Basispris

Basispris is the fixed component of a price, representing the base charge for a service regardless of how much is used. It is a common element in two-part tariffs and helps cover fixed costs such as infrastructure, administration, and customer service. The basispris is distinct from variable charges that depend on the amount of service consumed.

The term is used in different sectors, most notably electricity and telecommunications. In electricity tariffs, basispris is typically billed per period (monthly or yearly) while the consumption is charged per kilowatt-hour. In telecom, a subscription fee or monthly basispris is charged, with additional costs for call time, data, or other usage. In some markets the basispris may be referred to as fastpris or grunnpris.

Regulatory and market conditions influence how basispris is set and disclosed. Clear separation between fixed and variable components helps consumers compare offers. The size of the basispris affects total annual costs: a higher fixed charge can raise costs for low usage, while a lower basispris can be advantageous for high usage if per-unit rates are favorable.

Example: A supplier offers a basispris of 50 NOK per month and a consumption price of 0.40 NOK per kWh. If the customer uses 300 kWh in a month, the total would be 50 + (0.40 × 300) = 170 NOK.

Overall, basispris is a key factor in tariff structure and consumer decision-making, particularly when comparing different pricing plans with varying fixed and variable components.