What are the prices in Sweden?Wondering how much dinner costs?What is the cost of accommodation?How much money do I need for shopping in a supermarket in Sweden?
Chloe Jensen recently visited Sweden and prepared this article about prices in Sweden.Find out about average prices in Sweden, including food prices, restaurants, beer, accommodation, transportation and more.
What currency is used in Sweden?
Here is information about currency:
The currency of Sweden is Swedish Krona (SEK).1kr (krona) is divided into 100 ören.There are 3 different coins: kr1, kr5, kr10.There are 5 different bank notes with the following values: kr20, kr50, kr100, kr500, kr1000.To avoid unexpected risks of receiving fake money, we reccommend checking the currency when trading.Be especially careful with those banknotes: kr1000, kr500.The current exchange rate of Swedish Krona (SEK) is: $1 USD = 10 SEK. (Data updated: today)
- For 1$ United States dollar (USD) you can get: 10.24SEK Swedish Krona (SEK)
- For 1€ Euro you can get: 11.22SEK Swedish Krona (SEK)
- For 1£ British Pound (GBP) you can get: 13.04SEK Swedish Krona (SEK)
- For 1₽ Russian ruble (RUB) you can get: 0.11SEK Swedish Krona (SEK)
Is Sweden an expensive country?
Prices of basic products in Sweden are lower than in United States.You have to pay 1.16 times less for shopping in Sweden than in United States.The average accommodation cost in Sweden range from: 65USD (668SEK) in hostel to 85USD (868SEK) in 3 star hotel.Price per night in a luxury hotel in Sweden is about 195USD (1,900SEK).
Using public transport in Sweden comes at a cost of: 3.40USD (35SEK) for a one-way ticket.The price for renting a car in Sweden (e.g. Volkswagen Golf or Toyota Corolla) to 23,000USD (242,000SEK).If you prefer taxi, remember that the price of a taxi in Sweden depends on several factors.Taxi starting price is about: 5.40USD (55SEK).For 1 km ride in Sweden you have to pay about: 2.00USD (20SEK).
See also how prices have changed in previous years: Price changes in previous years in Sweden
Sweden Prices 2020
Cost of living in Sweden is:
- 1.35 times lower than in Washington
- 1.12 times lower than in Jacksonville
- 1.12 times lower than in Houston
- 1.16 times lower than in Oklahoma City
- 1.60 times lower than in New York City
Is food expensive in Sweden?
Food prices in supermarkets are lower than in United States.For example, in Sweden you have to pay for:
- Bottle or carton of milk (1 liter): 1.30USD (13SEK)
- Popular yellow cheese (1 kg): 9.40USD (96SEK)
- A bottle of beer from a known brand: 2.00USD (21SEK)
- A sausage or cold cuts (1 kg): 18USD (181SEK)
- A mid-range wine (one bottle): 9.70USD (99SEK)
How much money do I need for a week's stay in Sweden?
If you want to spend a week in Sweden the cost of your stay will be:
- 900USD (9,200SEK) - a cheap stay for 7 days in Sweden
- 843USD (8,600SEK) - a budget travel for 7 days in Sweden
- 1,300USD (14,000SEK) for a one week of comfortable stay in Sweden
- 3,100USD (32,000SEK) for a week of luxury holidays in Sweden
What is a cost of meals (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner) in Sweden? What is the average cost of lunch in Sweden?
In Sweden, a typical fast food meal costs: 8.80USD (90SEK) for a McMeal at McDonalds or BurgerKing (or similar combo meal), and 2.60USD (27SEK) for a cheeseburger.For coffee lovers: cappuccino coffee 3.90USD (40SEK) and espresso 2.70USD (28SEK).
More information about meals budget you can find in our: Travel cost guide.
How much do cigarettes cost in Sweden?
Cigarettes are cheaper in Sweden than in United States.Average cost of a pack of local cigarettes is 5.40USD (55SEK).For more famous brands such: Davidoff, Dunhill, Camel you have to pay about 6.70USD (69SEK).
Bellow you can find information about food and beverages prices in supermarkets and groceries.You can read also about prices in hotels, cafes and restaurants in Sweden.
Average prices in restaurants and pubs, transportation, taxi, groceries, salaries, food, hotels and rentals in Sweden.
Currency: Swedish Krona
How much is a hotel in Sweden?
Average hotel price in Sweden is 1.25 times bigger than average price in United States
Top luxury hotels in Sweden
| Average hotel price in Sweden is: | 1,115 SEK | 109 USD | 99 EURO | 9,948 RUB |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hostels prices in Sweden are around: | 668 SEK | 65 USD | 60 EURO | 5,956 RUB |
| Price of 1 star hotel in Sweden is around: | 368 SEK | 36 USD | 33 EURO | 3,279 RUB |
| Price of 2 star hotel in Sweden is around: | 577 SEK | 56 USD | 51 EURO | 5,144 RUB |
| Price of 3 star hotel in Sweden is around: | 868 SEK | 85 USD | 77 EURO | 7,746 RUB |
| Price of 4 star hotel in Sweden is around: | 1,212 SEK | 118 USD | 108 EURO | 10,809 RUB |
| Price of 5 star hotel in Sweden is around: | 2,000 SEK | 195 USD | 178 EURO | 17,841 RUB |
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How much does it cost to rent a car in Sweden?
Car rental average prices in Sweden
| Car | Price |
|---|---|
| Average price | 191USD (1,900SEK) |
| Compact car | 166USD (1,600SEK) |
| Car Mini | 86USD (881SEK) |
| Economy car | 104USD (1,000SEK) |
| SUV | 268USD (2,700SEK) |
| Passenger Van | 298USD (3,000SEK) |
| Luxury car | 277USD (2,800SEK) |
Is food expensive in Sweden? How much does an inexpensive meal cost in Sweden?
Prices in restaurants in Sweden.
| Meal in a cheap restaurant | 120 SEK (85-159) | 12 USD (8.30-16) | 11 EUR (7.60-14) |
| Meal for 2 People, Mid-range Restaurant, Three-course | 800 SEK (500-1,200) | 78 USD (49-117) | 71 EUR (45-107) |
| McMeal at McDonalds (or Equivalent Combo Meal) | 90 SEK (80-100) | 8.80 USD (7.80-9.80) | 8.00 EUR (7.10-8.90) |
| Domestic Beer (0.5 liter draught) | 70 SEK (50-90) | 6.80 USD (4.90-8.80) | 6.20 EUR (4.50-8.00) |
| Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle) | 70 SEK (50-85) | 6.80 USD (4.90-8.30) | 6.20 EUR (4.50-7.60) |
| co*ke/Pepsi (0.33 liter bottle) | 20 SEK (12-30) | 1.90 USD (1.20-2.90) | 1.80 EUR (1.10-2.70) |
| Water (0.33 liter bottle) | 18 SEK (13-30) | 1.80 USD (1.30-2.90) | 1.60 EUR (1.20-2.70) |
| Cappuccino (regular) | 40 SEK (22-55) | 3.90 USD (2.10-5.40) | 3.60 EUR (2.00-4.90) |
| Espresso Coffee | 28 SEK (15-39) | 2.70 USD (1.50-3.80) | 2.50 EUR (1.40-3.40) |
| Cheeseburger (fastfood) | 27 SEK (24-30) | 2.60 USD (2.30-2.90) | 2.40 EUR (2.10-2.70) |
Can you eat cheaply in Sweden?
How much should you pay for cheese, eggs, milk or oranges in Sweden?
Prices in supermarkets in Sweden.
| Milk (regular), (1 liter) | 13 SEK (10.00-19) | 1.30 USD (0.98-1.90) | 1.20 EUR (0.89-1.70) |
| A loaf of fresh white bread (500g) | 25 SEK (15-40) | 2.40 USD (1.50-3.90) | 2.20 EUR (1.30-3.60) |
| Eggs (regular) (12) | 33 SEK (20-48) | 3.30 USD (2.00-4.70) | 3.00 EUR (1.80-4.30) |
| Local Cheese (1kg) | 96 SEK (60-170) | 9.40 USD (5.90-17) | 8.50 EUR (5.30-15) |
| Water (1.5 liter bottle) | 15 SEK (10.00-25) | 1.50 USD (0.98-2.40) | 1.40 EUR (0.89-2.20) |
| A bottle of wine (Mid-Range) | 99 SEK (70-150) | 9.70 USD (6.80-15) | 8.80 EUR (6.20-13) |
| Domestic Beer (0.5 liter bottle) | 18 SEK (12-30) | 1.80 USD (1.20-2.90) | 1.60 EUR (1.10-2.70) |
| Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle) | 21 SEK (13-35) | 2.00 USD (1.30-3.40) | 1.90 EUR (1.20-3.10) |
| Pack of Cigarettes (Marlboro) | 69 SEK (60-76) | 6.70 USD (5.90-7.40) | 6.20 EUR (5.30-6.80) |
| Chicken breasts (skinless and boneless) - (1kg) | 99 SEK (45-150) | 9.70 USD (4.40-15) | 8.90 EUR (4.00-13) |
| Apples (1kg) | 28 SEK (15-40) | 2.80 USD (1.50-3.90) | 2.50 EUR (1.30-3.60) |
| Oranges (1kg) | 25 SEK (16-40) | 2.50 USD (1.60-3.90) | 2.30 EUR (1.40-3.60) |
| Potatoes (1kg) | 13 SEK (9.00-20) | 1.30 USD (0.88-2.00) | 1.20 EUR (0.80-1.80) |
| Lettuce (1 head) | 21 SEK (12-33) | 2.10 USD (1.20-3.20) | 1.90 EUR (1.10-2.90) |
| Rice (white) (1kg) | 27 SEK (18-40) | 2.60 USD (1.80-3.90) | 2.40 EUR (1.60-3.60) |
| Tomato (1kg) | 36 SEK (18-55) | 3.50 USD (1.80-5.40) | 3.20 EUR (1.60-4.90) |
| Bananas (1kg) | 24 SEK (16-32) | 2.30 USD (1.60-3.10) | 2.10 EUR (1.40-2.90) |
| Onions (1kg) | 13 SEK (9.00-20) | 1.30 USD (0.88-2.00) | 1.10 EUR (0.80-1.80) |
| Beef Round (1kg) (or Equivalent Back Leg Red Meat) | 168 SEK (90-260) | 16 USD (8.80-25) | 15 EUR (8.00-23) |
| Pears (1kg) | 34 SEK (18-48) | 3.30 USD (1.80-4.70) | 3.00 EUR (1.60-4.30) |
| Cucumber (1kg) | 20 SEK (9.90-30) | 1.90 USD (0.97-3.00) | 1.70 EUR (0.88-2.70) |
| Perrier Water (small bottle 0,33l) | 23 SEK (15-38) | 2.30 USD (1.50-3.70) | 2.10 EUR (1.30-3.40) |
| Sausages (1kg) | 181 SEK (82-273) | 18 USD (8.00-27) | 16 EUR (7.30-24) |
| Cottage cheese (1kg) | 54 SEK (34-95) | 5.20 USD (3.30-9.30) | 4.80 EUR (3.00-8.50) |
| Whisky | 296 SEK | 29 USD | 26 EUR |
| Rum | 290 SEK | 28 USD | 26 EUR |
| Vodka | 257 SEK | 25 USD | 23 EUR |
| Gin | 278 SEK | 27 USD | 25 EUR |
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How much do you have to pay for a fuel or a taxi in Sweden?
Prices of Transportation and fuel in Sweden.
| One-way Ticket (Local Transport) | 35 SEK (26-40) | 3.40 USD (2.50-3.90) | 3.10 EUR (2.30-3.60) |
| Monthly Pass (Regular Price) | 850 SEK (625-1,000) | 83 USD (61-98) | 76 EUR (56-89) |
| Gasoline (1 liter) | 20 SEK (18-24) | 2.00 USD (1.80-2.30) | 1.80 EUR (1.60-2.10) |
| Volkswagen Golf 1.4 90 KW Trendline (Or Equivalent New Car) | 250,000 SEK (220,000-300,000) | 24,000 USD (21,000-29,000) | 22,000 EUR (19,000-26,000) |
| Toyota Corolla 1.6l 97kW Comfort (Or Equivalent New Car) | 242,000 SEK (208,000-300,000) | 23,000 USD (20,000-29,000) | 21,000 EUR (18,000-26,000) |
| Taxi starting price (normal tariff) | 55 SEK (45-100) | 5.40 USD (4.40-9.80) | 4.90 EUR (4.00-8.90) |
| Taxi 1km (Normal Tariff) | 20 SEK (14-35) | 2.00 USD (1.40-3.40) | 1.80 EUR (1.20-3.10) |
| Taxi 1 hour waiting (normal tariff) | 550 SEK (400-799) | 54 USD (39-78) | 49 EUR (36-71) |
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Is it expensive to live in Sweden?
Rent Prices Per Month in Sweden.
| Apartment (1 bedroom) in City Centre | 9,100 SEK (6,000-15,000) | 898 USD (586-1,400) | 819 EUR (535-1,300) |
| Apartment (1 bedroom) Outside of Centre | 6,800 SEK (4,000-12,000) | 668 USD (391-1,100) | 610 EUR (357-1,000) |
| Apartment (3 bedrooms) in City Centre | 14,000 SEK (10,000-25,000) | 1,400 USD (977-2,400) | 1,300 EUR (891-2,200) |
| Apartment (3 bedrooms) Outside of Centre | 10,000 SEK (8,000-19,000) | 1,000 USD (781-1,800) | 944 EUR (713-1,600) |
Prices of Utilities (Monthly) in Sweden.
| Charges (electricity, heating, water, garbage) for an 85m2 apartment | 890 SEK (456-1,800) | 87 USD (45-176) | 79 EUR (41-161) |
| 1 min. of prepaid mobile local tariff (No discounts or plans) | 1.20 SEK (0.50-2.00) | 0.12 USD (0.05-0.20) | 0.11 EUR (0.04-0.18) |
| Internet (60 Mbps or More, Unlimited Data, Cable/ADSL) | 310 SEK (200-469) | 30 USD (20-46) | 28 EUR (18-42) |
Prices of Sports And Leisure in Sweden. How much does a cinema ticket cost in Sweden?
| Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult | 369 SEK (230-599) | 36 USD (22-58) | 33 EUR (21-53) |
| Tennis court rent (1 hour during a weekend) | 245 SEK (150-350) | 24 USD (15-34) | 22 EUR (13-31) |
| Cinema, International Release, 1 Seat | 145 SEK (120-200) | 14 USD (12-20) | 13 EUR (11-18) |
Prices of Clothing And Shoes in Sweden.
| 1 Pair of Jeans (Levis 501 Or Similar) | 862 SEK (400-1,100) | 84 USD (39-107) | 77 EUR (36-98) |
| 1 Summer Dress in a Chain Store (Zara, H&M,...) | 369 SEK (200-600) | 36 USD (20-59) | 33 EUR (18-53) |
| 1 Pair of Nike Running Shoes (Mid-Range) | 908 SEK (500-1,300) | 89 USD (49-127) | 81 EUR (45-116) |
| 1 Pair of Men Leather Business Shoes | 1,200 SEK (700-2,000) | 120 USD (68-195) | 110 EUR (62-178) |
Childcare prices in Sweden.
| Preschool (or Kindergarten), Private, Monthly for 1 Child | 1,300 SEK (1,000-1,800) | 131 USD (98-176) | 120 EUR (89-160) |
| International Primary School, Yearly for 1 Child | 28,000 SEK (13,000-100,000) | 2,700 USD (1,300-9,700) | 2,500 EUR (1,200-8,900) |
Apartment Price in Sweden. How much does a flat in Sweden cost?
| Price per square meter for an apartment in city centre | 66,000 SEK (33,000-120,000) | 6,500 USD (3,200-11,000) | 5,900 EUR (2,900-10,000) |
| Price per square meter for an apartment outside of city centre | 39,000 SEK (22,000-75,000) | 3,800 USD (2,100-7,300) | 3,500 EUR (1,900-6,600) |
What salary do you need to live in Sweden?
Salaries And Financing in Sweden.
| Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax) | 27,000 SEK | 2,600 USD | 2,400 EUR | |
| Mortgage Interest Rate in Percentages (%), Yearly | 2.42% (1.50% - 4.44%) | - | - | - |
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Price changes in previous years in Sweden
I like to have a snack while sightseeing. Have the prices of hamburgers and fries increased in recent years in Sweden?
The price of a burger with fries and Coca-Cola or Pepsi in a fast food bar has changed in recent years: 2010: SEK68, 2011: SEK65, 2012: SEK65, 2013: SEK65, 2014: SEK70, 2015: SEK69, 2016: SEK70, 2017: SEK75, 2018: SEK80, 2019: SEK80, 2020: SEK85
What about vegetable prices in Sweden? Are they higher than a few years ago?
We can compare vegetable prices in previous years on the example of tomatoes: 2012: SEK20, 2013: SEK24, 2014: SEK21, 2015: SEK23, 2016: SEK27, 2017: SEK28, 2018: SEK29, 2019: SEK31, 2020: SEK31
Will we pay much more for dairy and milk products in Sweden compared to previous years?
To estimate the evolution of milk product prices, it is best to look at how milk prices have changed: 2010: SEK8, 2011: SEK8.3, 2012: SEK8.7, 2013: SEK9, 2014: SEK9.7, 2015: SEK10, 2016: SEK10, 2017: SEK10, 2018: SEK11
I like fruit very much and I would like to know if fruit has become cheaper in Sweden in recent years?
Changes in fruit prices can be seen on the example of apple prices: 2011: SEK19, 2012: SEK20, 2013: SEK21, 2014: SEK21, 2015: SEK21, 2016: SEK23, 2017: SEK24, 2018: SEK25, 2019: SEK25, 2020: SEK28
Are sports articles and clothing more expensive in Sweden than before? How about the prices of sports shoes?
Prices of sports shoes have changed recently: 2010: SEK730, 2011: SEK810, 2012: SEK890, 2013: SEK810, 2014: SEK860, 2015: SEK880, 2016: SEK900, 2017: SEK870, 2018: SEK890, 2019: SEK870, 2020: SEK890
Have the prices of renting apartments increased significantly in Sweden?
Rental prices in the city center in recent years have been as follows: 2010: SEK8,400, 2011: SEK8,700, 2012: SEK12,000, 2013: SEK10,000, 2014: SEK11,000, 2015: SEK12,000, 2016: SEK13,000, 2017: SEK14,000, 2018: SEK14,000.
Prices in Sweden. Historic data last years
Average fuel price in Sweden is 2.30 times bigger than average price in United States (fuel prices in Sweden for 1 liter = 0.264 gallons)
| Petrol price in Sweden is around | 2.10 USD | 1.90 EURO |
| Diesel fuel price in Sweden is around | 2.10 USD | 1.90 EURO |
Bus tickets, subway, taxi
Average transport price in Sweden is 1.84 times bigger than average price in United States
| Local transport. One-way ticket prices in Sweden is around: | 3.90 USD | 3.50 EURO |
| Local transport. Monthly pass in Sweden is around: | 106 USD | 97 EURO |
| Taxi starting price in Sweden is around: | 6.90 USD | 6.30 EURO |
| Taxi – fare for 1km in Sweden is around: | 1.80 USD | 1.60 EURO |
| Taxi – waiting time (1 hour) in Sweden is around: | 67 USD | 61 EURO |
Meal price in a restaurant
Average price of a meal in a restaurant in Sweden is 1.65 times bigger than average price in United States
| Budget restaurant (price per 1 person) in Sweden is around: | 13 USD | 12 EURO |
| Mid-range restaurant (meal for 2 people) in Sweden is around: | 77 USD | 70 EURO |
| Fast Food combo in Sweden is around: | 10 USD | 9.20 EURO |
| Price of a cheeseburger in Sweden is around: | 3.00 USD | 2.80 EURO |
| Price of french fries in Sweden is around: | 2.90 USD | 2.60 EURO |
| Price of a cappuccino in Sweden is around: | 4.70 USD | 4.30 EURO |
| Price of a Coca-Cola or Pepsi (0,5L) in Sweden is around: | 5.20 USD | 4.80 EURO |
Food prices
Average food prices in Sweden are 1.19 times bigger than average price in United States
| Price of a local beer (0.3 liter bottle) in Sweden is around: | 1.80 USD | 1.60 EURO |
| Price of a local beer (0,5 liter bottle) in Sweden is around: | 2.20 USD | 2.00 EURO |
| Price of an imported beer (0,3 liter bottle) in Sweden is around: | 2.30 USD | 2.10 EURO |
| Price of an imported beer (0,5 liter bottle) in Sweden is around: | 7.70 USD | 7.00 EURO |
| Price of table wine in Sweden is around: | 12 USD | 11 EURO |
| Price of cigarettes in Sweden is around: | 8.10 USD | 7.40 EURO |
| Price of a Cola/Pepsi (0.33 liter bottle) in Sweden is around: | 2.50 USD | 2.30 EURO |
| Price of Perrier water (0.33 liter bottle) in Sweden is around: | 2.30 USD | 2.10 EURO |
| Price of water (1.5 liter bottle) in Sweden is around: | 2.20 USD | 2.00 EURO |
| Price of milk (1 liter bottle) in Sweden is around: | 1.40 USD | 1.30 EURO |
| Price of bread (0,5 kg) in Sweden is around: | 3.00 USD | 2.80 EURO |
| Price of eggs (10 pieces) in Sweden is around: | 3.00 USD | 2.80 EURO |
| Price of cheese (1kg) in Sweden is around: | 12 USD | 11 EURO |
| Price of cottage cheese price in Sweden is around: | 0.69 USD | 0.63 EURO |
| Price of a sausage (1kg) in Sweden is around: | 22 USD | 20 EURO |
| Price of a chicken (1kg) in Sweden is around: | 12 USD | 11 EURO |
| Price of apples (1kg) in Sweden is around: | 3.30 USD | 3.00 EURO |
| Price of pears (1kg) in Sweden is around: | 4.00 USD | 3.60 EURO |
| Price of a oranges (1kg) in Sweden is around: | 2.90 USD | 2.60 EURO |
| Price of potatoes (1kg) in Sweden is around: | 1.20 USD | 1.10 EURO |
| Price of a lettuce in Sweden is around: | 2.20 USD | 2.00 EURO |
| Price of white rice (1kg) in Sweden is around: | 3.30 USD | 3.00 EURO |
| Price of tomatoes (1Kg) in Sweden is around: | 3.60 USD | 3.30 EURO |
| Price of a cucumbers (1kg) in Sweden is around: | 1.90 USD | 1.80 EURO |
