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Östersund vs Gothenburg

Sweden vs Sweden · 626 km apart

Östersund

Sweden

kr8,697 ($821)

single / month

Cheaper overall
VS

Gothenburg

Sweden

kr10,390 ($980)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

ExpenseÖstersundGothenburgCheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant$8.10$9.54Östersund
Three-course meal for two, mid-range$32.40$38.16Östersund
Cappuccino$2.43$2.86Östersund
Monthly groceries (single person)$184$216Östersund
Monthly public transport pass$29.70$34.98Östersund
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment$78.30$92.22Östersund
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)$22.68$26.71Östersund
Fitness club membership$22.68$26.71Östersund
Cinema ticket$5.94$7.00Östersund
One-bedroom apartment in city centre$403$495Östersund
One-bedroom apartment outside centre$281$344Östersund
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre$842$1,033Östersund
Total single-person budget$821$980Östersund
Average net salary$2,880$3,392

Verdict

Östersund is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Östersund runs about $821 versus $980 in Gothenburg — a difference of roughly 19%.

Salary-adjusted, Gothenburg 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 Östersund  ·  Full cost of living in Gothenburg

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Östersund cheaper than Gothenburg?
Yes. A single person spends an estimated $821 per month in Östersund versus $980 in Gothenburg — about 19% less.
How far is Östersund from Gothenburg?
The straight-line distance between Östersund and Gothenburg is approximately 626 km (389 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Östersund or Gothenburg?
The estimated average net salary is $2,880 in Östersund and $3,392 in Gothenburg. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $2,059 in Östersund versus $2,412 in Gothenburg per month.