Stockholm

🇸🇪Sweden•Northern Europe

City Score

"A growing hub balancing local authenticity with emerging remote-work infrastructure."

City Metrics

Cost of Living87

Safety78

Healthcare89

Career Opportunities86

Climate53

Transport94

Air Quality62.5

Family Friendliness84

Education91

Top Neighborhoods

Central Core

Historic Quarter

Modern Suburbs

Housing Reality

Standard rental laws apply. Direct landlord negotiations are common, with 1-2 months deposit standard.

Getting Around

Ridesharing apps (Uber/Bolt/Local equivalent) are highly recommended outside the walkable core.

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Frequently Asked Questions

▸Is Stockholm a good place to live?

Stockholm scores 79/100 overall. It is very affordable (cost score: 87/100), very safe (safety: 78/100), and has excellent healthcare (healthcare: 89/100). Top neighborhoods include Central Core, Historic Quarter, Modern Suburbs.

▸What is the cost of living in Stockholm?

Stockholm has a cost of living score of 87/100 (higher = more affordable). Standard rental laws apply. Direct landlord negotiations are common, with 1-2 months deposit standard.

▸How do I get around Stockholm?

Stockholm has a transport score of 94/100. Ridesharing apps (Uber/Bolt/Local equivalent) are highly recommended outside the walkable core.

▸What are the best neighborhoods in Stockholm?

The most recommended neighborhoods in Stockholm are Central Core, Historic Quarter, Modern Suburbs. A growing hub balancing local authenticity with emerging remote-work infrastructure.

▸Is Stockholm safe for expats?

Stockholm has a safety score of 78/100. The city very safe and has an air quality score of 62.5/100.

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