Is Salt Lake City more expensive than Stockholm?

Salt Lake City is 0.2% more expensive than Stockholm overall. Rent is 7.6% higher, groceries 6.0% cheaper, and restaurants 15.1% cheaper.

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

Stockholm has a purchasing power index of 120.7 while Salt Lake City has 155.5 (NYC = 100). Salt Lake City offers better purchasing power.

Stockholm vs Salt Lake City: Salt Lake City is 0.2% more expensive, rent 8% higher (2026)

Category	🇸🇪 Stockholm	🇺🇸 Salt Lake City	Difference
Cost of Living	55.2	55.3	+0.2%
Rent	34.3	36.9	+7.6%
Groceries	73.3	68.9	-6.0%
Restaurants	82.3	69.9	-15.1%
Purchasing Power	120.7	155.5	+28.8%

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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