Gothenburg vs Rome: cost of living for digital nomads
Gothenburg, Sweden and Rome, Italy, line by line from the catalogue: what a month costs, rent, food, coworking, safety and internet. Every figure links back to its source on the city page.
The short version
- Rome is about 5% cheaper than Gothenburg for a month of nomad living ($2,325 vs $2,450).
- Rent is the biggest gap: $1,100 in Rome against $1,150 in Gothenburg.
- Gothenburg scores higher on safety (8/10 vs 7/10).
- Internet is faster in Gothenburg: 250 Mbps typical against 120 Mbps.
- Gothenburg is temperate; Rome is mediterranean.
Gothenburg wins 3 of the measured lines; Rome wins 4.
Frequently asked questions
Which city is cheaper, Gothenburg or Rome?
Rome is cheaper: about $2,325/month against $2,450/month in Gothenburg, roughly 5% less for a typical remote worker's budget.
Which city is safer, Gothenburg or Rome?
Gothenburg scores higher on safety: 8/10 against 7/10 for Rome.
Which has faster internet, Gothenburg or Rome?
Gothenburg has faster typical internet: 250 Mbps against 120 Mbps in Rome.
| Line | Gothenburg | Rome |
|---|---|---|
| Monthly total (USD) | $2,450 | $2,325 |
| Rent | $1,150 | $1,100 |
| Food | $560 | $550 |
| Transport | $80 | $45 |
| Coworking | $170 | $180 |
| Safety (out of 10) | 8/10 | 7/10 |
| Internet (Mbps) | 250 | 120 |
| Climate | temperate | mediterranean |
| City size | mid | metro |
| Setting | coast | inland |
| Nomad score (out of 10) | 7/10 | 7/10 |
Costs are typical monthly figures for one person in USD, from the sources named on each city page; safety and internet are the catalogue's own ratings. Cost figures verified (Eastern Time): Gothenburg September 11, 2026, Rome September 10, 2026.