Student life

Cost of living in Denmark

Create a personal budget based on your city, housing choice and everyday habits.

Budgeting in Denmark

Copenhagen is normally the highest-cost market, while Aarhus, Odense, Aalborg and smaller campuses have their own supply pressures. Budget in DKK for deposits, prepaid rent, transport and food.

Budget in local currency

Build your working budget in DKK and include deposits, utilities, local transport, food, phone service and insurance.

Use current local evidence

Ask the institution for current housing guidance and compare recurring prices close to the intended start date; general cost estimates age quickly.

Information you can trust

Reviewed 2026-08-12 against Study in Denmark, New to Denmark / Danish Immigration Service. Programme records remain managed centrally in SIT Connect.

National references: Study in Denmark; New to Denmark / Danish Immigration Service.

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