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Oslo vs Stockholm — Cost of Living Comparison 2026

Which city is cheaper, safer, and better for remote workers? Here's the data.

Norway
Cost of Living (USA=100)
80
premium
Sweden
Cost of Living (USA=100)
68
premium
NoodlePants Verdict — generated from live data

Stockholm edges out Oslo on affordability with a Cost of Living index of 68 vs 80 (USA=100; premium vs premium). Stockholm scores higher on safety (null/100), and Stockholm wins on internet at ~—. Overall, Oslo takes the Nomad Score crown with null/100 — best for .

* Some figures are country averages — full city-level data coming soon.Pro members get neighbourhood-level breakdowns.

Metric
Oslo
Stockholm
Avg Rent 1BR (city centre)
US$1,700
US$1,500
Avg Rent 1BR (outside centre)
US$1,250
US$1,100
Cost of Living (USA=100)
80
68
Safety Score
Internet Speed
Nomad Score
Healthcare Score
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