Is Östermalm Expensive?

Stockholm, Sweden

+32% vs Stockholm avg

Living in Östermalm, Stockholm

Östermalm is the most expensive area in Stockholm, with a cost of living index of 84.9 — that is +32% compared to the Stockholm average. Only the top 1 of 24 neighborhoods cost more. Estimated rent for a one-bedroom apartment here is around kr 18,026/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 Östermalm, housing takes up roughly 55% 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 721,030 before tax.

Typical Salaries in Östermalm

Salaries in Östermalm reflect the local cost of living. Based on the neighborhood COLI of 84.9:

After tax and deductions of 39.0% in Sweden, take-home pay for someone earning kr 721,030 would be roughly kr 439,828/year. Use the salary converter to calculate an exact figure for your situation, including expat-specific tax adjustments.

Key Stats

84.9
COLI Index
1.32x
vs City Avg
kr 18,026
Est. 1BR Rent
#1
of 24 Areas
39.0%
Total Deductions

Tax & Deductions in Östermalm

Estimated annual deductions on a kr 579,692 salary in Östermalm, Stockholm (local employee).

Income Tax
32%
Employee Social Fees
7.0%
Total Deductions: 39.0%
Est. Take-Home: kr 353,612/yr

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

Salary Equivalents

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

City Currency Equivalent
New York USD $63,675
London GBP £54,798
Dubai AED AED 318,616

Other Neighborhoods in Stockholm

Neighborhood COLI Multiplier vs Avg
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%
Danderyd 73.9 1.15x +15%

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Compare Östermalm

Östermalm vs Vallentuna Östermalm vs Täby Östermalm vs Gamla Stan Östermalm vs Norrmalm

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Neighborhoods with a similar cost of living to Östermalm:

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Östermalm expensive in Stockholm?

Yes, Östermalm is one of the more expensive neighborhoods in Stockholm. It costs about +32% more than the city average, ranking #1 out of 24 neighborhoods.

How does Östermalm compare to the Stockholm average?

The cost of living in Östermalm is significantly above the Stockholm average. With a multiplier of 1.32x, everyday expenses including rent, food, and transportation are +32% 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.