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Växjö vs Malmö

Sweden vs Sweden · 183 km apart

Växjö

Sweden

kr9,752 ($920)

single / month

Cheaper overall

Malmö

Sweden

kr10,390 ($980)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

Expense	Växjö	Malmö	Cheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant	$9.00	$9.54	Växjö
Three-course meal for two, mid-range	$36.00	$38.16	Växjö
Cappuccino	$2.70	$2.86	Växjö
Monthly groceries (single person)	$204	$216	Växjö
Monthly public transport pass	$33.00	$34.98	Växjö
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment	$87.00	$92.22	Växjö
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)	$25.20	$26.71	Växjö
Fitness club membership	$25.20	$26.71	Växjö
Cinema ticket	$6.60	$7.00	Växjö
One-bedroom apartment in city centre	$460	$495	Växjö
One-bedroom apartment outside centre	$320	$344	Växjö
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre	$960	$1,033	Växjö
Total single-person budget	$920	$980	Växjö
Average net salary	$3,200	$3,392

Verdict

Växjö is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Växjö runs about $920 versus $980 in Malmö — a difference of roughly 7%.

Salary-adjusted, Malmö 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 Växjö · Full cost of living in Malmö

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Växjö cheaper than Malmö?

Yes. A single person spends an estimated $920 per month in Växjö versus $980 in Malmö — about 7% less.

How far is Växjö from Malmö?

The straight-line distance between Växjö and Malmö is approximately 183 km (114 miles).

Which city has better salaries, Växjö or Malmö?

The estimated average net salary is $3,200 in Växjö and $3,392 in Malmö. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $2,280 in Växjö versus $2,412 in Malmö per month.