with Expatistan and LivingCost where available. Rent, groceries, restaurants and purchasing power: Numbeo (NYC = 100) · Indices reflect relative costs; absolute prices vary by neighbourhood.

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