Cost of Living in Bergen, Norway
Bergen is a city in Norway, where a single person can expect to spend about $2,539 per month including rent, food, and local transport. A one-bedroom apartment in the city centre averages $1,432 per month, or $1,081 outside the centre. Internet is fast at around 169 Mbps median download speed. On safety, Bergen scores 85/100 — very safe for residents and visitors. Expect summer highs near 64°F and winter highs around 38°F, with roughly 81 sunny days a year.
Bergen Cost of Living Breakdown
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Lifestyle & Quality of Life in Bergen
How Bergen Ranks Among 340 Cities
Of the 340 cities Voyica tracks, Bergen ranks in the top 7% for safety, but sits in the bottom 5% for food scene. It costs more than 83% of them.
| Metric | Bergen | World rank | Rank in Europe |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monthly cost | $2,539 | #283 of 340 | #80 of 91 |
| Safety | 85/100 | #22 of 340 | #12 of 91 |
| Healthcare | 85/100 | #64 of 340 | #1 of 91 |
| Internet speed | 169 Mbps | #162 of 340 | #41 of 91 |
| Walkability | 72/100 | #76 of 340 | #54 of 91 |
| Public transit | 70/100 | #66 of 340 | #37 of 91 |
| Food scene | 52/100 | #327 of 340 | #88 of 91 |
| Air quality | 92/100 | #28 of 340 | #16 of 91 |
Rank 1 = most affordable, safest, and so on. Computed across every city in Voyica's dataset (June 2026 snapshot); ties share a rank.
Cheaper Alternatives to Bergen
Cities with a similar mix of safety, food, culture, walkability and climate that cost at least 15% less per month than Bergen.
- Helsinki, Finland — $2,009/mo, 21% cheaper, safety 84/100
- Vilnius, Lithuania — $1,541/mo, 39% cheaper, safety 80/100
- Bratislava, Slovakia — $1,731/mo, 32% cheaper, safety 78/100
- Nuremberg, Germany — $1,800/mo, 29% cheaper, safety 82/100
Bergen FAQ
How much does it cost to live in Bergen?
A single person should budget around $2,539 per month in Bergen, covering rent, groceries, transport, and basic lifestyle costs. A family of four typically needs about $5,280 per month excluding rent.
How much is rent in Bergen?
A one-bedroom apartment in central Bergen averages $1,432 per month, dropping to about $1,081 outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about $2,123.
Is Bergen safe?
Bergen scores 85/100 on safety, which is very safe. Tourist safety is rated 88/100.
How fast is the internet in Bergen?
Median download speeds in Bergen are around 169 Mbps — fast for remote work and video calls. There are roughly 30 coworking spaces in the city.
Does Norway offer a digital nomad visa?
Norway does not currently offer a dedicated digital nomad visa. US passport holders can usually stay 90 days visa-free.
What is the weather like in Bergen?
Bergen sees summer highs around 64°F and winter highs near 38°F, with about 81 mostly sunny days a year and at least 1 mm of rain on about 201 days.
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