Cost of Living & Prices:
Sweden vs. United States
Compare the cost of living and prices of goods and services, such as consumer goods prices, housing costs, average wages and more, to learn about differences and similarities between countries.
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Grocery
Sweden vs. United States - grocery purchase prices. You would pay on average 1.17 times less for grocery shopping in Sweden than in the United States.
Apples (1kg)
One kilogram of apples costs 3.18 EUR (3.78 USD) in Sweden and 6.24 EUR (7.41 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 49% lower in Sweden.
Banana (1kg)
1 kilogram of bananas costs 2.69 EUR (3.2 USD) in Sweden and 2.12 EUR (2.52 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 21.2% lower in the United States.
Beef Round (1kg) (or Equivalent Back Leg Red Meat)
One kilogram of beef or similar meat costs 17.29 EUR (20.52 USD) in Sweden and 16.8 EUR (19.94 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 2.8% lower in the United States.
Bottle of Wine (Mid-Range)
A bottle of medium-grade wine costs 11.33 EUR (13.45 USD) in Sweden and 15.16 EUR (18 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 25.3% lower in Sweden.
Chicken Fillets (1kg)
One kilogram of chicken fillet costs 12.03 EUR (14.28 USD) in Sweden and 13.54 EUR (16.08 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 11.2% lower in Sweden.
Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro)
A pack of 20 cigarettes costs 7.17 EUR (8.52 USD) in Sweden and 16 EUR (19 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 55.2% lower in Sweden.
Domestic Beer (0.5 liter bottle)
Domestic beer in a 0.5 liter bottle costs 1.99 EUR (2.37 USD) in Sweden and 2.81 EUR (3.34 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 29.2% lower in Sweden.
Eggs (regular) (12)
You will pay 4.22 EUR (5.01 USD) for 12 eggs in Sweden and 6.06 EUR (7.19 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 30.4% lower in Sweden.
Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)
A 0.33 liter bottle of imported beer costs 2.07 EUR (2.46 USD) in Sweden and 3.21 EUR (3.81 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 35.5% lower in Sweden.
Johnnie Walker Red Label Whisky 0.7 Litre
A 0.7 liter bottle of Johnnie Walker Red Label whiskey costs 21.8 EUR (25.88 USD) in Sweden and 21.05 EUR (24.99 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 3.4% lower in the United States.
Lettuce (1 head)
One head of lettuce costs 2.3 EUR (2.73 USD) in Sweden and 2.48 EUR (2.94 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 7.3% lower in Sweden.
Loaf of Fresh White Bread (500g)
One loaf of fresh white bread costs 3.01 EUR (3.58 USD) in Sweden and 4.22 EUR (5.01 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 28.7% lower in Sweden.
Local Cheese (1kg)
One kilogram of locally produced cheese costs 11.08 EUR (13.16 USD) in Sweden and 14.45 EUR (17.16 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 23.3% lower in Sweden.
Milk (regular), (1 liter)
One liter of milk costs 1.57 EUR (1.86 USD) in Sweden and 1.34 EUR (1.59 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 14.6% lower in the United States.
Onion (1kg)
One kilogram of onions costs 1.65 EUR (1.96 USD) in Sweden and 3.38 EUR (4.01 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 51.2% lower in Sweden.
Oranges (1kg)
One kilogram of oranges costs 3.07 EUR (3.64 USD) in Sweden and 4.82 EUR (5.72 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 36.3% lower in Sweden.
Potato (1kg)
One kilogram of potatoes costs 1.79 EUR (2.13 USD) in Sweden and 3.15 EUR (3.74 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 43.2% lower in Sweden.
Rice (white), (1kg)
One kilogram of white rice costs 3.56 EUR (4.23 USD) in Sweden and 6.97 EUR (8.27 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 48.9% lower in Sweden.
Smirnoff Red Label Vodka 0.7 Litre
A 0.7 liter bottle of Smirnoff Red Label vodka costs 18.84 EUR (22.37 USD) in Sweden and 7.56 EUR (8.98 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 59.9% lower in the United States.
Tomato (1kg)
One kilogram of tomatoes costs 4.14 EUR (4.92 USD) in Sweden and 5.37 EUR (6.37 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 22.9% lower in Sweden.
Water (1.5 liter bottle)
A 1.5 liter bottle of water costs 1.42 EUR (1.69 USD) in Sweden and 2.1 EUR (2.49 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 32.4% lower in Sweden.
Restaurant
Sweden vs. United States - expenses on meals in restaurants. You would pay 1.23 times less for meals in restaurants in Sweden than in the United States.
Cappuccino (regular)
For a cappuccino in a restaurant, you'll pay 4.56 EUR (5.41 USD) in Sweden and 4.94 EUR (5.86 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 7.7% lower in Sweden.
Coke/Pepsi (0.33 liter bottle)
A 0.33 liter bottle of Coca-Cola or Pepsi costs 2.9 EUR (3.44 USD) in Sweden and 2.78 EUR (3.3 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 4.1% lower in the United States.
Domestic Beer (0.5 liter draught)
Domestic beer with a capacity of 0.5 liters costs 7.27 EUR (8.63 USD) in Sweden and 6.74 EUR (8 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 7.3% lower in the United States.
Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)
A 0.33 liter bottle of imported beer costs 7.51 EUR (8.91 USD) in Sweden and 10.11 EUR (12 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 25.7% lower in Sweden.
McMeal at McDonalds (or Equivalent Combo Meal)
A McMeal or similar meal at McDonald's costs 10.38 EUR (12.33 USD) in Sweden and 10.11 EUR (12 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 2.6% lower in the United States.
Meal for 2 People, Mid-range Restaurant, Three-course
A three-course meal for two people at a mid-range restaurant costs 94.4 EUR (112.08 USD) in Sweden and 117.92 EUR (140 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 19.9% lower in Sweden.
Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant
A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs 14.59 EUR (17.32 USD) in Sweden and 21.9 EUR (26 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 33.4% lower in Sweden.
Water (0.33 liter bottle)
A 0.33 liter bottle of water costs 2.32 EUR (2.75 USD) in Sweden and 2.15 EUR (2.55 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 7.3% lower in the United States.
Fuel
Sweden vs. United States - expenses related to fuel. You would pay 1.79 times more for fuel in Sweden than in the United States.
Diesel 1L
A liter of diesel costs 1.49 EUR (1.77 USD) in Sweden and 0.83 EUR (0.99 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 44.3% lower in the United States.
Gasoline 1L
A liter of gasoline costs 1.39 EUR (1.65 USD) in Sweden and 0.78 EUR (0.93 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 43.9% lower in the United States.
Transportation
Sweden vs. United States - costs of transportation and public communication. You would pay 1.08 times more for transportation in Sweden than in the United States.
Monthly Pass (Regular Price)
The monthly ticket price for public transportation is 100.07 EUR (118.8 USD) in Sweden and 111.19 EUR (132 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 10% lower in Sweden.
One-way Ticket (Local Transport)
The one-way ticket price for local transportation is 4.06 EUR (4.82 USD) in Sweden and 2.44 EUR (2.9 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 39.9% lower in the United States.
Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)
The cost of a one-hour taxi stand/wait is 55.7 EUR (66.12 USD) in Sweden and 35.38 EUR (42 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 36.5% lower in the United States.
Taxi 1km (Normal Tariff)
The fare for each kilometer traveled is 1.65 EUR (1.96 USD) in Sweden and 1.83 EUR (2.17 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 9.8% lower in Sweden.
Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)
The initial fare during a taxi ride is 5.57 EUR (6.61 USD) in Sweden and 4.2 EUR (4.99 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 24.6% lower in the United States.
Sports & entertainment
Sweden vs. United States - costs related to entertainment and sports.
Cinema, International Release, 1 Seat
The ticket price for a foreign film in the cinema is 16.28 EUR (19.33 USD) in Sweden and 16.85 EUR (20 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 3.4% lower in Sweden.
Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult
The monthly fee for entry to the fitness club is 43.6 EUR (51.76 USD) in Sweden and 132.89 EUR (157.77 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 67.2% lower in Sweden.
Tennis Court Rent (1 Hour on Weekend)
The cost of renting a tennis court for one hour on the weekend is 33.78 EUR (40.1 USD) in Sweden and 54.75 EUR (65 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 38.3% lower in Sweden.
Flats for rent
Sweden vs. United States - costs of renting an apartment. You would pay about 2.64 times less for renting an apartment in Sweden than in the United States.
Apartment (1 bedroom) in City Centre
For renting an apartment in the city center consisting of a living room and one bedroom, you will pay 1401 EUR (1663.45 USD) in Sweden and 3418 EUR (4057.67 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 59% lower in Sweden.
Apartment (1 bedroom) Outside of Centre
For renting an apartment outside the city center consisting of a living room and one bedroom, you will pay 913.36 EUR (1084.34 USD) in Sweden and 2142 EUR (2543.17 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 57.4% lower in Sweden.
Apartment (3 bedrooms) in City Centre
For renting an apartment in the city center consisting of a living room and three bedrooms, you will pay 2493 EUR (2959.83 USD) in Sweden and 6925 EUR (8221.43 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 64% lower in Sweden.
Apartment (3 bedrooms) Outside of Centre
For renting an apartment outside the city center consisting of a living room and three bedrooms, you will pay 1578 EUR (1873.28 USD) in Sweden and 4403 EUR (5226.67 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 64.2% lower in Sweden.
Flats for sale
Sweden vs. United States - costs of purchasing an apartment. You would pay 1.53 times less for buying an apartment in Sweden than in the United States.
Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment in City Centre
For one square meter of an apartment in the city center you will pay 10581 EUR (12561.17 USD) in Sweden and 14619 EUR (17355.2 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 27.6% lower in Sweden.
Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment Outside of Centre
For one square meter of an apartment outside the city center, you will pay 5662 EUR (6721.59 USD) in Sweden and 10256 EUR (12176.1 USD) in the United States. The price of this product is 44.8% lower in Sweden.
Salary
Sweden vs. United States - average salary. The average salary in Sweden is 1.39 times lower than in the United States.
Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)
The average monthly salary after taxes is 3129 EUR (3715.1 USD) in Sweden and 4334 EUR (5145.25 USD) in the United States. The average salary is 27.8% lower in Sweden.
Hotels
Sweden vs. United States - prices of accommodation in hostels, guesthouses, and hotels.
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Average accommodation prices based on Expedia.com data • Update: 15 Dec 2024 (1 night stay for 2 people on 29 Dec 2024) • Sweden: 19 cities, 391 hotels • United States: 20 cities, 3762 hotels