Is Salt Lake City more expensive than Gothenburg?

Salt Lake City is 0.0% cheaper than Gothenburg overall. Rent is 49.6% higher, groceries 3.4% more expensive, and restaurants 4.8% cheaper.

Which city has better purchasing power, Gothenburg or Salt Lake City?

Gothenburg has a purchasing power index of 152.1 while Salt Lake City has 151.7 (NYC = 100). Gothenburg offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇸🇪 Gothenburg vs 🇺🇸 Salt Lake City

2026

Salt Lake City is 0.0% cheaper

Category	🇸🇪 Gothenburg	🇺🇸 Salt Lake City	Difference
Cost of Living	66.5	66.5	0.0%
Rent	25.2	37.7	+49.6%
Groceries	70.6	73.0	+3.4%
Restaurants	69.4	66.1	-4.8%
Purchasing Power	152.1	151.7	-0.3%

Data verified Q1 2026 · Source: Numbeo cost-of-living indices (NYC = 100 baseline) · Indices reflect relative costs; absolute prices vary by neighbourhood.

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