Food Prices in Denmark — September 2026
Updated: 1 September 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 loafopen receipts 64 prices · updated 8 Sep$1.46
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Water 1.5 L bottle
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Cheese 1 kgopen receipts 38 prices · updated 8 Sep$11.46
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Tomatoes 1 kg
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Potatoes 1 kg
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Beer 0.5 L bottle
Every traveller price is reviewed by hand; the row shows how many reports from the last 90 days back the figure.
Data: WhereNext (CC BY 4.0, January 2026) · Open Food Facts — Open Prices (ODbL)
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Recent real receipts
Real purchases logged in this country (crowdsourced, local names)
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SkummetMælkLøgismoseNetto, Gentofte Kommune 7 Sep deal8 kr
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SødmælkLøgimose · 1 lNetto, Gentofte Kommune 7 Sep deal10 kr
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saltkødEgelykkeNetto, Gentofte Kommune 7 Sep deal12 kr
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Gyros Af GrisDanisco CrownNetto, Gentofte Kommune 6 Sep deal27 kr
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MinimælkLøgismose · 1 LNetto, Gentofte Kommune 7 Sep deal8 kr
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GrillostArlaNetto, Gentofte Kommune 3 Sep deal20 kr
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HvedebollerKohbergNetto, Gentofte Kommune 7 Sep deal5 kr
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LATTE CARAME NESCAFE NUTRI-SCORENescafé · 250 mlNetto, Gentofte Kommune 8 Sep deal8 kr
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Lavazza latteLavazzaNetto, Gentofte Kommune 8 Sep deal8 kr
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Kakao SkummetmælkMATILDENetto, Gentofte Kommune 8 Sep deal5 kr
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Tulip BaconpostejTulip · 400 gNetto, Gentofte Kommune 7 Sep deal10 kr
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MinimælkNoraNetto, Gentofte Kommune 7 Sep deal10 kr
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Boller I KarrynæmtNetto, Gentofte Kommune 7 Sep deal25 kr
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Garlic & coriander naan breadsClay Oven BakeryNetto, Gentofte Kommune 3 Sep deal12 kr
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RullepølseEgelykkeNetto, Gentofte Kommune 7 Sep deal9 kr
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friske rustikke kartoflerpekaNetto, Gentofte Kommune 7 Sep deal10 kr
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Arla Laktosefri Pære & Banan-yoghurtArlaNetto, Gentofte Kommune 7 Sep deal13 kr
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Multifrugt juiceFrugtkompagnietNetto, Gentofte Kommune 7 Sep deal17 kr
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Rugbrød gulerodSchulstadNetto, Gentofte Kommune 7 Sep deal12 kr
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MinimælkLøgismose · 1 LNetto, Gentofte Kommune 8 Sep deal11 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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