Is Uppsala more expensive than Stockholm?

Uppsala is 23.9% cheaper than Stockholm overall. Rent is 40.2% lower, groceries 5.3% cheaper, and restaurants 14.1% cheaper.

Which city has better purchasing power, Stockholm or Uppsala?

Stockholm has a purchasing power index of 120.7 while Uppsala has 133.7 (NYC = 100). Uppsala offers better purchasing power.

Stockholm vs Uppsala: Uppsala is 23.9% cheaper, rent 40% lower (2026)

Category	🇸🇪 Stockholm	🇸🇪 Uppsala	Difference
Cost of Living	55.2	42.0	-23.9%
Rent	34.3	20.5	-40.2%
Groceries	73.3	69.4	-5.3%
Restaurants	82.3	70.7	-14.1%
Purchasing Power	120.7	133.7	+10.8%

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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