Gothenburg, Sweden

In 2026, a single person living in Gothenburg needs approximately SEK 21,226/month, covering rent, groceries, transport and utilities. A family of 3–4 typically spends around SEK 38,935/month. Gothenburg is considered a relatively expensive city by global standards.

A 1-bedroom apartment in Gothenburg costs approximately SEK 13,299/month in 2026. A 3-bedroom apartment runs around SEK 22,343/month. Rent has changed +2.5% vs 2025.

Monthly grocery costs for one person in Gothenburg are approximately SEK 4,469 in 2026. This covers basic supermarket shopping including food and household essentials.

A monthly public transport pass in Gothenburg costs SEK 958 in 2026, covering unlimited bus, metro and tram travel within the city.

Monthly utility costs in Gothenburg average SEK 1,224 in 2026, covering electricity, heating/cooling, water and internet for a standard apartment.

Gothenburg is located in Sweden (Europe). With a 1-bed rent of SEK 13,299/month and total single-person expenses around SEK 21,226/month, it is relatively expensive by global standards.

A typical restaurant meal for one person in Gothenburg costs approximately SEK 160 in 2026. Budget around SEK 1,277/month if dining out a few times a week.

LifeIndexed tracks cost of living data for Gothenburg from 2022 to 2026. 1-bed rent has increased by 20.9% over this period (from SEK 11,000 in 2022 to SEK 13,299 in 2026). Use the year tabs above to compare costs across years.

To live comfortably in Gothenburg in 2026, a single person needs approximately SEK 21,226/month. This covers rent (SEK 13,299), groceries (SEK 4,469), transport (SEK 958), utilities (SEK 1,224) and dining out occasionally. A family of 3–4 should budget around SEK 38,935/month.