Is Solna Expensive?

Stockholm, Sweden

-10% vs Stockholm avg

Living in Solna, Stockholm

Solna is a relatively affordable area in Stockholm, with a cost of living index of 57.9 — that is -10% compared to the Stockholm average. At #15 of 24, it is below the city average in cost. Estimated rent for a one-bedroom apartment here is around kr 12,290/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 Solna, housing takes up roughly 40% 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 491,611 before tax.

Typical Salaries in Solna

Salaries in Solna reflect the local cost of living. Based on the neighborhood COLI of 57.9:

After tax and deductions of 39.0% in Sweden, take-home pay for someone earning kr 491,611 would be roughly kr 299,883/year. Use the salary converter to calculate an exact figure for your situation, including expat-specific tax adjustments.

Key Stats

57.9
COLI Index
0.90x
vs City Avg
kr 12,290
Est. 1BR Rent
#15
of 24 Areas
39.0%
Total Deductions

Tax & Deductions in Solna

Estimated annual deductions on a kr 395,338 salary in Solna, Stockholm (local employee).

Income Tax
32%
Employee Social Fees
7.0%
Total Deductions: 39.0%
Est. Take-Home: kr 241,156/yr

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

Salary Equivalents

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

City Currency Equivalent
New York USD $43,425
London GBP £37,371
Dubai AED AED 217,289

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 Solna expensive in Stockholm?

Solna is one of the more affordable neighborhoods in Stockholm. It costs about -10% less than the city average, ranking #15 out of 24 neighborhoods.

How does Solna compare to the Stockholm average?

The cost of living in Solna is below the Stockholm average. With a multiplier of 0.90x, everyday expenses including rent, food, and transportation are -10% 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.