Is Stockholm more expensive than Raleigh?

Stockholm is 0.4% more expensive than Raleigh overall. Rent is 7.8% lower, groceries 4.2% cheaper, and restaurants 5.0% cheaper.

Which city has better purchasing power, Raleigh or Stockholm?

Raleigh has a purchasing power index of 154.4 while Stockholm has 120.7 (NYC = 100). Raleigh offers better purchasing power.

Raleigh vs Stockholm: Stockholm is 0.4% more expensive, rent 8% lower (2026)

Category	🇺🇸 Raleigh	🇸🇪 Stockholm	Difference
Cost of Living	55.0	55.2	+0.4%
Rent	37.2	34.3	-7.8%
Groceries	76.5	73.3	-4.2%
Restaurants	86.6	82.3	-5.0%
Purchasing Power	154.4	120.7	-21.8%

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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