This data visualization illustrates the price development of sausages (pølser) and ice cream (iskrem) in Norway over the past ten years compared to general food price inflation. The data is represented as a percentage increase from its baseline value ten years ago. Specifically, the price of sausages has risen by nearly 8%, while ice cream has seen an increase of almost 13%. These figures are compared against the overall food price index, which has experienced a higher growth rate over the same period.
The visualization provides insights into how staple foods for Norway’s National Day (17th of May) have been affected by inflation. The dataset includes price trends from 2014 to 2024, likely sourced from Statistics Norway (SSB) or similar governmental economic data providers.
Data Source & Copyright Information
Data owner: Likely Statistics Norway (SSB) or another official economic data provider.
Copyright status: If sourced from SSB, it is under the Norwegian Licence for Open Government Data (NLOD), allowing free use with attribution.
Further details: Check official sources like Statistics Norway (SSB) for more information on data collection and methodology.
The visualization aims to provide a clear and accessible comparison of price growth for these festive food items, offering context for discussions on inflation and purchasing power in Norway.