🇸🇪 Cost of Living in Sweden
3 cities, ranked from wallet-friendly to wallet-hostile
Median monthly budget · single · city center
$1,887/mo
Across 3 cities we track
Couple
$2,476
Family of 4
$4,257
City-by-city damage report
Rent — the biggest line item
Source: Numbeo. Prices in USD.
Grocery prices — the supermarket reality check
Median across 3 cities
Eating out — because you won't cook every night
Median prices across 3 cities
Getting around — or trying to
Median prices across 3 cities
Sweden vs. the neighbors
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to live in Sweden?▼
Across 3 cities, a single person spends a median of $1,887/month including rent. Gothenburg is the cheapest at $1,785/mo, while Stockholm runs $2,849/mo.
What is the average rent in Sweden?▼
Median rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in the city center is $1,092/month across 3 cities we track.
What is the average salary in Sweden?▼
The median monthly net salary (after tax) across 3 cities is about $3,913, based on Numbeo data.
What is the cheapest city in Sweden?▼
Gothenburg is the most affordable at $1,785/month for a single person. Stockholm is the most expensive at $2,849/month.
Cost data sourced from Numbeo. Updated periodically.