Is Uppsala more expensive than Lund?

Uppsala is 2.7% more expensive than Lund overall. Rent is 3.8% lower, groceries 7.9% more expensive, and restaurants 0.1% cheaper.

Which city has better purchasing power, Lund or Uppsala?

Lund has a purchasing power index of 130.6 while Uppsala has 133.7 (NYC = 100). Uppsala offers better purchasing power.

Lund vs Uppsala: Uppsala is 2.7% more expensive, rent 4% lower (2026)

Category	🇸🇪 Lund	🇸🇪 Uppsala	Difference
Cost of Living	40.9	42.0	+2.7%
Rent	21.3	20.5	-3.8%
Groceries	64.3	69.4	+7.9%
Restaurants	70.8	70.7	-0.1%
Purchasing Power	130.6	133.7	+2.4%

Data from 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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