Is Stockholm more expensive than Malmo?

Stockholm is 25.6% more expensive than Malmo overall. Rent is 50.4% higher, groceries 10.7% more expensive, and restaurants 15.4% more expensive.

Which city has better purchasing power, Malmo or Stockholm?

Malmo has a purchasing power index of 130.0 while Stockholm has 120.7 (NYC = 100). Malmo offers better purchasing power.

Malmo vs Stockholm: Stockholm is 25.6% more expensive, rent 50% higher (2026)

Category	🇸🇪 Malmo	🇸🇪 Stockholm	Difference
Cost of Living	44.9	56.4	+25.6%
Rent	22.8	34.3	+50.4%
Groceries	66.2	73.3	+10.7%
Restaurants	71.3	82.3	+15.4%
Purchasing Power	130.0	120.7	-7.2%

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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