Town in Svalbard, Svalbard and Jan Mayen
Cost of living in Longyearbyen
How much a month costs in Longyearbyen
For one person, including rent. A comfortable month costs about $3,950–5,720 (kr38,000–55,000).
Prices in Longyearbyen
Typical 2026 ranges in NOK, rounded. US$ at the 03 Oct 2026 exchange rate.
| Item | NOK | US$ |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | ||
| Hostel dorm bed (night) | kr700–1,100 | $73–114 |
| Mid-range hotel room (night) | kr1,800–3,000 | $187–312 |
| Food and drink | ||
| Local meal or street food | kr150–220 | $16–23 |
| Mid-range restaurant, per person | kr300–500 | $31–52 |
| Cappuccino | kr45–60 | $4.7–6.2 |
| Local beer, 0.5 l in a bar | kr90–130 | $9.4–13.5 |
| Getting around | ||
| Ride-hailing or taxi, about 5 km | kr180–280 | $19–29 |
| Work and life | ||
| Gym membership (month) | kr400–700 | $42–73 |
| Mobile data, 20–50 GB (month) | kr300–500 | $31–52 |
Cheaper alternatives to Longyearbyen
Similar safety, lower cost, in Europe.
Quick answers
How much money do you need per month in Longyearbyen?
About $2,080–2,910 on a lean budget, $3,950–5,720 for a comfortable month and $8,310–13,510 for a luxury one, rent included.
How much does food cost in Longyearbyen?
A local meal is kr150–220 ($16–23); a mid-range restaurant is kr300–500 ($31–52) per person.
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Sources
- ExchangeRate-API open rates
- World Bank: PPP conversion factor
- Visit Svalbard
- Governor of Svalbard (Sysselmesteren)
- Avinor Svalbard Airport
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