Cost of Living in Arendal


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£1,926

Average cost per month

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Distribution of Expenses

Property
49%
Groceries
21%
Eating Out
9%
Transportation
5%
Utilities
11%
Leisure
5%
Property
49%
Groceries
21%
Eating Out
9%
Transportation
5%
Utilities
11%
Leisure
5%

Cost of living breakdown for Arendal

You can expect to spend around £1,926 per month for 1 person as of 2026, on common living costs such as housing, food, and transport.

Housing

£851Average rent per month
£2,394Price per m² (city centre)
£1,596Price per m² (outside centre)
Housing

Standard of Living

Cost of living index67
Quality of life index92
Safety index57
Standard of Living

Food & Drink

Arendal average costs for food and drink.

£363Monthly groceries/person
£160Dining out average cost/person
£4Regular coffee
Food & Drink

Salary & Services

Arendal average salaries and services.

£3,126Average Monthly Net Salary
£96Transport
Healthcare82
Salary & Services

Average living costs in Norway

ItemAverage pricePrice range
1 Bedroom Apartment in City CentreRent Per Month£851.21£837.92 - £877.82
1 Bedroom Apartment Outside of CentreRent Per Month£638.41£478.81 - £798.01
3 Bedroom Apartment in City CentreRent Per Month£1,077.32£957.62 - £1,197.02
3 Bedroom Apartment Outside of CentreRent Per Month£957.62£798.01 - £1,117.22

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Frequently asked questions

The cost of living in Arendal depends on your lifestyle. On average, a single person needs £1,075 per month without rent, while a family of four requires £3,820. Renting a 1-bedroom apartment in the city centre costs an additional £851 on average.

Public transport prices vary, but generally, a one-way ticket for local transport in Arendal costs £3. If you are commuting regularly, a monthly pass is typically priced at £96.

The average monthly net salary (after tax) in Arendal is currently £3,126.

Dining costs depend on your choices. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant in Arendal costs approximately £15, while a three-course meal for two people at a mid-range restaurant costs around £50.

The estimated monthly cost of living in Arendal for a single person is £1,075, excluding rent.

For a family of four living in Arendal, the estimated monthly costs are £3,820, not including rent.

Rent prices in Arendal depend on the area. The average monthly rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in the city centre is £851, compared to £638 outside the centre. For a 3-bedroom apartment, the average is £1,077 in the centre and £958 in suburban areas.

Basic utilities in Arendal (including electricity, heating, cooling, water, and garbage for an 85m² apartment) cost an average of £160 per month. Internet access typically adds another £63.