Cost of Living in Ballerup - Updated Prices & Insights

Solo nomad: Estimated monthly costs are $1,157 (excluding rent), and $3,038 including rent.

Family of 3: Estimated monthly costs are $2,862 (excluding rent), and $6,203 including rent.

Meal at Budget Restaurant

$25.57 DKK 164

$15.59 DKK 100

$31.16 DKK 200

Three-Course Dinner for Two, Mid-Range

$126 DKK 810

$63.0 DKK 405

$157 DKK 1,012

Fast Food Meal (McDonalds, etc)

$15.56 DKK 100

$12.44 DKK 80.0

$15.56 DKK 100

Cappuccino

$6.85 DKK 44.07

$5.34 DKK 34.34

$8.39 DKK 53.9

Coke/Pepsi/Fanta/Sprite (0.33 liter bottle)

$4.33 DKK 27.87

$2.77 DKK 17.79

$6.16 DKK 39.60

Water (0.33 liter bottle)

$3.21 DKK 20.63

$2.37 DKK 15.21

$3.94 DKK 25.32

Local Beer (0.5 liter draught)

$9.47 DKK 60.9

$7.90 DKK 50.8

$9.47 DKK 60.9

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$7.96 DKK 51.2

$4.77 DKK 30.67

$9.56 DKK 61.5

Milk (1 liter)

$1.99 DKK 12.83

$1.69 DKK 10.86

$2.45 DKK 15.75

White Bread (500g)

$3.24 DKK 20.86

$1.56 DKK 10.01

$7.79 DKK 50.1

Rice (white) (1kg)

$2.48 DKK 15.95

$1.52 DKK 9.77

$4.56 DKK 29.32

Eggs

$5.04 DKK 32.40

$3.81 DKK 24.49

$7.25 DKK 46.62

Local Cheese (1kg)

$13.35 DKK 85.8

$7.49 DKK 48.13

$33.62 DKK 216

Chicken Fillets (1kg)

$10.92 DKK 70.2

$4.71 DKK 30.27

$15.71 DKK 101

Beef Round Steak (1kg)

$15.89 DKK 102

$9.25 DKK 59.5

$28.66 DKK 184

Apples (1kg)

$3.04 DKK 19.52

$1.57 DKK 10.09

$4.71 DKK 30.26

Banana (1kg)

$3.38 DKK 21.72

$1.92 DKK 12.32

$6.40 DKK 41.12

Oranges (1kg)

$3.62 DKK 23.30

$1.89 DKK 12.14

$7.09 DKK 45.56

Tomato (1kg)

$5.63 DKK 36.17

$3.13 DKK 20.10

$7.82 DKK 50.3

Potato (1kg)

$2.35 DKK 15.13

$1.57 DKK 10.07

$3.76 DKK 24.16

Onion (1kg)

$1.72 DKK 11.03

$1.51 DKK 9.71

$2.57 DKK 16.54

Lettuce (1 head)

$2.34 DKK 15.06

$1.59 DKK 10.20

$3.17 DKK 20.39

Water (1.5 liter bottle)

$0.79 DKK 5.11

$0.46 DKK 2.96

$2.59 DKK 16.65

Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro, Camel)

$10.27 DKK 66.1

$9.31 DKK 59.9

$12.63 DKK 81.2

Wine (Bottle)

$10.55 DKK 67.8

$7.94 DKK 51.0

$19.04 DKK 122

Local Beer (0.5 liter bottle)

$1.81 DKK 11.63

$1.12 DKK 7.20

$3.19 DKK 20.49

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$2.04 DKK 13.13

$1.21 DKK 7.75

$4.52 DKK 29.08

One-way Ticket (Public Transport)

$3.76 DKK 24.16

$3.13 DKK 20.13

$4.07 DKK 26.17

Public Transport Monthly Pass (Regular Price)

$76.6 DKK 493

$61.3 DKK 394

$83.4 DKK 536

Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)

$7.54 DKK 48.47

$5.88 DKK 37.79

$11.61 DKK 74.7

Taxi (Normal Tariff) (1km)

$1.70 DKK 10.91

$1.52 DKK 9.76

$4.15 DKK 26.68

Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)

$61.6 DKK 396

$46.65 DKK 300

$156 DKK 1,000

Gasoline (1 liter)

$2.10 DKK 13.52

$2.05 DKK 13.20

$2.27 DKK 14.58

Midsize Hatchback 1.4l (Volkswagen Golf, Toyota Prius, Honda Civic, etc)

$49.1K DKK 315.6K

$39.0K DKK 250.5K

$54.5K DKK 350.7K

Compact Sedan 1.6l (Toyota Corolla, Mazda3, Kia K4, Hyundai Elantra, etc)

$49.2K DKK 316.5K

$47.3K DKK 304.3K

$55.2K DKK 355.0K

Utilities for 2 People in 2-bedroom Apartment (Heating, Electricity, Gas, Water, Garbage) (85m2)

$198 DKK 1,271

$92.2 DKK 593

$415 DKK 2,669

SIM Card Monthly Plan (Calls and 10GB+ Data)

$17.74 DKK 114

$7.68 DKK 49.37

$31.35 DKK 202

Internet (50+ Mbps, Unlimited Data)

$41.14 DKK 265

$30.57 DKK 197

$48.76 DKK 314

Gym Membership (Monthly)

$40.94 DKK 263

$30.63 DKK 197

$49.78 DKK 320

Tennis Court (1 Hour on Weekend)

$30.25 DKK 194

$14.17 DKK 91.1

$35.33 DKK 227

Cinema Ticket

$18.36 DKK 118

$15.31 DKK 98.4

$22.95 DKK 148

Preschool or Kindergarten, Full Day, Private, 1 Child (Monthly)

$590 DKK 3,794

$427 DKK 2,749

$992 DKK 6,380

International Primary School, 1 Child (Yearly)

$5,975 DKK 38.4K

$3,794 DKK 24.4K

$27.7K DKK 177.9K

Jeans (Levis 501 Or Similar)

$102 DKK 658

$61.8 DKK 397

$178 DKK 1,142

Summer Dress (H&M, Zara, etc)

$35.48 DKK 228

$29.16 DKK 188

$92.6 DKK 595

Sport Shoes (Adidas, Nike)

$121 DKK 775

$77.5 DKK 498

$201 DKK 1,296

Men's Leather Business Shoes

$198 DKK 1,272

$126 DKK 807

$282 DKK 1,816

1-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$2,317 DKK 14.9K

$618 DKK 3,973

$2,317 DKK 14.9K

1-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$1,548 DKK 9,957

$581 DKK 3,734

$1,548 DKK 9,957

3-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$3,123 DKK 20.1K

$1,171 DKK 7,530

$3,123 DKK 20.1K

3-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$2,767 DKK 17.8K

$853 DKK 5,486

$2,767 DKK 17.8K

Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)

$6,029 DKK 38.8K

20-Year Fixed Mortgage Interest Rate (Annual %)

4.38

CityCost data is based on AI and user input – minor inaccuracies may occur.

Last update: January 13, 2026

Ballerup Median Internet Speeds (Updated December 2025)

Mobile

Mbps

Fixed Broadband

287

Mbps

179

Mbps

The chart highlights the Precision Threshold for mobile and fixed broadband internet speeds, updated quarterly.

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Cost of Living in Ballerup - Frequently Asked Questions

Cost of Living in Ballerup often feels more approachable than in central Copenhagen, especially for housing and daily essentials. You’ll find quieter neighborhoods, practical amenities, and a range of rental options that suit different styles. Transit links connect you quickly to the city for work or exploration, and cycling routes are convenient year-round. Dining and grocery options tend toward practical, everyday choices, which helps with budgeting. Seasonality is mild, with customary Danish patterns for heating and cooling. Tip: Plan your stay around your preferred neighborhood to balance access, pace, and costs.

For daily life, housing search usually centers on a few practical neighborhoods with easy access to transit and amenities. Expect a mix of apartment blocks and modest houses around the town center and near the station. Grocery stores and cafés cover everyday needs without the intensity of a big city. Public transport is straightforward, with reliable rail and bus connections; cycling remains a practical option most of the year. For work or study, consider nearby coworking spaces or libraries to keep a productive routine. Ballerup living cost is generally manageable with sensible, longer leases. Tip: Map a short list of neighborhoods that fit your pace and budget, then test a few transit routes to see what fits.

Quality of life in Ballerup comes from pairing a neighborhood that fits your pace with a simple budgeting approach. Start by covering essentials, then allocate for lifestyle and a small cushion for surprises. Seasonality affects comfort more than big price shifts, so good insulation, reliable heating, and a practical wardrobe make daily living easier. Choose a neighborhood by proximity to parks, shops, and the station to keep errands efficient. Local libraries, cafés, and community activities offer affordable ways to connect and unwind. Tip: Set a practical weekly routine that balances work, errands, and downtime to stay productive and enjoy your surroundings.