Cost of Living in Stockholm
Sweden • Pop: 1.0M
Stockholm offers Scandinavian design and innovation at high costs.
Innovation hubBeautiful archipelagoDesign capitalHigh quality of life
Cost
Index
Index
108
Rent
Index
Index
115
Avg Net Salary
$2,850/mo
Cost Breakdown vs NYC (Index 100)
Overall Cost
108
8% pricierRent
115
15% pricierGroceries
95
5% cheaperRestaurants
102
2% pricierTransport
98
2% cheaperUtilities
105
5% pricierSalary Equivalence
How much you'd need to earn in Stockholm to match a NYC salary
| NYC Salary | Equivalent in Stockholm | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| $50,000 | $54,000 | Need $4,000 more |
| $75,000 | $81,000 | Need $6,000 more |
| $100,000 | $108,000 | Need $8,000 more |
| $125,000 | $135,000 | Need $10,000 more |
| $150,000 | $162,000 | Need $12,000 more |
| $200,000 | $216,000 | Need $16,000 more |
Living in Stockholm: What to Expect
Stockholm has a cost of living index of 108, meaning it is 8% more expensive than NYC in overall living costs.
The average net monthly salary in Stockholm is approximately kr38,000 ($2,850 when converted to USD).
Cost Breakdown
- Rent: Index of 115
- Groceries: Index of 95
- Restaurants: Index of 102
- Transport: Index of 98
- Utilities: Index of 105
Key highlights: Innovation hub, Beautiful archipelago, Design capital, High quality of life.
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