Is Prague cheaper than Stockholm?

Prague shows lower typical monthly costs ($1,600–$2,533) than Stockholm ($2,400–$3,800) in our 2026 estimates.

What is the cost difference between Prague and Stockholm?

Using upper single-person estimates, Stockholm is about 50% more expensive than Prague. Actual spend varies by lifestyle.

Which city has better quality of life, Prague or Stockholm?

Prague scores 8.0/10 overall vs Stockholm at 6.6/10. Compare housing, safety, healthcare, and culture in the breakdown below.

What salary do you need to live in Prague vs Stockholm?

For a single person we estimate roughly $1,600–$2,533 per month in Prague and $2,400–$3,800 in Stockholm. Use the salary checker on this page to test your income against both.

🇨🇿 Prague vs 🇸🇪 Stockholm

Cost of living comparison · 2026

🇨🇿

Prague

Czech Republic

$1,600–$2,533/mo

Kč37,209 – Kč58,907 / month (local)

🇸🇪

Stockholm

Sweden

$2,400–$3,800/mo

kr25,263 – kr40,000 / month (local)

Stockholm is 50% more expensive

Prague wins on affordability

Cost breakdown

Category	Prague (USD)	Stockholm (USD)	Winner
Rent (1-bed, city center)	$1,200–$1,867	$1,800–$2,800	🟢 Prague
Rent (1-bed, outside center)	$633–$1,000	$950–$1,500	🟢 Prague
Utilities	$50–$97	$75–$145	🟢 Prague
Groceries	$253–$380	$380–$570	🟢 Prague
Eating out (mid-range meal)	$33–$60	$50–$90	🟢 Prague
Public transport (monthly)	$63–$77	$95–$115	🟢 Prague
Internet & Mobile	$20–$33	$30–$50	🟢 Prague
Gym membership	$23–$43	$35–$65	🟢 Prague
Cinema ticket	$9–$12	$14–$18	🟢 Prague
Monthly total (single)	$1,600–$2,533	$2,400–$3,800	🟢 Prague

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Household

Quality of life comparison

Housing6.8 / 10 · 4.1 / 10

Prague▲ better

Stockholm

Safety9.1 / 10 · 8.1 / 10

Prague▲ better

Stockholm

Healthcare9.1 / 10 · 8.1 / 10

Prague▲ better

Stockholm

Education8.7 / 10 · 7.7 / 10

Prague▲ better

Stockholm

Environment9.5 / 10 · 8.5 / 10

Prague▲ better

Stockholm

Economy7.8 / 10 · 6.8 / 10

Prague▲ better

Stockholm

Culture8.4 / 10 · 7.4 / 10

Prague▲ better

Stockholm

Internet8.8 / 10 · 7.8 / 10

Prague▲ better

Stockholm

Who should choose which city?

Choose Prague if…

✓You want lower typical monthly costs than Stockholm
✓Beauty
✓Beer
✓Value
✓Remote workers

Choose Stockholm if…

✓You're happy to pay more for what Stockholm offers vs Prague
✓Innovation
✓Nature
✓English proficiency
✓Tech

🇨🇿 Prague vs 🇸🇪 Stockholm

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