Stockholm
Stockholm offers safe (modeled from country-level inputs), fast internet (180 Mbps national median).
WhereNext composite score
6-dimension index (safety, healthcare, education, career, climate, transport) · Sweden avg 76 · global avg 63
- Cost index
- 82
- lower = cheaper · ~$3,000/mo single
- Safety (modeled)
- 78/100
- very safe
- Healthcare
- 100/100
- high quality
- Climate
- 35/100
- cooler climate
- Transport
- 90/100
- well connected
- Air quality
- 82/100
- clean air
Quick answer
Key facts
- ~$3,000/mo single-person estimated cost of living · 1-bed center $1600/mo.
- Safety (modeled): 78/100 very safe city by modeled safety index using country-level inputs.
- Healthcare: 100/100 high-quality healthcare access.
- Internet: 180 Mbps national median fixed broadband download, not a Stockholm-specific measurement — remote-work ready.
City composite
On par with peers
- Stockholm
- 74/100
- Sweden avg
- 76/100
- Global avg
- 63/100
Compared against 4 indexed cities in Sweden and 380 indexed cities globally.
Source: WhereNext 6-dimension city composite (safety, healthcare, education, climate, career, transport) · updated
The short version
How much does it cost to live in Stockholm?
~$3,000/mo for a single person. A central 1-bed is ~$1600/mo. Outside the center: ~$1100/mo.
Is Stockholm safe?
Safety score (modeled from country-level inputs): 78/100. Stockholm is considered very safe by global standards.
Can I work remotely from Stockholm?
Internet: 180 Mbps avg. Fast enough for video calls and cloud work. Coworking: ~$320/mo.
What's the climate like in Stockholm?
Climate score: 35/100. Cooler climate — pack layers.
The honest take
What's great
- Healthcare — scored 100/100
- Transport — scored 90/100
- Air Quality — scored 82/100
Watch out for
- Climate — scored 35/100
Is this place viable for you?
Quick decision check — Stockholm
Strengths
- Healthcare100/100
- Infrastructure90/100
- Safety78/100
Likely blockers
Lifestyle fit needs verification
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Decision Snapshot
Quality scores are out of 100, higher is better. Cost uses a 0–200 index, where lower is cheaper.
Monthly Reality Check
What things actually cost in Stockholm. Estimated total: ~$3,000/mo for a single person.
Based on verified local pricing data
1-bed apartment (centre)
$1,600
1-bed apartment (outside)
$1,100
Budget meal
$14
Cappuccino
$5
Monthly transport pass
$85
Coworking space
$320/mo
Avg internet speed (national)
180 Mbps
Deep Research
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Transport & Getting Around
Transport & Getting Around
Monthly transport pass: $85
Sweden — Policy & Systems
Sweden — Policy & Systems
Visa, tax, healthcare, and education policies are set at the national level. See the Sweden country guide for full details.
Language & Expat Community
Language & Expat Community
Official Languages
Swedish
English Proficiency
Very High
Foreign-born
20.0%
Expat Level
Hub
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Stockholm a good place to live for expats?
Stockholm scores 74/100 overall. It is moderately affordable (~$3,000/mo), very safe on the modeled safety index, and has a healthcare score of 100/100.
What does it cost to live in Stockholm?
The estimated monthly cost of living in Stockholm is ~$3,000 for a single person. A one-bedroom apartment in the center runs about $1600/mo.
How do I get around Stockholm?
Stockholm has a transport score of 90/100.
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