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Stockholm (greater city) · Cost of Living 2026
City Guide · Sweden · Europe

Cost of Living in Stockholm (greater city), Sweden
2026 Expat Guide

below NYC cost levels close to the global city average (CoL 87.2)

For expats relocating to Stockholm (greater city), Sweden, the cost of living index of 89.4 (on par with NYC) translates to roughly ~$750/month for a 1-bedroom apartment in the city center.

With a population of 1.6 million, Stockholm (greater city) is a major city in Sweden.

Monthly Budget: $500–800/month  ·  CoL Index: N/A (NYC = 100, global avg 87.2)
🇸🇪 Sweden Pop. 1.6M Updated April 2026
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1-BR Centre
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Cheap Meal
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Key Cost of Living Data

Stockholm (greater city) 2026 · NYC baseline = 100

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CategoryValueNotesSource
CoL IndexN/ANYC baseline = 100 · global avg 87.2GlobalCostData 2026
Rent IndexN/AAvg rent vs NYCGlobalCostData 2026
1-BR City Centre$750*Monthly rent, USDGlobalCostData 2026
1-BR Outside Centre$520*Monthly rent, USDGlobalCostData 2026
Cheap Restaurant MealN/APer person, USDGlobalCostData 2026
Monthly GroceriesN/ASingle person, USDGlobalCostData 2026
Monthly TransportN/ATransit pass, USDGlobalCostData 2026

* country-level average used as proxy (per-city sample not yet collected)

Affordability snapshot

Rent / Salary ratio
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Share of average net salary absorbed by 1-bed city-centre rent. Lower = more disposable income.

Country context · Sweden

Avg net salary
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Food basket /mo
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Avg rent /mo
$652
Internet speed
102 Mbps
Safety index
7.2
HDI
0.952
Life expectancy
79.7 yrs
Purchasing power
76.4

Housing & Rent

USD per month · 2026

TypeUSD / monthNotes
1-bed, city centre$750*Capital city avg.
1-bed, outside centre$520*Suburbs avg.
Country avg rent$652Sweden (national)

* country-level average used as proxy (per-city sample not yet collected)

Food & Dining

Per-item prices in USD

ItemPrice (USD)Notes
Cheap restaurant mealN/APer person
Mid-range restaurant (2p)N/A3-course
Monthly groceries (single)N/ASingle person estimate
Country food basketN/ASweden (national avg)

* country-level average used as proxy (per-city sample not yet collected)

Transport

Monthly costs in USD

TypePrice (USD)Notes
Monthly transit passN/APublic transport avg.

City Insight

Stockholm (greater city)'s CoL Index of 89.4 places it close to the NYC baseline — a familiar cost environment for North American and Western European professionals.

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Monthly Budget Estimates

Stockholm (greater city) · 2026 · Single person

LifestyleMonthly Budget (USD)Notes
Frugal$500Shared room, basic lifestyle
Comfortable$8001-bed apt, normal expat lifestyle
Western expat$1,300Private apt, regular travel

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Frequently Asked Questions

Stockholm (greater city) cost of living

Is Stockholm (greater city) cheap to live in?
Stockholm (greater city) has a CoL Index of 89.4, placing it in line with mid-tier Western cities. It is neither cheap nor expensive by global standards. Budget $1,073–$1,609/month for a comfortable expat lifestyle.
What is the average rent in Stockholm (greater city)?
A 1-bedroom apartment in the centre of Stockholm (greater city) costs approximately $750/month, while outside the city centre it averages $520/month. Prices vary significantly by neighbourhood and property quality.
How much money do you need to live comfortably in Stockholm (greater city)?
A comfortable single-person lifestyle in Stockholm (greater city) requires approximately $801/month, covering rent, food, transport, and leisure. On a tight budget (shared housing, cooking at home), $448/month is feasible. A Western expat lifestyle with private accommodation costs $1,371+/month.
How does Stockholm (greater city) compare to New York City for cost of living?
Stockholm (greater city) is approximately 11% cheaper than New York City overall (CoL Index 89.4 vs NYC baseline of 100). Rent specifically is 67% lower than NYC. Expats from NYC will find a broadly similar cost environment.
What is the average salary in Stockholm (greater city)?
Salary data for Stockholm (greater city) is not yet available in our dataset. For national averages, see the Sweden country profile. International job boards and local recruiters are the best source for current benchmarks.

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Sources: World Bank Open Data 2026 · GlobalCostData Research 2026. Data verified April 2026. Not financial or legal advice.
Disclaimer: Prices are indicative and vary by neighbourhood and individual lifestyle. Verify with local sources before relocating.