Cost of Living in Copenhagen
Denmark • Pop: 0.6M
Copenhagen offers hygge lifestyle and sustainable design at premium costs.
Sustainable designBike-friendlyHappy residentsNordic cuisine
Cost
Index
Index
112
Rent
Index
Index
120
Avg Net Salary
$2,940/mo
Cost Breakdown vs NYC (Index 100)
Overall Cost
112
12% pricierRent
120
20% pricierGroceries
98
2% cheaperRestaurants
105
5% pricierTransport
95
5% cheaperUtilities
108
8% pricierSalary Equivalence
How much you'd need to earn in Copenhagen to match a NYC salary
| NYC Salary | Equivalent in Copenhagen | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| $50,000 | $56,000 | Need $6,000 more |
| $75,000 | $84,000 | Need $9,000 more |
| $100,000 | $112,000 | Need $12,000 more |
| $125,000 | $140,000 | Need $15,000 more |
| $150,000 | $168,000 | Need $18,000 more |
| $200,000 | $224,000 | Need $24,000 more |
Living in Copenhagen: What to Expect
Copenhagen has a cost of living index of 112, meaning it is 12% more expensive than NYC in overall living costs.
The average net monthly salary in Copenhagen is approximately kr42,000 ($2,940 when converted to USD).
Cost Breakdown
- Rent: Index of 120
- Groceries: Index of 98
- Restaurants: Index of 105
- Transport: Index of 95
- Utilities: Index of 108
Key highlights: Sustainable design, Bike-friendly, Happy residents, Nordic cuisine.
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