Is Enskede Expensive?

Stockholm, Sweden

-18% vs Stockholm avg

Living in Enskede, Stockholm

Enskede is a relatively affordable area in Stockholm, with a cost of living index of 52.7 — that is -18% compared to the Stockholm average. At #18 of 24, it is below the city average in cost. Estimated rent for a one-bedroom apartment here is around kr 11,198/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 Enskede, housing takes up roughly 37% 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 447,913 before tax.

Typical Salaries in Enskede

Salaries in Enskede reflect the local cost of living. Based on the neighborhood COLI of 52.7:

After tax and deductions of 39.0% in Sweden, take-home pay for someone earning kr 447,913 would be roughly kr 273,227/year. Use the salary converter to calculate an exact figure for your situation, including expat-specific tax adjustments.

Key Stats

52.7
COLI Index
0.82x
vs City Avg
kr 11,198
Est. 1BR Rent
#18
of 24 Areas
39.0%
Total Deductions

Tax & Deductions in Enskede

Estimated annual deductions on a kr 359,832 salary in Enskede, Stockholm (local employee).

Income Tax
32%
Employee Social Fees
7.0%
Total Deductions: 39.0%
Est. Take-Home: kr 219,498/yr

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

Salary Equivalents

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

City Currency Equivalent
New York USD $39,525
London GBP £34,015
Dubai AED AED 197,775

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%
Djurgården 75.9 1.18x +18%
Södermalm 73.9 1.15x +15%

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Enskede expensive in Stockholm?

Enskede is one of the more affordable neighborhoods in Stockholm. It costs about -18% less than the city average, ranking #18 out of 24 neighborhoods.

How does Enskede compare to the Stockholm average?

The cost of living in Enskede is below the Stockholm average. With a multiplier of 0.82x, 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.