Boras, Sweden, Sweden — cost of living
Wikipedia · Borås

Boras, Sweden

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Boras, Sweden

About Boras, Sweden

Costs exclude rent
Single / month
$749
Family of 4 / mo
$1,910
Avg salary (after tax)
$3,070

Boras is a charming city located in Sweden , known for its rich textile history and vibrant culture. Nestled in the Västra Götaland region, Boras is often called the "Textile City" because of its long-standing connection to the textile industry. This city is filled with beautiful parks, making it a great place for outdoor activities and relaxation.

Data aggregated from public cost-of-living sources. See About for methodology.· Wikipedia · Borås· Updated May 22, 2026

Cost breakdown by category

Cost breakdown

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Fashion

  • Men's Dress ShoesUSD $123.22
  • Classic Jeans (e.g., Levi's 501)USD $111.93
  • Summer Dress from Chain Stores (e.g., Zara, H&M)USD $46.5
  • Midrange Nike Running ShoesUSD $111

Financial

  • Mortgage Interest Rate (20-Year Fixed)USD $0.19
  • Average Monthly Salary After TaxUSD $2,765

Food - Beverages

  • Soft Drinks (350 ml Bottle)USD $2.8
  • Imported Beer (Small Bottle)USD $8.42
  • Local Draft Beer (Pint)USD $9.02
  • Bottled Water (350 ml)USD $2.47
  • CappuccinoUSD $4.83

Food - Dining

  • Casual Dining ExperienceUSD $12.14
  • Upscale Dinner for TwoUSD $72.16
  • Fast Food ComboUSD $10.82

Food - Grocery

  • Apples (1 kg)USD $2.78
  • Bananas (1 kg)USD $2.3
  • Oranges (1 kg)USD $3.02
  • Tomatoes (1 kg)USD $3.13
  • Potatoes (1 kg)USD $1.26
  • Onions (1 kg)USD $1.28
  • Lettuce (1 Head)USD $1.59
  • Bottled Water (1.5L)USD $1.82
  • Midrange Bottle of WineUSD $11.9
  • Marlboro (20-Pack)USD $9.02
  • Milk (1 litre)USD $1.25
  • Beef Round (1 kg)USD $22.2
  • Chicken Fillets (1 kg)USD $8.4
  • Local Cheese (1 kg)USD $8.72
  • Dozen EggsUSD $2.81
  • White Rice (1 kg)USD $2.86
  • Fresh White Bread (1 kg)USD $4.55

Housing

  • Average Cost per Square Foot for Apartments Outside City CenterUSD $253.8
  • Average Rent of 1-Bedroom Apartment in City CenterUSD $745.7
  • Average Rent of 1-Bedroom Apartment Outside City CenterUSD $553.26
  • Average Rent of 3-Bedroom Apartment in City CenterUSD $1,460
  • Average Rent of 3-Bedroom Apartment Outside City CenterUSD $1,003
  • Average Cost per Square Foot for Apartments in City CenterUSD $370.33

Leisure

  • Monthly Fee for Fitness Club Membership (1 Adult)USD $40.53
  • Tennis Court Rental (1 Hour, Weekend)USD $23.92
  • Cinema Ticket (International Release)USD $15.63
  • Monthly Fee for Private Kindergarten (1 Child)USD $180.42
  • Yearly Cost for International Primary School (1 Child)USD $1,804

Transportation

  • Average Monthly Cost of Public Transport PassUSD $83.59
  • Average Price of a New Sedan CarUSD $27,573
  • Average Price of a New Compact Hatchback CarUSD $29,106
  • 1 Hour Taxi WaitUSD $72.16
  • Average Taxi Fare for 1 kmUSD $3.87
  • Average Rate to Start a Taxi RideUSD $6.61
  • One-Way Local Transport FareUSD $4.08

Utilities (Monthly)

  • Internet Service (60 Mbps or More, Unlimited)USD $25.23
  • Average Monthly Cost for Essential Utilities in a 915 sq. ft. ApartmentUSD $108.77

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How we calculate these numbers

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