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About Selfoss

Selfoss is a calm riverside town in South Iceland, great for digital nomads who want nature, quiet, and easy access to Reykjavík. It has reliable infrastructure, cozy cafés, and a growing local scene, though it’s small and best for those who prefer a slower pace. 🌋💻🌿 Parking is easy, and nearby waterfalls, hot springs, and open landscapes make off-hours magical.

Through the year

Best in July (38) · now 24
-10° 0° 10° 20° 30° Jan: 169 mm Feb: 183 mm Mar: 172 mm Apr: 140 mm May: 135 mm Jun: 118 mm Jul: 117 mm Aug: 136 mm Sep: 183 mm Oct: 148 mm Nov: 143 mm Dec: 150 mm Jan: 2°C / -3°C Feb: 3°C / -2°C Mar: 5°C / -1°C Apr: 7°C / 2°C May: 10°C / 5°C Jun: 12°C / 7°C Jul: 14°C / 10°C Aug: 14°C / 9°C Sep: 11°C / 6°C Oct: 7°C / 2°C Nov: 5°C / 0°C Dec: 2°C / -3°C Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec

Average high and low, °C Rainfall, mm

Key scores

Cost of Living 2.1
Internet Speed 7.9
Digital Nomad Popularity 1.9
Safety 9.6
Accommodation Cost 1.9
Weather 3.6
Female Friendly 9.3
Racial Tolerance 8.3
Updated 2 weeks ago

Quick costs

Quick costs in Selfoss
ItemCost
Apartment (1 bedroom) $1,727.57 per month
Coworking Space $361.58 per month
Coffee $5.79 per cup
Beer $12.05 per pint
Meal (Inexpensive) $25.71 per meal
Monthly Transport Pass $132.58 per month
Mobile Plan $33.75 per month
Internet (60 Mbps+) $78.74 per month

Other cities in Iceland

Other cities in Iceland
# City Cost / mo Score Compare
1 Reykjavik $6,601 6.2 Compare
2 Kopavogur $6,615 5.5 Compare
3 Keflavik $7,127 5.4 Compare
4 Akureyri $4,930 5.4 Compare

Nearby destinations

Nearby destinations
# City Country Cost / mo Score Compare
1 Kopavogur IS Iceland $6,615 5.5 Compare
2 Reykjavik IS Iceland $6,601 6.2 Compare
3 Akranes IS Iceland $5,512 4.8 Compare
4 Hafnarfjordur IS Iceland $4,158 5.3 Compare

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