Cost of living
With the cost of living on the rise in Norway, it’s important to keep up to date with the latest news and advice. We regularly add new articles and update existing information as it changes so check back here regularly to get the latest advice and tips.
Why cross-border shopping in Sweden just got cheaper for Norway residents
The Norwegian krone has gained 14.5 percent in value against the Swedish krona since the start of the year. This difference means you can now save more on groceries, fuel, and everyday services when shopping in Sweden.
What foreign residents complain about life in Norway
Beautiful nature, good wages, clean air – on paper, Norway should be a dream for foreign residents. So why has it ranked so poorly in a new survey?
Norwegian drivers set to flock to Sweden as fuel prices plummet to 1999 levels
Sweden will become one of the cheapest countries in Europe for petrol and diesel when it slashes taxes on July 1st.
How to save money at Norway's airports
Norway is already expensive, but the extra money airports charge can make things feel unreasonable. Here are some ways to make trips to Norwegian airports cheaper.
Finn.no: How to get the most out of Norway's most important website
Mastering the website Finn is an essential task for foreigners in Norway, not least because it will help save them money and make settling in much easier, Mari Wachelke explains.
EXPLAINED: How a new reform could cut your dental bills in Norway
Going to the dentist can be one of the highest expenses you face while living in Norway. The costs are so steep that many opt to seek treatment abroad. However, a new reform could change that in 2027.
How to buy second-hand and save money in Norway in 2026
If you are looking to save some money in Norway, The Local has prepared a short guide on how to buy second-hand.
Fuel prices surge in Norway as petrol passes 26 kroner per litre
Drivers in Norway are being hit in the pocket as fuel prices rise sharply due to the conflict in the Middle East. But the government says it will resist taking action.
'Norwegian office workers are lazy': How do Swedes rate life in Norway?
What’s the difference between living in Sweden and Norway? Is life in one country better than the other? Who better to ask than three unbiased Swedes living in Norway.
How much money do you need to live on a single income in Norway?
Norway is known just as much for its high wages as its steep cost of living, so how much money do you need to live a decent quality of life on a single income?
Three reasons why it's hard to save money on food in Norway
Food in Norway is among the most expensive in Europe, and supermarkets deploy several methods that make good deals hard to come by. Here’s what they do and what you can do about it.
How Norway's new fixed-price electricity scheme can reduce your bill
A new state energy scheme, 'Norgespris,' takes effect on October 1st, giving households the option to pay a fixed price for their electricity.
Norwegian government pledges to tackle soaring food prices
Norway's government says it is preparing steps to curb rising food prices after sharp increases drew public concern.
'Unacceptable': Norwegian minister slams rising food prices
Food prices in Norway rose by 5.9 percent between July 2024 and July 2025, according to new data from Statistics Norway (SSB).
LISTED: All the ways parents living in Norway can save money
The cost of living in Norway can be a huge burden, especially for families. Mari Wachelke spoke to locals to get their best life hacks and tips for how parents with children of all ages can save money in Norway.
Revealed: How expensive is life in Oslo in 2025?
Norway’s biggest city is home to more foreigners than anywhere else in the country. Unfortunately, living in the Norwegian capital doesn’t come cheap.
IN DATA: How Norway's Airbnb rentals have exploded
The number of tourists coming to Norway and renting out properties on Airbnb is showing no signs of dropping from last year's peak with early indications suggesting 2025 could see even more summer tourists.
Six tips to boost your Norwegian savings in 2025
2025 offers an excellent opportunity to level-up your savings plan in Norway. We've put together some expert tips to help you reach your goals.
Coffee... chocolate: Norway continues to see steep rise in price of food items
Food prices in Norway continued to rise this summer with year on year comparisons showing just how expensive some items have become.
'Outrageous pork': What's in Norway Conservatives' bumper tax pledge?
"No slogans - just lower taxes". The Conservative Party's main election tagline shows how the struggling opposition party is going all out to win over voters through their wallets. So how much do you have to gain if they win?
Norway's Conservatives pledge 1,000 kroner monthly tax break for everyone with a job
Norway's opposition Conservative Party has made the first big move of the election campaign, pledging a tax break of 1,000 kroner every month for people in work.
How will Norway's shock interest rate cut affect your finances?
Norway's central bank surprised nearly everybody when it announced its first interest rate cut in five years in June. How will the shock announcement affect the finances of foreigners in the country?
EXPLAINED: Three reasons why food prices in Norway are so high
While general inflation in Norway has generally started to slow, food prices continue to surge. A new report from the Norwegian Competition Authority has pointed to three potential factors.