Is Stockholm more expensive than Lund?

Stockholm is 40.0% more expensive than Lund overall. Rent is 61.0% higher, groceries 14.0% more expensive, and restaurants 16.2% more expensive.

Which city has better purchasing power, Lund or Stockholm?

Lund has a purchasing power index of 130.6 while Stockholm has 120.7 (NYC = 100). Lund offers better purchasing power.

Lund vs Stockholm: Stockholm is 40.0% more expensive, rent 61% higher (2026)

Category	🇸🇪 Lund	🇸🇪 Stockholm	Difference
Cost of Living	40.3	56.4	+40.0%
Rent	21.3	34.3	+61.0%
Groceries	64.3	73.3	+14.0%
Restaurants	70.8	82.3	+16.2%
Purchasing Power	130.6	120.7	-7.6%

Data from March – October 2026 · Cost of living: Numbeo, blended with Expatistan and LivingCost where available. Rent, groceries, restaurants and purchasing power: Numbeo (NYC = 100) · Indices reflect relative costs; absolute prices vary by neighbourhood.

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