PhD living costs in Copenhagen, Denmark
Generous score 2.16
Generous — net stipend covers at least 200% of estimated living costs (score ≥ 2.0). Current estimate score: 2.16.
A PhD stipend of €4,700/month (est. net €4,136) is generous in Copenhagen, Denmark relative to estimated student living costs (score 2.16).
PhD scholarships in Copenhagen
Funded institute listings on this site with affordability data for this city.
- PhD Scholarships at University of Copenhagen €4,700/mo Generous
Living costs in Copenhagen — FAQ
How expensive is it to live as a PhD student in Copenhagen?
We estimate student living costs in Copenhagen, Denmark at about €1,915/month. That figure starts from the country price level and applies a city factor of 1.10 (1.00 = country baseline). Housing and transport usually drive the city premium.
Is a typical PhD stipend enough in Copenhagen?
On this site the reference stipend for Copenhagen is about €4700/month gross (≈ €4136 net after our tax estimate). Versus €1,915 living costs, the affordability score is about 2.16 — rated Generous. Your contract may differ.
What does the city factor mean for Copenhagen?
The city factor (1.10 for Copenhagen) scales country-level living costs up or down. Values above 1.00 mean Copenhagen is more expensive than the Denmark average in our model; below 1.00 means relatively cheaper.
How does Copenhagen compare with the rest of Denmark?
Country affordability pages use national price levels without the city adjustment. Copenhagen applies city factor 1.10, so estimated living costs here are €1,915/month at the same stipend assumptions. Open the Denmark overview for the national median.
Indicative estimates from Eurostat/OECD price levels. Not tax or financial advice.