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Egilsstadir, Iceland 🇮🇸
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Nomad Score:
45%
Cost Breakdown
| Category | Notes | |
|---|---|---|
| 🏠 Housing |
$950.00
$1,800.00
$120.00
|
Per day for short-term rentals |
| 🔌 Utilities |
$180.00
$220.00
$0.00
|
Included in accommodation |
| 📶 Internet & Mobile |
$70.00
$90.00
$5.00
|
Daily SIM/data or Wi-Fi access |
| 🛒 Groceries |
$400.00
$650.00
$15.00
|
Daily average for snacks and small meals |
| 🚗 Transportation |
$120.00
$200.00
$10.00
|
Daily cost for local buses and occasional taxis |
| 🍽️ Dining Out |
$150.00
$700.00
$40.00
|
Daily average for meals at restaurants |
| 🎟️ Leisure Activities |
$60.00
$150.00
$20.00
|
Daily average for tours, museums, and entertainment |
| 🏥 Health Insurance |
$120.00
$350.00
$0.00
|
Tourists typically use travel insurance separately |
| 📝 Visa & Legal Fees |
$10.00
$50.00
$0.00
|
Monthly average for permits and registrations |
| Total |
$2,060.00
$4,210.00
$210.00
|
Cost Profile Definitions:
Local Resident: Lives permanently in the city with local housing and lifestyle.
Digital Nomad: Mid-term stay (1-6 months) with furnished accommodation and expat lifestyle.
Tourist: Short-term visit (1-14 days) with hotels and tourist activities.
Individual Item Costs
🏢 Apartment (1 bedroom)
$950.00
Varies by neighborhood. City center tends to be 20-30% higher.
per month
☕ Coffee
$4.50
Specialty coffee shops. Local cafes might be cheaper.
per cup
🍺 Beer
$8.00
Alcohol is heavily taxed in Iceland, leading to higher prices.
per pint
🍽️ Meal (Inexpensive)
$18.00
Local diners and cafes offer meals; prices higher than Reykjavik due to remoteness.
per meal
🍔 Fast Food Combo
$15.00
Includes burger, fries, and drink; international chains are limited.
per meal