Cost of Living in Larvik - Updated Prices & Insights

Solo nomad: Estimated monthly costs are $1,053 (excluding rent), and $2,260 including rent.

Family of 3: Estimated monthly costs are $3,553 (excluding rent), and $4,458 including rent.

Meal at Budget Restaurant

$29.05 NOK 293

$16.84 NOK 170

$40.83 NOK 412

Three-Course Dinner for Two, Mid-Range

$103 NOK 1,036

$61.6 NOK 621

$164 NOK 1,657

Fast Food Meal (McDonalds, etc)

$13.47 NOK 136

$12.25 NOK 124

$16.32 NOK 165

Cappuccino

$4.92 NOK 49.60

$3.73 NOK 37.63

$7.07 NOK 71.3

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

$2.54 NOK 25.58

$2.27 NOK 22.91

$3.10 NOK 31.23

Water (0.33 liter bottle)

$2.15 NOK 21.68

$1.99 NOK 20.09

$2.40 NOK 24.17

Local Beer (0.5 liter draught)

$9.02 NOK 91.0

$5.91 NOK 59.7

$10.02 NOK 101

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$9.50 NOK 95.8

$8.99 NOK 90.7

$13.99 NOK 141

Milk (1 liter)

$2.10 NOK 21.15

$1.58 NOK 15.94

$2.37 NOK 23.91

White Bread (500g)

$3.33 NOK 33.65

$2.51 NOK 25.34

$5.02 NOK 50.7

Rice (white) (1kg)

$1.50 NOK 15.08

$6.53 NOK 65.9

Eggs

$3.57 NOK 36.06

$2.68 NOK 27.05

$7.09 NOK 71.5

Local Cheese (1kg)

$11.25 NOK 113

$9.79 NOK 98.8

$19.97 NOK 201

Chicken Fillets (1kg)

$14.12 NOK 142

$9.65 NOK 97.4

$16.25 NOK 164

Beef Round Steak (1kg)

$30.15 NOK 304

$21.00 NOK 212

$55.3 NOK 558

Apples (1kg)

$3.00 NOK 30.24

$1.99 NOK 20.09

$4.79 NOK 48.34

Banana (1kg)

$2.32 NOK 23.40

$1.94 NOK 19.62

$3.08 NOK 31.06

Oranges (1kg)

$2.47 NOK 24.91

$1.97 NOK 19.89

$3.95 NOK 39.88

Tomato (1kg)

$4.17 NOK 42.06

$3.29 NOK 33.24

$6.17 NOK 62.3

Potato (1kg)

$2.17 NOK 21.94

$1.17 NOK 11.85

$2.75 NOK 27.72

Onion (1kg)

$2.22 NOK 22.42

$1.55 NOK 15.63

$3.61 NOK 36.40

Lettuce (1 head)

$2.49 NOK 25.13

$2.10 NOK 21.16

$2.99 NOK 30.20

Water (1.5 liter bottle)

$1.51 NOK 15.19

$0.51 NOK 5.10

$2.91 NOK 29.38

Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro, Camel)

$14.19 NOK 143

$14.09 NOK 142

$16.22 NOK 164

Wine (Bottle)

$17.01 NOK 172

$14.91 NOK 150

$22.21 NOK 224

Local Beer (0.5 liter bottle)

$3.33 NOK 33.56

$2.91 NOK 29.31

$4.16 NOK 41.95

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$3.87 NOK 39.03

$3.45 NOK 34.80

$5.13 NOK 51.7

One-way Ticket (Public Transport)

$4.33 NOK 43.69

$3.92 NOK 39.58

$4.64 NOK 46.78

Public Transport Monthly Pass (Regular Price)

$59.9 NOK 605

$49.94 NOK 504

$69.9 NOK 705

Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)

$9.36 NOK 94.5

Taxi (Normal Tariff) (1km)

$1.37 NOK 13.81

$1.83 NOK 18.48

Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)

$101 NOK 1,018

Gasoline (1 liter)

$2.12 NOK 21.38

$1.90 NOK 19.19

$2.51 NOK 25.28

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

$40.1K NOK 405.0K

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

$50.7K NOK 511.9K

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

$215 NOK 2,171

$150 NOK 1,509

$598 NOK 6,037

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

$20.32 NOK 205

$50.7 NOK 512

Internet (50+ Mbps, Unlimited Data)

$38.39 NOK 387

$25.60 NOK 258

$120 NOK 1,214

Gym Membership (Monthly)

$51.1 NOK 516

$36.81 NOK 371

$61.3 NOK 619

Tennis Court (1 Hour on Weekend)

$40.13 NOK 405

$25.58 NOK 258

$40.13 NOK 405

Cinema Ticket

$15.16 NOK 153

$14.39 NOK 145

$24.66 NOK 249

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

$150 NOK 1,512

$357 NOK 3,605

International Primary School, 1 Child (Yearly)

$10.3K NOK 104.0K

$5,051 NOK 51.0K

$25.8K NOK 260.0K

Jeans (Levis 501 Or Similar)

$69.9 NOK 706

$120 NOK 1,210

Summer Dress (H&M, Zara, etc)

$46.49 NOK 469

$39.85 NOK 402

$69.7 NOK 704

Sport Shoes (Adidas, Nike)

$98.8 NOK 997

$80.4 NOK 811

$116 NOK 1,165

Men's Leather Business Shoes

$122 NOK 1,236

1-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$1,232 NOK 12.4K

$821 NOK 8,285

$1,283 NOK 12.9K

1-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$811 NOK 8,182

$608 NOK 6,136

$1,014 NOK 10.2K

3-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$1,342 NOK 13.5K

$994 NOK 10.0K

$1,690 NOK 17.0K

3-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$1,113 NOK 11.2K

$708 NOK 7,145

$1,517 NOK 15.3K

Buy Apartment in City Center (m2)

$5,595 NOK 56.5K

$4,172 NOK 42.1K

$6,283 NOK 63.4K

Buy Apartment Outside City Center (m2)

$4,007 NOK 40.4K

$3,205 NOK 32.3K

$4,007 NOK 40.4K

Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)

$3,132 NOK 31.6K

20-Year Fixed Mortgage Interest Rate (Annual %)

4.38

3.8

5.75

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

Last update: January 12, 2026

Larvik Median Internet Speeds (Updated December 2025)

Mobile

105

Mbps

Fixed Broadband

198

Mbps

155

Mbps

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

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Cost of Living in Larvik - Frequently Asked Questions

Larvik blends coastal charms with a grounded Norwegian cost structure, making it a solid value for long stays compared with bigger cities. The town’s housing tends to skew toward smaller apartments and family homes rather than the high-rise options you see in Oslo, which can lower your baseline expenses. Dining out can be affordable if you choose casual spots, and groceries follow national price norms with occasional regional specialties. For expats, the balance of quiet streets, a good ferry connection to nearby areas, and accessible services contributes to a predictable budget, even if you aren’t chasing Oslo’s market. Cost of Living in Larvik provides a useful sense of scale for planning. Tip: Start with a short-term rental to test neighborhoods before committing.

Neither the coast nor the hills is far from daily conveniences in Larvik, making errands smooth and predictable. In terms of housing, you’ll find charming apartments and terraced homes nearer the town center, with options that suit compact budgets and larger needs alike. Food options span farmers’ markets, bakeries, and modern groceries, plus seasonal seafood that reflects the local harvest. Public transport links are practical for trips to nearby towns, and cycling remains popular in good weather. If you’re setting up a workplace, look for co-working spaces near the harbor or in the town center. Larvik living cost varies by neighborhood, so test a few areas before committing. Tip: Map transit routes before you finalize a lease.

Budgeting for Larvik means shaping a flexible plan around seasons and neighborhood feel. Start with a simple framework: a baseline for housing, groceries, and transport, then add discretionary spending for dining out, entertainment, and weekend trips. In winter, you may lean on energy-aware habits and cozy cafes; in summer, longer daylight and seaside outings can shift activity and costs. Neighborhoods near the harbor offer bustle and shorter commutes, while inland areas tend to be more peaceful and affordable. Use short-term stays in a few districts to test commutes, noise levels, and access to services before you commit long term. Tip: track monthly costs for a couple of cycles to spot patterns.