Cost Breakdown
| Category | Notes | |
|---|---|---|
| 🏠 Housing |
$750.00
$1,400.00
$70.00
|
Per day for short-term rentals in central Karlstad |
| 🔌 Utilities |
$120.00
$150.00
$0.00
|
Included in accommodation |
| 📶 Internet & Mobile |
$40.00
$60.00
$5.00
|
Daily average for prepaid SIM and Wi-Fi access |
| 🛒 Groceries |
$300.00
$500.00
$15.00
|
Daily average assuming some self-catering |
| 🚗 Transportation |
$60.00
$100.00
$8.00
|
Daily average including public transport and occasional taxis |
| 🍽️ Dining Out |
$120.00
$600.00
$40.00
|
Daily average for meals at mid-range restaurants |
| 🎟️ Leisure Activities |
$50.00
$150.00
$12.00
|
Daily average including museums, cinemas, and local events |
| 🏥 Health Insurance |
$80.00
$200.00
$10.00
|
Daily average for travel health insurance |
| 📝 Visa & Legal Fees |
$0.00
$50.00
$0.00
|
One-time or monthly averaged fees for expats; tourists typically exempt |
| Total |
$1,520.00
$3,210.00
$160.00
|
Local Resident: Basic but comfortable lifestyle for a local salary. Cooking most meals at home with occasional local restaurants (2-3x/month). Local brands and services.
Digital Nomad: Western standard of living with imported goods/services. Regular dining out at mid-range to upscale restaurants (3-4x/week). Mix of local and imported products.
Tourist: Daily costs for comfortable short-term stays. Eating most meals at restaurants, using tourist-oriented services and accommodations.
Individual Item Costs
🏢 Apartment (1 bedroom)
$750.00
Varies by neighborhood. City center tends to be 20-30% higher.
per month
☕ Coffee
$3.50
Specialty coffee shops. Local cafes might be cheaper.
per cup