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Cost of Living in Kristiansand
Monthly Total
$3,089
$54,058
Housing (1BR Mid-range)
$1,104
Daily Spend (ex. rent)
$66
Based on a typical lifestyle for international residents: 1BR furnished apartment, mix of cooking/eating out, rideshare transportation, moderate entertainment. Last updated: 3/31/2026.
Monthly Cost Breakdown
Housing (Rent)
1BR furnished apartment in mid-range neighborhood
$1,104
$19,320
Utilities
Electric, water, gas, and internet
$249
$4,358
Groceries
Groceries from supermarkets
$237
$4,148
Dining Out
Mix of casual restaurants, ~12 meals/month
$324
$5,670
Transportation
Rideshare (Uber/Didi), ~30 rides/month
$480
$8,400
Lifestyle & Entertainment
Entertainment, occasional cleaning service
$315
$5,513
Healthcare
Basic private health insurance
$323
$5,653
Phone & Subscriptions
Phone plan and streaming subscriptions
$57
$998
Monthly Total
$3,089
$54,058
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