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Asker, Norway

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Est. Monthly Cost (1 Person)
$2,950
Retiree Score
100.0
Safety Index
88.2
Healthcare
38 facilities

With a population of 61,523, Asker is an affluent suburb of Oslo, reflecting the expansion of Norway's capital. However, residents face a persistent bureaucratic headache, as the municipality was recently merged with Røyken and Hurum to form the larger administrative region of Greater Asker. While the area is known for its natural beauty, gardening, and celebrity residents, those seeking an easy life abroad may find Asker's administrative complexity a significant challenge.

Can I afford Asker?

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Asker

You could save

50/mo

Savings Rate2%

Monthly Costs

Rent $1,550
Living (Country Average Adjusted)$1,400

Attractiveness Scores

FIRE Score
(i)
2/100
Retiree Score
(i)
100/100
Lifestyle Score
(i)
48/100
💻Nomad Score
(i)
50/100
Meets Norway Digital Nomad Visa Income Rule.
88
Safety
38
Healthcare
100
Walkability
20
Nomad

Grocery Basket

Milk (1L) $2
Bread (loaf) *$3
Eggs (12) $5
Rice (1kg) *$2
Chicken (1kg) *$7

* Estimated based on regional averages.

Eating Out

Meal (Inexpensive) *$26
Meal (Mid-range) $132
Cappuccino $6
Water (0.33L) *$2

* Estimated based on regional averages.

Utilities & Lifestyle

Utilities (mo) $340
Mobile Plan (mo) $32
Gym (mo) *$42
Cinema Ticket $16

* Estimated based on regional averages.

Housing

1BR Center (mo) $930
1BR Outside (mo) *$642
3BR Center (mo) $1,710
3BR Outside (mo) *$1,014

* Estimated based on regional averages.

🧳 Expat Life

English Proficiency
Widely Spoken
Expat Community
Large & Active
Top Neighborhoods
Sentrum, Nesbru
Best For
families, corporate expats

Expat Life Notes

One of Norway's wealthiest and most international municipalities, popular with corporate families and tech workers.

Pros

  • ✓ High quality of life
  • ✓ Elite schools
  • ✓ Amazing nature access

Cons

  • ✗ Extremely high cost of living
  • ✗ Socially conservative

🌐 Infrastructure & Lifestyle

Avg Internet
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Temperature
—
Annual Rainfall
1277 mm
Coworking Spaces
—
Best Months to Visit
Jun, Jul, Aug

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Frequently Asked Questions about Asker

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Asker has a population of approximately 61,523 people.

A single person can expect to spend around $3,875 per month in Asker, including rent. A 1-bedroom apartment in the city center costs approximately $1550/month.

The nearest airport to Asker is OSL, approximately 54km away.

Asker is considered relatively safe, with a safety index of 88.2. As with any city abroad, expats should research specific neighborhoods before committing to a location.

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