Close to the Norway average
Ranked #15 of 558 cities · More expensive than 97.3% of cities worldwide
Compared to Norway average
Rent Prices
| Apartment | City Centre | Outside Centre | You Save |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-Bedroom | NOK 13,662/mo ≈ $1,462 | NOK 10,308/mo ≈ $1,103 | 25% |
| 3-Bedroom | NOK 20,250/mo ≈ $2,167 | NOK 15,438/mo ≈ $1,652 | 25% |
Prices
Prices in local currency, cross-referenced from multiple independent sources. September 2026.
Bergen is average by global standards (ranked #15 of 558 cities). It is 1.9% more expensive than the Norway average, based on 4 cities.
Groceries are average, while dining out is average. Rent offers the best value, while Restaurants is the priciest.
Local purchasing power is limited — residents can afford fewer goods and services than in most cities.
Workers in Norway earning NOK 543,507 gross take home NOK 33,458/month after tax (26.1% effective rate). See full Norway tax calculator →
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