takster

Takster is the plural form of takst, a term used in Danish and Norwegian to denote official rates, tariffs, or prices published as a tariff or rate schedule. A takst specifies how much is charged for a service or good under defined conditions and is intended to provide predictable pricing. The singular takst refers to a single rate, while takster encompasses the set of rates within a tariff.

Takster are typically set by public authorities, utility companies, transport operators, or other regulated entities. They are usually codified in tariff documents or rate cards and updated periodically to reflect costs, policy goals, inflation, or subsidies. Rates can vary by service type, user category (for example, age or student status), time of use (peak vs off-peak), distance or consumption level, and geographic zone.

Common examples include bus or railway fares, electricity and water tariffs, waste management fees, and fees for public services such as licensing or admissions. In many systems, takster provide transparency and consistency in billing, while enabling policy instruments such as subsidies, exemptions, or discounts.

In Norwegian usage, takster are used similarly across sectors, including transport, utilities, and public services. In some contexts takst can also denote an appraisal or valuation, such as an insurance or real estate assessment, though this sense is distinct from the tariff meaning. The concept is closely related to tariffs, rates, and fees in other languages.