Cost of Living in Birkerød - Updated Prices & Insights

Solo nomad: Estimated monthly costs are $1,063 (excluding rent), and $1,921 including rent.

Family of 3: Estimated monthly costs are $2,829 (excluding rent), and $3,927 including rent.

Meal at Budget Restaurant

$11.62 DKK 74.7

$46.46 DKK 299

Three-Course Dinner for Two, Mid-Range

$54.0 DKK 347

$157 DKK 1,007

Fast Food Meal (McDonalds, etc)

$11.62 DKK 74.8

$16.83 DKK 108

Cappuccino

$4.58 DKK 29.42

$7.94 DKK 51.1

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

$3.82 DKK 24.56

$2.86 DKK 18.42

$6.38 DKK 41.00

Water (0.33 liter bottle)

$2.74 DKK 17.61

$2.29 DKK 14.71

$4.55 DKK 29.23

Local Beer (0.5 liter draught)

$6.10 DKK 39.25

$11.37 DKK 73.1

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$3.66 DKK 23.56

$10.70 DKK 68.8

Milk (1 liter)

$2.06 DKK 13.26

$1.90 DKK 12.21

$2.53 DKK 16.27

White Bread (500g)

$3.08 DKK 19.81

$1.85 DKK 11.89

$7.71 DKK 49.59

Rice (white) (1kg)

$2.07 DKK 13.34

$1.91 DKK 12.28

$4.78 DKK 30.71

Eggs

$5.25 DKK 33.78

$3.62 DKK 23.27

$6.89 DKK 44.29

Local Cheese (1kg)

$8.44 DKK 54.2

$7.38 DKK 47.44

$33.14 DKK 213

Chicken Fillets (1kg)

$7.46 DKK 47.95

$15.23 DKK 97.9

Beef Round Steak (1kg)

$13.72 DKK 88.2

$9.15 DKK 58.9

$28.37 DKK 182

Apples (1kg)

$3.32 DKK 21.32

$1.89 DKK 12.16

$4.73 DKK 30.41

Banana (1kg)

$2.44 DKK 15.67

$1.83 DKK 11.75

$6.10 DKK 39.24

Oranges (1kg)

$3.84 DKK 24.68

$1.89 DKK 12.14

$7.09 DKK 45.57

Tomato (1kg)

$2.37 DKK 15.22

$7.88 DKK 50.7

Potato (1kg)

$2.06 DKK 13.25

$1.58 DKK 10.17

$3.79 DKK 24.40

Onion (1kg)

$2.19 DKK 14.11

$1.56 DKK 10.03

$2.66 DKK 17.09

Lettuce (1 head)

$2.22 DKK 14.28

$1.50 DKK 9.67

$3.16 DKK 20.33

Water (1.5 liter bottle)

$1.06 DKK 6.83

$0.77 DKK 4.93

$2.60 DKK 16.69

Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro, Camel)

$10.10 DKK 65.0

$9.48 DKK 61.0

$12.42 DKK 79.9

Wine (Bottle)

$11.12 DKK 71.5

$7.95 DKK 51.1

$19.07 DKK 123

Local Beer (0.5 liter bottle)

$1.74 DKK 11.17

$1.08 DKK 6.92

$3.06 DKK 19.68

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$0.75 DKK 4.85

$4.50 DKK 28.92

One-way Ticket (Public Transport)

$3.71 DKK 23.84

$3.09 DKK 19.87

$4.02 DKK 25.83

Public Transport Monthly Pass (Regular Price)

$77.7 DKK 500

$62.2 DKK 400

$84.6 DKK 544

Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)

$7.53 DKK 48.44

$5.87 DKK 37.77

$11.60 DKK 74.6

Taxi (Normal Tariff) (1km)

$1.66 DKK 10.65

$1.56 DKK 10.01

$4.14 DKK 26.65

Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)

$109 DKK 698

$63.3 DKK 407

$156 DKK 1,004

Gasoline (1 liter)

$2.18 DKK 13.99

$2.05 DKK 13.18

$2.40 DKK 15.42

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

$50.2K DKK 323.0K

$43.3K DKK 278.3K

$54.1K DKK 347.9K

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

$52.2K DKK 335.3K

$48.2K DKK 310.0K

$54.6K DKK 351.1K

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

$203 DKK 1,308

$142 DKK 915

$348 DKK 2,237

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

$17.84 DKK 115

$7.72 DKK 49.65

$31.53 DKK 203

Internet (50+ Mbps, Unlimited Data)

$42.79 DKK 275

$31.58 DKK 203

$59.2 DKK 381

Gym Membership (Monthly)

$41.15 DKK 265

$30.78 DKK 198

$50.0 DKK 322

Tennis Court (1 Hour on Weekend)

$29.51 DKK 190

$13.82 DKK 88.9

$34.47 DKK 222

Cinema Ticket

$20.46 DKK 132

$18.89 DKK 121

$23.61 DKK 152

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

$592 DKK 3,808

$429 DKK 2,758

$766 DKK 4,926

International Primary School, 1 Child (Yearly)

$5,896 DKK 37.9K

$4,055 DKK 26.1K

$8,063 DKK 51.8K

Jeans (Levis 501 Or Similar)

$129 DKK 831

$62.9 DKK 404

$181 DKK 1,163

Summer Dress (H&M, Zara, etc)

$52.4 DKK 337

$30.45 DKK 196

$91.4 DKK 587

Sport Shoes (Adidas, Nike)

$140 DKK 900

$77.2 DKK 497

$185 DKK 1,192

Men's Leather Business Shoes

$198 DKK 1,274

$126 DKK 809

$283 DKK 1,819

1-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$936 DKK 6,016

$628 DKK 4,039

$1,099 DKK 7,068

1-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$704 DKK 4,527

$587 DKK 3,772

$727 DKK 4,678

3-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$1,529 DKK 9,830

$1,152 DKK 7,409

$1,536 DKK 9,879

3-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$1,202 DKK 7,730

$874 DKK 5,619

$1,202 DKK 7,730

Buy Apartment in City Center (m2)

$3,805 DKK 24.5K

$2,199 DKK 14.1K

$3,805 DKK 24.5K

Buy Apartment Outside City Center (m2)

$2,418 DKK 15.5K

$1,075 DKK 6,911

$2,418 DKK 15.5K

20-Year Fixed Mortgage Interest Rate (Annual %)

4.19

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

Last update: January 11, 2026

Birkerød Median Internet Speeds (Updated December 2025)

Mobile

Mbps

Fixed Broadband

261

Mbps

175

Mbps

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

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Cost of Living in Birkerød - Frequently Asked Questions

Birkerød often offers a softer price tag than central Copenhagen, especially for housing and daily errands. The Cost of Living in Birkerød tends to feel more approachable for long stays, families, and remote workers who value a village feel with quick rail access to the city. You will get more space in homes, quiet streets, and easy access to green areas for weekends. Local markets, bakeries, and shops balance convenience with quality, and most services are reachable by bike or short transit rides. It’s a good-value base if you plan to explore Copenhagen while keeping costs reasonable. Tip: map your core commute to optimize both value and time.

To search housing, start in the town center and along the rail line; you will find a mix of detached houses, townhomes, and flats with more space than inner-city options. Grocery options include Danish supermarkets, local delis, and seasonal markets in nearby towns. For transport, a regular suburban train makes Copenhagen an easy day trip; cycling is practical, and buses cover local routes. For work or study, look for small co-working spaces near the station or quiet cafes with reliable Wi-Fi. On weekends, outdoor markets and forest trails keep life affordable and active. Birkerød living cost tends to reflect Denmark's broader patterns, steady and value-driven. Tip: build a short, prioritized search list to avoid overload.

Quality of life in Birkerød centers on balance, nature, and predictable routines. Start with a simple budgeting framework: categorize fixed costs (housing, transit passes, utilities) and flexible costs (groceries, dining, entertainment). In winter, prepare for longer dusk hours and heating needs; in summer, daylight encourages outdoor activities and visits to lakes; plan accordingly for energy use and leisure. When choosing a neighborhood, consider proximity to the forest preserves and the town center for markets and services, or opt for a quieter edge near green spaces if you work from home. Tip: schedule a couple of weekend strolls to feel out different vibes.