What is the cost of living in Gothenburg?

Gothenburg has a cost of living index of 108 (100 = Sweden average). Median monthly rent is 9 500 kr and median household income is 375 000 kr.

What is the average rent in Gothenburg?

The median monthly rent in Gothenburg is 9 500 kr. The median home price is 3 800 000 kr.

Is Gothenburg affordable?

Gothenburg's rent-to-income ratio is 30.4%. This exceeds the recommended 30% threshold, meaning rent takes a significant portion of household income.

What are the average salaries in Gothenburg?

Salaries in Gothenburg vary by occupation. Software Engineers earn a median of 594 000 kr, Registered Nurses earn 410 400 kr, and Teachers earn 378 000 kr.

What is the quality of life in Gothenburg?

Gothenburg scores 69/100 on our quality of life index, which factors in affordability, safety (68/100), healthcare (80/100), air quality, green space, and transit access.

Gothenburg has a safety score of 68/100 with a crime rate of 64.2 per 1,000 residents. Safety varies by neighborhood.

Is Gothenburg good for digital nomads?

Gothenburg scores 74/100 for digital nomads, factoring in internet speed (130 Mbps), walkability (82/100), safety, and cost of living. It's a strong choice for remote workers.

What is the weather like in Gothenburg?

Gothenburg has summer highs around 21°C (70°F) and winter lows around -1°C (30°F). The city gets 1,662 hours of sunshine per year with 772mm of rainfall and 28 snow days.

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Cost Index

0/ 100

Quality of Life

69/ 100

Median Income

375 000 kr

Median Rent

9 500 kr/mo

Safety

68/ 100

12mo Trend

0pts

Quality of Life Dashboard

Overall QoL

National avg: 70

Safety

Crime: 64.2/1k

Healthcare

Walkability

Nat avg: 73

Digital Nomad

Nat avg: 73

Purchasing Power

347222

Air Quality (AQI)

Green Space

35%

Education

82/100

Climate & Weather

Summer

21°C

70°F

Winter

-1°C

30°F

Sunshine

1 662

hrs/year

Rainfall

772

mm/year

Snow Days

days/year

Temperature Range

-20°C0°C20°C40°C

Lifestyle Intelligence

Walk Score82/100

Transit Score78/100

Internet Speed130 Mbps

Avg Commute29 min

Nightlife78/100

Startup Score76/100

5 Universities

Education score: 82/100

Grocery Basket & Monthly Costs

Milk (1L)

kr13

Bread

kr28

Eggs (12)

kr34

Rice (1kg)

kr21

Chicken (1kg)

kr95

Beer (500ml)

kr17

☕

Coffee

kr42

🚌

Transit Pass

kr880

💪

Gym

kr370

🎬

Cinema

kr130

Monthly Essentials Totalkr2,649

Estimated from 15L milk, 8 loaves, 48 eggs, 4kg rice, 8kg chicken + transit + gym

Cost Breakdown

Housing

+23%vs avg

Food & Groceries

+5%vs avg

Transportation

0%vs avg

Utilities

-5%vs avg

Healthcare

+12%vs avg

Top Neighborhoods

Haga10 500 kr/mo

Cobblestone charm — cinnamon buns, vintage shops, cosy fika culture

Linnéstaden11 000 kr/mo

Trendy avenue life — brunch spots, bars, Slottsskogen park steps away

Majorna9 000 kr/mo

Working-class cool — record stores, craft beer, community gardens

Salary Ranges in Gothenburg

Accountant453 600 kr

Entry: 326 592 krExpert: 644 112 kr

Architect486 000 kr

Entry: 349 920 krExpert: 690 120 kr

Automotive Technician378 000 kr

Entry: 272 160 krExpert: 536 760 kr

Chef324 000 kr

Entry: 233 280 krExpert: 460 080 kr

Civil Engineer496 800 kr

Entry: 357 696 krExpert: 705 456 kr

Construction Manager561 600 kr

Entry: 404 352 krExpert: 797 472 kr

Customer Service Representative313 200 kr

Entry: 225 504 krExpert: 444 744 kr

Data Scientist594 000 kr

Entry: 427 680 krExpert: 843 480 kr

12-Month Trend

109 · 9 546 kr

109 · 9 538 kr

109 · 9 528 kr

108 · 9 489 kr

107 · 9 460 kr

106 · 9 439 kr

106 · 9 432 kr

107 · 9 451 kr

107 · 9 460 kr

108 · 9 489 kr

109 · 9 528 kr

109 · 9 538 kr

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Halmstad101

Halland · 8 200 kr/mo · QoL 69

Helsingborg100

Skåne · 8 500 kr/mo · QoL 66

Linköping98

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Frequently Asked Questions

Affordability Score

Affordable — income vs rent

Digital Nomad Profile

DN Score

Internet

130 Mbps

Commute

29 min

Safety

68/100

Walkability

82/100

Tax Rates

Income Tax20%

Municipal Tax32.3%

Property Tax0.5%

VAT (Moms)25%

Combined Tax Load

77.8%

Budget Quick Look

Monthly Income (est.)

31 250 kr

Median Rent

9 500 kr

After Rent

21 750 kr

Rent-to-Income

30.4%

Housing

Median Home Price

3 800 000 kr

Population

583 000

Startup Ecosystem

Startup Score

Growing ecosystem

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