Malmo, Sweden

In 2023, a single person living in Malmo needs approximately SEK 17,070/month, covering rent, groceries, transport and utilities. A family of 3–4 typically spends around SEK 31,462/month. Malmo is considered a relatively expensive city by global standards.

A 1-bedroom apartment in Malmo costs approximately SEK 10,340/month in 2023. A 3-bedroom apartment runs around SEK 17,390/month. Rent has changed +6.8% vs 2022.

Monthly grocery costs for one person in Malmo are approximately SEK 3,760 in 2023. This covers basic supermarket shopping including food and household essentials.

A monthly public transport pass in Malmo costs SEK 846 in 2023, covering unlimited bus, metro and tram travel within the city.

Monthly utility costs in Malmo average SEK 1,034 in 2023, covering electricity, heating/cooling, water and internet for a standard apartment.

Malmo is located in Sweden (Europe). With a 1-bed rent of SEK 10,340/month and total single-person expenses around SEK 17,070/month, it is relatively expensive by global standards.

A typical restaurant meal for one person in Malmo costs approximately SEK 136 in 2023. Budget around SEK 1,090/month if dining out a few times a week.

LifeIndexed tracks cost of living data for Malmo from 2022 to 2026. 1-bed rent has increased by 20.9% over this period (from SEK 9,680 in 2022 to SEK 11,703 in 2026). Use the year tabs above to compare costs across years.

To live comfortably in Malmo in 2023, a single person needs approximately SEK 17,070/month. This covers rent (SEK 10,340), groceries (SEK 3,760), transport (SEK 846), utilities (SEK 1,034) and dining out occasionally. A family of 3–4 should budget around SEK 31,462/month.