Stockholm, Sweden

In 2026, a single person living in Stockholm needs approximately SEK 25,115/month, covering rent, groceries, transport and utilities. A family of 3–4 typically spends around SEK 45,745/month. Stockholm is considered a relatively expensive city by global standards.

A 1-bedroom apartment in Stockholm costs approximately SEK 16,491/month in 2026. A 3-bedroom apartment runs around SEK 27,663/month. Rent has changed +2.5% vs 2025.

Monthly grocery costs for one person in Stockholm are approximately SEK 4,894 in 2026. This covers basic supermarket shopping including food and household essentials.

A monthly public transport pass in Stockholm costs SEK 1,037 in 2026, covering unlimited bus, metro and tram travel within the city.

Monthly utility costs in Stockholm average SEK 1,330 in 2026, covering electricity, heating/cooling, water and internet for a standard apartment.

Stockholm is located in Sweden (Europe). With a 1-bed rent of SEK 16,491/month and total single-person expenses around SEK 25,115/month, it is relatively expensive by global standards.

A typical restaurant meal for one person in Stockholm costs approximately SEK 170 in 2026. Budget around SEK 1,362/month if dining out a few times a week.

LifeIndexed tracks cost of living data for Stockholm from 2022 to 2026. 1-bed rent has increased by 20.9% over this period (from SEK 13,640 in 2022 to SEK 16,491 in 2026). Use the year tabs above to compare costs across years.

To live comfortably in Stockholm in 2026, a single person needs approximately SEK 25,115/month. This covers rent (SEK 16,491), groceries (SEK 4,894), transport (SEK 1,037), utilities (SEK 1,330) and dining out occasionally. A family of 3–4 should budget around SEK 45,745/month.