Is Djurgården Expensive?

Stockholm, Sweden

+18% vs Stockholm avg

Living in Djurgården, Stockholm

Djurgården is one of the pricier neighborhoods in Stockholm, with a cost of living index of 75.9 — that is +18% compared to the Stockholm average. It ranks #4 out of 24 areas by cost. Estimated rent for a one-bedroom apartment here is around kr 16,114/month, compared to a range of kr 9,832 in Vallentuna to kr 18,026 in Östermalm.

Monthly Budget Breakdown

For a typical resident of Djurgården, housing takes up roughly 53% of monthly expenses. Food and groceries account for about 15%, while transportation costs around 8%. To live comfortably here — meaning rent stays at or below 30% of gross income — you would need an annual salary of approximately kr 644,557 before tax.

Typical Salaries in Djurgården

Salaries in Djurgården reflect the local cost of living. Based on the neighborhood COLI of 75.9:

After tax and deductions of 39.0% in Sweden, take-home pay for someone earning kr 644,557 would be roughly kr 393,180/year. Use the salary converter to calculate an exact figure for your situation, including expat-specific tax adjustments.

Key Stats

75.9
COLI Index
1.18x
vs City Avg
kr 16,114
Est. 1BR Rent
#4
of 24 Areas
39.0%
Total Deductions

Tax & Deductions in Djurgården

Estimated annual deductions on a kr 518,240 salary in Djurgården, Stockholm (local employee).

Income Tax
32%
Employee Social Fees
7.0%
Total Deductions: 39.0%
Est. Take-Home: kr 316,127/yr

Rates shown are for a local employee. Use the salary converter for expat calculations.

Salary Equivalents

What a $75,000 USD salary in Djurgården would need to be elsewhere:

City Currency Equivalent
New York USD $56,925
London GBP £48,989
Dubai AED AED 284,841

Other Neighborhoods in Stockholm

Neighborhood COLI Multiplier vs Avg
Östermalm 84.9 1.32x +32%
Norrmalm 78.4 1.22x +22%
Gamla Stan 77.2 1.20x +20%
Södermalm 73.9 1.15x +15%
Danderyd 73.9 1.15x +15%

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Similar Neighborhoods Worldwide

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Djurgården expensive in Stockholm?

Yes, Djurgården is one of the more expensive neighborhoods in Stockholm. It costs about +18% more than the city average, ranking #4 out of 24 neighborhoods.

How does Djurgården compare to the Stockholm average?

The cost of living in Djurgården is above the Stockholm average. With a multiplier of 1.18x, everyday expenses including rent, food, and transportation are +18% compared to the city baseline.

Data Sources: Cost of living indices based on crowd-sourced price data and official statistics. Tax calculations follow 2026 rates. Sources include OECD Better Life Index. Figures are estimates and may vary based on individual circumstances.