Cost of Living in Stockholm, Sweden
Stockholm is a city in Sweden, where a single person can expect to spend about $2,525 per month including rent, food, and local transport. A one-bedroom apartment in the city centre averages $1,760 per month, or $1,141 outside the centre. Internet is fast at around 190 Mbps median download speed. On safety, Stockholm scores 70/100 — generally safe for residents and visitors. Expect summer highs near 69°F and winter highs around 36°F, with roughly 140 sunny days a year.
Stockholm Cost of Living Breakdown
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Lifestyle & Quality of Life in Stockholm
How Stockholm Ranks Among 340 Cities
Of the 340 cities Voyica tracks, Stockholm ranks in the top 1% for air quality, but sits in the bottom 18% for food scene. It costs more than 82% of them.
| Metric | Stockholm | World rank | Rank in Europe |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monthly cost | $2,525 | #282 of 340 | #79 of 91 |
| Safety | 70/100 | #137 of 340 | #77 of 91 |
| Healthcare | 66/100 | #187 of 340 | #62 of 91 |
| Internet speed | 190 Mbps | #149 of 340 | #32 of 91 |
| Walkability | 78/100 | #37 of 340 | #27 of 91 |
| Public transit | 80/100 | #23 of 340 | #13 of 91 |
| Food scene | 64/100 | #282 of 340 | #69 of 91 |
| Air quality | 96/100 | #2 of 340 | #1 of 91 |
Rank 1 = most affordable, safest, and so on. Computed across every city in Voyica's dataset (June 2026 snapshot); ties share a rank.
Cheaper Alternatives to Stockholm
Cities with a similar mix of safety, food, culture, walkability and climate that cost at least 15% less per month than Stockholm.
- Riga, Latvia — $1,405/mo, 44% cheaper, safety 76/100
- Hamburg, Germany — $2,009/mo, 20% cheaper, safety 78/100
- Warsaw, Poland — $1,866/mo, 26% cheaper, safety 72/100
- Vilnius, Lithuania — $1,541/mo, 39% cheaper, safety 80/100
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Stockholm Digital Nomads
Stockholm FAQ
How much does it cost to live in Stockholm?
A single person should budget around $2,525 per month in Stockholm, covering rent, groceries, transport, and basic lifestyle costs. A family of four typically needs about $4,963 per month excluding rent.
How much is rent in Stockholm?
A one-bedroom apartment in central Stockholm averages $1,760 per month, dropping to about $1,141 outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about $2,800.
Is Stockholm safe?
Stockholm scores 70/100 on safety, which is generally safe. Tourist safety is rated 90/100.
How fast is the internet in Stockholm?
Median download speeds in Stockholm are around 190 Mbps — fast for remote work and video calls. There are roughly 55 coworking spaces in the city.
Does Sweden offer a digital nomad visa?
Sweden does not currently offer a dedicated digital nomad visa. US passport holders can usually stay 90 days visa-free.
What is the weather like in Stockholm?
Stockholm sees summer highs around 69°F and winter highs near 36°F, with about 140 mostly sunny days a year and at least 1 mm of rain on about 99 days.
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