Food Prices in Denmark — August 2026
Updated: 1 August 2026
Real grocery prices
Price per unit in your currency
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Milk 1 Lopen data$2.24+27% World (base = 100)
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Eggs 12 pcsopen data$4.85+41% World (base = 100)
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Chicken 1 kgopen data$13.19+124% World (base = 100)
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Rice 1 kgopen data$1.85-18% World (base = 100)
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Bread 500 g loaf
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Water 1.5 L bottle
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Cheese 1 kg
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Tomatoes 1 kg
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Potatoes 1 kg
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Beer 0.5 L bottle
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Recent real receipts
Real purchases logged in this country (crowdsourced, local names)
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Finvalsede havregrynRema 1000Rema 1000 Brørup, Brørup 3 Apr8.94 kr
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NutellaNutella · 1 kgBilka ToGo PickUp, Aarhus 16 Feb139 kr
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Hele sorte peberkornRema 1000Rema1000 Vordingborg, Vordingborg 27 Jan8.94 kr
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Signaturbrød GillelejehavnSchulstad · 750gRema1000 Vordingborg, Vordingborg 27 Jan25.95 kr
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Økologiske flåede tomaterRema 1000Rema1000 Vordingborg, Vordingborg 27 Jan6.37 kr
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Økologisk hakkede tomaterRema 1000Rema1000 Vordingborg, Vordingborg 27 Jan6.91 kr
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Rustikke Grovchips HavsaltRema 1000Rema1000 Vordingborg, Vordingborg 27 Jan11.55 kr
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Økologisk Havre DrinkPlantekøkkenetRema 1000, Odder 15 Dec11.55 kr
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Energy Gel PineapplePurepower SportPurePower Sport, Skive Kommune 4 Sep23 kr
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Energy Gel 25 med koffein Røde BærPurePower SportPurePower Sport, Skive Kommune 4 Sep23 kr
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Digestive classicFinton's, Finton's bakeryNetto, Odense 16 Aug7.5 kr
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Млечнокисел десерт и 28% смес с вишниMilbonaLidl, Ballerup 4 Aug17.95 kr
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Soya Blueberry soijajogurttiVemondoLidl, Ballerup 4 Aug12.95 kr
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Økologisk Dansk SukkerREMA 1000REMA 1000, Vildbjerg 13 Jul20.25 kr
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Rugbrøds bollerKohbergREMA 1000 Aalborg Vingårdsgade, Aalborg 23 Jun24 kr
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SødmælkGeiafoodBilka, København 12 May12.95 kr
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KakaopulverSallingBilka, København 12 May35.95 kr
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Solsikke OliesallingBilka, Greve Strand 3 May18.95 kr
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extra granola classicKellogg'sBilka, Greve Strand 30 Apr45.95 kr
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Let MilkNoraBilka, København 4 Apr12.25 kr
What this means for vanlife
Food in Denmark is significantly more expensive — 40.2% above the world average. One of the pricier food destinations: the same basket costs around $421 per month (vs $300 world average).
↑ Year-over-year change: +0% 2026
Index History
Based on World Bank ICP 2021, adjusted with IMF CPI
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FAQ
Is food expensive in Denmark?
Yes, food in Denmark is above average. The VanBasket Index is 140.2 (world average = 100), meaning food costs 40.2% more than the global average.
How much should I budget for food in Denmark per month?
If the world average monthly food spend is $300, in Denmark you can expect to spend around $421. This is based on the VanBasket Index of 140.2 (world = 100).
How does Denmark compare to similar countries?
Denmark has a VanBasket Index of 140.2. Similar or nearby countries: UAE, Sweden, New Zealand.
How often is the food price data for Denmark updated?
The index is updated monthly using IMF Consumer Price Index data. The baseline is from World Bank ICP 2021.
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