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Borås vs Stockholm

Sweden vs Sweden · 346 km apart

Borås

Sweden

kr9,752 ($920)

single / month

Cheaper overall
VS

Stockholm

Sweden

kr12,977 ($1,224)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

ExpenseBoråsStockholmCheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant$9.00$11.70Borås
Three-course meal for two, mid-range$36.00$46.80Borås
Cappuccino$2.70$3.51Borås
Monthly groceries (single person)$204$265Borås
Monthly public transport pass$33.00$42.90Borås
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment$87.00$113Borås
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)$25.20$32.76Borås
Fitness club membership$25.20$32.76Borås
Cinema ticket$6.60$8.58Borås
One-bedroom apartment in city centre$460$639Borås
One-bedroom apartment outside centre$320$444Borås
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre$960$1,333Borås
Total single-person budget$920$1,224Borås
Average net salary$3,200$4,160

Verdict

Borås is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Borås runs about $920 versus $1,224 in Stockholm — a difference of roughly 33%.

Salary-adjusted, Stockholm leaves more disposable income after basic expenses. Both figures are model estimates — see each city page for local-currency detail.

Full cost of living in Borås  ·  Full cost of living in Stockholm

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Borås cheaper than Stockholm?
Yes. A single person spends an estimated $920 per month in Borås versus $1,224 in Stockholm — about 33% less.
How far is Borås from Stockholm?
The straight-line distance between Borås and Stockholm is approximately 346 km (215 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Borås or Stockholm?
The estimated average net salary is $3,200 in Borås and $4,160 in Stockholm. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $2,280 in Borås versus $2,936 in Stockholm per month.