Cost of Living in Solna - Updated Prices & Insights

Solo nomad: Estimated monthly costs are $1,119 (excluding rent), and $1,775 including rent.

Family of 3: Estimated monthly costs are $2,275 (excluding rent), and $3,582 including rent.

Meal at Budget Restaurant

$14.81 SEK 137

$12.79 SEK 118

$21.31 SEK 197

Three-Course Dinner for Two, Mid-Range

$57.6 SEK 531

$37.32 SEK 344

$160 SEK 1,476

Fast Food Meal (McDonalds, etc)

$10.62 SEK 98.0

$9.61 SEK 88.7

$12.82 SEK 118

Cappuccino

$5.08 SEK 46.91

$4.49 SEK 41.48

$6.96 SEK 64.2

Coke/Pepsi/Fanta/Sprite (0.33 liter bottle)

$3.13 SEK 28.90

$2.09 SEK 19.30

$4.18 SEK 38.59

Water (0.33 liter bottle)

$1.57 SEK 14.47

$0.97 SEK 8.99

$3.24 SEK 29.89

Local Beer (0.5 liter draught)

$7.74 SEK 71.5

$7.47 SEK 68.9

$16.01 SEK 148

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$7.77 SEK 71.7

$5.70 SEK 52.6

$12.95 SEK 120

Milk (1 liter)

$1.55 SEK 14.30

$1.30 SEK 12.03

$2.29 SEK 21.14

White Bread (500g)

$2.68 SEK 24.71

$1.88 SEK 17.31

$3.64 SEK 33.60

Rice (white) (1kg)

$3.90 SEK 35.96

$2.14 SEK 19.76

$4.61 SEK 42.52

Eggs

$3.90 SEK 35.98

$3.12 SEK 28.78

$4.37 SEK 40.35

Local Cheese (1kg)

$9.53 SEK 88.0

$8.48 SEK 78.2

$14.19 SEK 131

Chicken Fillets (1kg)

$12.42 SEK 115

$8.41 SEK 77.6

$14.71 SEK 136

Beef Round Steak (1kg)

$14.81 SEK 137

$9.32 SEK 86.0

$31.06 SEK 287

Apples (1kg)

$1.72 SEK 15.87

$3.56 SEK 32.87

Banana (1kg)

$2.17 SEK 20.01

$2.93 SEK 27.02

Oranges (1kg)

$2.61 SEK 24.12

$2.09 SEK 19.27

$5.22 SEK 48.14

Tomato (1kg)

$3.20 SEK 29.51

$2.13 SEK 19.70

$5.33 SEK 49.21

Potato (1kg)

$1.61 SEK 14.82

$2.25 SEK 20.73

Onion (1kg)

$2.02 SEK 18.66

$1.40 SEK 12.91

$3.23 SEK 29.78

Lettuce (1 head)

$2.29 SEK 21.15

$1.04 SEK 9.57

$4.17 SEK 38.48

Water (1.5 liter bottle)

$1.11 SEK 10.25

$1.06 SEK 9.78

$3.19 SEK 29.45

Cigarettes 20 Pack (Marlboro, Camel)

$7.56 SEK 69.8

$8.64 SEK 79.8

Wine (Bottle)

$13.28 SEK 123

$8.85 SEK 81.7

$17.15 SEK 158

Local Beer (0.5 liter bottle)

$1.40 SEK 12.90

$1.25 SEK 11.54

$1.55 SEK 14.35

Imported Beer (0.33 liter bottle)

$0.96 SEK 8.85

$2.69 SEK 24.85

One-way Ticket (Public Transport)

$4.38 SEK 40.39

$4.06 SEK 37.47

$4.38 SEK 40.39

Public Transport Monthly Pass (Regular Price)

$103 SEK 947

$108 SEK 996

Taxi Start (Normal Tariff)

$3.60 SEK 33.22

$2.06 SEK 18.99

$5.14 SEK 47.44

Taxi (Normal Tariff) (1km)

$1.61 SEK 14.84

$1.38 SEK 12.74

$2.91 SEK 26.85

Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff)

$82.8 SEK 764

Gasoline (1 liter)

$1.92 SEK 17.69

$1.77 SEK 16.32

$2.17 SEK 20.06

Midsize Hatchback 1.4l (Volkswagen Golf, Toyota Prius, Honda Civic, etc)

$26.8K SEK 247.8K

$32.5K SEK 300.4K

Compact Sedan 1.6l (Toyota Corolla, Mazda3, Kia K4, Hyundai Elantra, etc)

$30.4K SEK 280.5K

$26.0K SEK 240.0K

$34.8K SEK 321.0K

Utilities for 2 People in 2-bedroom Apartment (Heating, Electricity, Gas, Water, Garbage) (85m2)

$112 SEK 1,031

$105 SEK 970

$268 SEK 2,470

SIM Card Monthly Plan (Calls and 10GB+ Data)

$28.80 SEK 266

$10.53 SEK 97.2

$31.48 SEK 291

Internet (50+ Mbps, Unlimited Data)

$42.31 SEK 391

$32.15 SEK 297

$53.8 SEK 496

Gym Membership (Monthly)

$46.27 SEK 427

$29.41 SEK 271

$63.1 SEK 583

Tennis Court (1 Hour on Weekend)

$25.07 SEK 231

$16.72 SEK 154

$25.07 SEK 231

Cinema Ticket

$15.48 SEK 143

$48.06 SEK 444

Preschool or Kindergarten, Full Day, Private, 1 Child (Monthly)

$161 SEK 1,482

$135 SEK 1,242

$187 SEK 1,725

International Primary School, 1 Child (Yearly)

$4,200 SEK 38.8K

$749 SEK 6,915

$5,352 SEK 49.4K

Jeans (Levis 501 Or Similar)

$95.3 SEK 879

$31.75 SEK 293

$127 SEK 1,172

Summer Dress (H&M, Zara, etc)

$42.94 SEK 396

$21.47 SEK 198

$60.0 SEK 554

Sport Shoes (Adidas, Nike)

$91.9 SEK 848

$52.5 SEK 484

$126 SEK 1,163

Men's Leather Business Shoes

$51.8 SEK 478

$41.53 SEK 383

$208 SEK 1,917

1-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$848 SEK 7,828

$639 SEK 5,901

$1,066 SEK 9,835

1-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$656 SEK 6,058

$529 SEK 4,885

$847 SEK 7,817

3-bedroom Apartment, City Center (Monthly)

$1,380 SEK 12.7K

$1,139 SEK 10.5K

$1,567 SEK 14.5K

3-bedroom Apartment, Outside City Center (Monthly)

$1,094 SEK 10.1K

$853 SEK 7,873

$1,280 SEK 11.8K

Buy Apartment in City Center (m2)

$7,431 SEK 68.6K

$6,976 SEK 64.4K

$7,973 SEK 73.6K

Buy Apartment Outside City Center (m2)

$6,278 SEK 57.9K

$5,484 SEK 50.6K

$7,072 SEK 65.3K

Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax)

$3,806 SEK 35.1K

20-Year Fixed Mortgage Interest Rate (Annual %)

4.8

CityCost data is based on AI and user input – minor inaccuracies may occur.

Last update: January 13, 2026

Solna Median Internet Speeds (Updated December 2025)

Mobile

Mbps

Fixed Broadband

271

Mbps

213

Mbps

The chart highlights the Precision Threshold for mobile and fixed broadband internet speeds, updated quarterly.

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Cost of Living in Solna - Frequently Asked Questions

Solna sits just north of Stockholm and offers a high baseline cost relative to smaller towns, but the payoff is practical for expats who need quick access to the capital, reliable transit, and walkable neighborhoods. Cost of Living in Solna is driven by quality housing pockets, good amenities, and a strong work-life balance; many travelers and digital nomads find it a valuable hub given easy trips into central Stockholm and frequent services. Tip: Consider a neighborhood close to the Green line or Solna Station for transit flexibility.

Daily life in Solna blends quiet, family-friendly neighborhoods with easy reach to Stockholm. Housing ranges from compact rentals near stations to larger apartments with garden spaces, often with favorable rents for the area. For groceries and meals you’ll find Swedish chains, ethnic markets, and cafes; optimize costs by shopping at bulk outlets and planning meals. Transport is straightforward with fast trains to Stockholm and local buses; cycling is common in good weather. Co-working spaces exist, but many digital nomads favor central Stockholm or nearby hubs. Solna living cost varies by area and season, so plan flexibly. Tip: Prioritize transit-accessible neighborhoods to reduce commuting time.

Quality of life in Solna leans on safety, green spaces, and proximity to the city. For budgeting, use a simple needs-vs-wants framework: lock in housing and essentials, then allocate discretionary spends with a monthly cap. Saving ideas include leveraging multi-day transit passes, cooking at home, and choosing activities with free or low-cost options. Seasonality affects outings and heating needs, so build a small buffer for winter months and seasonal events. When choosing a neighborhood, balance proximity to transit with the vibe you want – Råsunda offers a village feel near parks, while central Solna puts you closer to business districts and nightlife. Tip: Build a weekly routine that minimizes back-and-forth trips.