Sweden
Live cost-of-living data across 1 city in Sweden — average cost index 42/100 (New York = 100), ranging from 42 to 42. Sourced by AI, refreshed regularly.
Cost of living by city in Sweden
Ranked cheapest first. Cost index anchored to New York = 100.
Frequently asked questions
Is Sweden cheap to live in?
Across 1 cities in Sweden, the average cost-of-living index is 42 (New York = 100) — from 42 in Stockholm to 42 in Stockholm. It's meaningfully cheaper than the US and Western Europe.
What is the cheapest city in Sweden?
Stockholm is the most affordable city we track in Sweden, with a cost-of-living index of 42 (New York = 100) and a 1-bedroom city-center rent around $1,650/month.
How much does it cost to live in Sweden per month?
A single person can live comfortably in the cheaper cities of Sweden for roughly $840–$1,176/month. Costs scale up toward Stockholm. See the full city-by-city breakdown above.
Compare Stockholm with anywhere
Dig into any Sweden city, or see where your salary stretches furthest worldwide.