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Östersund vs Stockholm

Sweden vs Sweden · 465 km apart

Östersund

Sweden

kr8,697 ($821)

single / month

Cheaper overall
VS

Stockholm

Sweden

kr12,977 ($1,224)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

ExpenseÖstersundStockholmCheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant$8.10$11.70Östersund
Three-course meal for two, mid-range$32.40$46.80Östersund
Cappuccino$2.43$3.51Östersund
Monthly groceries (single person)$184$265Östersund
Monthly public transport pass$29.70$42.90Östersund
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment$78.30$113Östersund
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)$22.68$32.76Östersund
Fitness club membership$22.68$32.76Östersund
Cinema ticket$5.94$8.58Östersund
One-bedroom apartment in city centre$403$639Östersund
One-bedroom apartment outside centre$281$444Östersund
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre$842$1,333Östersund
Total single-person budget$821$1,224Östersund
Average net salary$2,880$4,160

Verdict

Östersund is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Östersund runs about $821 versus $1,224 in Stockholm — a difference of roughly 49%.

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 Östersund  ·  Full cost of living in Stockholm

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Östersund cheaper than Stockholm?
Yes. A single person spends an estimated $821 per month in Östersund versus $1,224 in Stockholm — about 49% less.
How far is Östersund from Stockholm?
The straight-line distance between Östersund and Stockholm is approximately 465 km (289 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Östersund or Stockholm?
The estimated average net salary is $2,880 in Östersund and $4,160 in Stockholm. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $2,059 in Östersund versus $2,936 in Stockholm per month.