Reykjavik, Iceland 🇮🇸
Nomad Score:
63%
Cost Breakdown
| Category | Notes | |
|---|---|---|
| 🏠 Housing |
$1,200.00
$2,000.00
$150.00
|
Per day for short-term rentals |
| 🔌 Utilities |
$150.00
$250.00
$0.00
|
Included in accommodation |
| 📶 Internet & Mobile |
$80.00
$100.00
$0.00
|
Included in accommodation |
| 🛒 Groceries |
$400.00
$600.00
$20.00
|
Per day for basic groceries |
| 🚗 Transportation |
$100.00
$150.00
$10.00
|
Per day for public transport |
| 🍽️ Dining Out |
$200.00
$400.00
$30.00
|
Per day for meals at mid-range restaurants |
| 🎟️ Leisure Activities |
$100.00
$200.00
$20.00
|
Per day for activities and attractions |
| 🏥 Health Insurance |
$100.00
$300.00
$0.00
|
Tourists typically use travel insurance |
| 📝 Visa & Legal Fees |
$0.00
$100.00
$0.00
|
Tourists do not incur these fees |
| Total |
$2,330.00
$4,100.00
$230.00
|
Local Resident: Basic but comfortable lifestyle for a local salary. Cooking most meals at home with occasional local restaurants (2-3x/month). Local brands and services.
Digital Nomad: Western standard of living with imported goods/services. Regular dining out at mid-range to upscale restaurants (3-4x/week). Mix of local and imported products.
Tourist: Daily costs for comfortable short-term stays. Eating most meals at restaurants, using tourist-oriented services and accommodations.
Individual Item Costs
🏢 Apartment (1 bedroom)
$1,500.00
Varies by neighborhood. City center tends to be 20-30% higher.
per month
💻 Coworking Space
$350.00
Prices vary based on amenities and location.
per month
☕ Coffee
$4.50
Specialty coffee shops. Local cafes might be cheaper.
per cup
🍺 Beer
$8.00
Prices can vary significantly between bars and restaurants.
per pint
🍽️ Meal (Inexpensive)
$15.00
Casual dining options; higher in tourist areas.
per meal
🍔 Fast Food Combo
$12.00
Typical fast food prices; similar to other Nordic countries.
per meal
🍎 Apples
$3.00
Price varies with season; imported fruits can be pricier.
per kg
🍞 Bread
$2.50
Artisan bread can be more expensive than store brands.
per loaf
🥛 Milk
$1.20
Prices are stable but can fluctuate slightly.
per liter
🍚 Rice
$2.80
Usually imported; prices can vary based on brand.
per kg
🥩 Chicken Fillets
$9.00
Prices influenced by local poultry farming.
per kg
🍖 Beef
$15.00
Higher prices due to import costs.
per kg
🥂 Wine (Mid-range)
$20.00
Prices vary significantly based on origin and brand.
per bottle
🚕 Taxi Start
$6.00
Initial fare; additional charges per km.
per trip
🚕 Taxi per km
$1.50
Rates can vary slightly based on service.
per km
🚌 Monthly Transport Pass
$85.00
Covers all public transport; good value for frequent users.
per month
🚘 Gasoline
$2.00
Prices fluctuate; affected by global oil prices.
per liter
🧴 Mobile Plan
$45.00
Average price for a good data plan.
per month
💻 Internet (60 Mbps+)
$80.00
Prices vary by provider and package.
per month
🏋️ Gym Membership
$60.00
Varies by facility; higher-end gyms may charge more.
per month
🎾 Tennis Court (Weekend)
$15.00
Prices vary by facility and availability.
per hour
🎟️ Cinema Ticket
$15.00
Standard prices; higher for special screenings.
per ticket
👖 Jeans
$60.00
Depends on brand; local stores often have sales.
per pair
👗 Summer Dress
$50.00
Seasonal pricing; winter sales may offer discounts.
per dress
👟 Running Shoes
$80.00
Varies based on brand and features.
per pair