Is Stavanger more expensive than Olympia?

Stavanger is 8.7% more expensive than Olympia overall. Rent is 13.0% lower, groceries 21.4% more expensive, and restaurants 24.8% more expensive.

Which city has better purchasing power, Olympia or Stavanger?

Olympia has a purchasing power index of 170.5 while Stavanger has 145.9 (NYC = 100). Olympia offers better purchasing power.

Olympia vs Stavanger: Stavanger is 8.7% more expensive, rent 13% lower (2026)

Category	🇺🇸 Olympia	🇳🇴 Stavanger	Difference
Cost of Living	56.6	61.5	+8.7%
Rent	40.8	35.5	-13.0%
Groceries	77.5	94.1	+21.4%
Restaurants	80.6	100.6	+24.8%
Purchasing Power	170.5	145.9	-14.4%

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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