Sweden vs United States
United States is about 19% pricier than Sweden overall, with a price level of 100.0 versus 80.7 (US = 100). The gap is widest in transport and narrowest in housing & utilities. On quality of life, Sweden scores higher (98 vs 91 of 100).
Metric Sweden United States
Price level (US=100) 80.7 100.0
GDP / capita (PPP) $71,845 $85,810
GNI / capita (PPP) $75,000 $85,980
Inflation (YoY) 2.8% 2.9%
What's different, by category
Price levels by category (world average = 100). The cheaper of the two is highlighted.
Category Sweden United States
Housing & utilities 185 215
Food 138 117
Transport 186 116
Restaurants & hotels 176 142
Health 173 208
Communication 173 224
Category price levels: World Bank ICP 2021 (world average = 100).
Quality of life
Metric Sweden United States
Quality-of-life score 98/100 91/100
Life expectancy 84 yrs 79 yrs
Safety · homicide /100k 1.1 5.8
Internet users 96% 95%
Frequently asked
Is Sweden more expensive than United States?
United States is more expensive: about 19% pricier than Sweden overall.
What would a $100,000 lifestyle cost in United States?
Living the way $100,000 buys in Sweden would cost roughly $124,000 in United States, based on overall price levels.
Which has the better quality of life, Sweden or United States?
Sweden scores higher, 98 vs 91 out of 100.
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