South Africa vs Sweden
Sweden is about 49% pricier than South Africa overall, with a price level of 80.7 versus 41.2 (US = 100). The gap is widest in restaurants & hotels and narrowest in food. On quality of life, Sweden scores higher (98 vs 53 of 100).
Metric South Africa Sweden
Price level (US=100) 41.2 80.7
GDP / capita (PPP) $15,456 $71,845
GNI / capita (PPP) $15,150 $75,000
Inflation (YoY) 4.4% 2.8%
What's different, by category
Price levels by category (world average = 100). The cheaper of the two is highlighted.
Category South Africa Sweden
Housing & utilities 76 185
Food 88 138
Transport 99 186
Restaurants & hotels 60 176
Health 76 173
Communication 76 173
Category price levels: World Bank ICP 2021 (world average = 100).
Quality of life
Metric South Africa Sweden
Quality-of-life score 53/100 98/100
Life expectancy 66 yrs 84 yrs
Safety · homicide /100k 43.7 1.1
Internet users 78% 96%
Frequently asked
Is South Africa more expensive than Sweden?
Sweden is more expensive: about 49% pricier than South Africa overall.
What would a $100,000 lifestyle cost in Sweden?
Living the way $100,000 buys in South Africa would cost roughly $196,000 in Sweden, based on overall price levels.
Which has the better quality of life, South Africa or Sweden?
Sweden scores higher, 98 vs 53 out of 100.
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