In an Instagram video, Kritika Sakoriya outlined what she referred to as a ‘practical monthly budget’ for an individual in Sweden. She noted that expenses can fluctuate based on the city and lifestyle but offer a general sense of what to expect.
Monthly expenses shared by the creator
Sakoriya stated that rent is the largest monthly cost, ranging from 8,000 to 15,000 Swedish Krona (SEK) (approximately ₹80,000 to ₹1.5 lakh), varying by city and accommodation type.
She mentioned that groceries typically amount to 3,000-5,000 SEK each month (around ₹30,000 to ₹50,000), while public transport is about 1,000 SEK (roughly ₹10,000). Additional monthly costs include 300-700 SEK (approximately ₹3,000 to ₹7,000) for mobile and internet services and 500-1,500 SEK (around ₹5,000 to ₹15,000) for utilities.
Overall, she estimated that an individual might spend around 18,000-25,000 SEK (approximately ₹1.8 lakh to ₹2.5 lakh) monthly, depending on their city of residence and lifestyle. “People often ask me, ‘Is Sweden really costly?’ So here’s a practical monthly budget! Expenses differ by city and personal preferences, but this should give you a clear picture,” she wrote in her caption.
Despite the higher costs, Sakoriya emphasized that Sweden provides several benefits, such as an excellent work-life balance, pristine environments, and high-quality public services.
How does this compare to average living costs?
As per Go Digit, Sweden ranks among the priciest countries in Europe, though living costs can vary significantly by city.
For single professionals, rent usually ranges from 5,000-9,000 SEK monthly (approximately ₹50,000 to ₹90,000), food and groceries cost about 2,500-4,000 SEK (roughly ₹25,000-₹40,000), transport expenses are 700-1,200 SEK (around ₹7,000-12,000), utilities hover around 1,200-1,800 SEK (about ₹12,000 to ₹18,000), and entertainment ranges from 500-1,200 SEK (approximately ₹5,000 to ₹12,000).
Living in Stockholm
According to Go Digit, Stockholm, the capital and largest city of Sweden, is also one of its costliest areas.
Typical monthly expenses include:Accommodation: 8,000-15,000 SEK (approximately ₹80,000-₹1,50,000)Food and groceries: 3,000-5,000 SEK (approximately ₹30,000-50,000)Transportation: 800-1,500 SEK (approximately ₹8,000-15,000)Utilities: 1,500-2,500 SEK (approximately ₹15,000-25,000)Entertainment: 600-1,500 SEK (approximately ₹6,000-15,000)
The precise living costs in Sweden are influenced by the city and personal lifestyle choices. However, Sakoriya’s budget offers a glimpse into the expenses many newcomers might encounter.
