Gothenburg, Sweden
Gothenburg, Sweden is a Europe base for digital nomads with a typical solo monthly cost around $3000, average internet around 130 Mbps, and a safety score of 8/10. In our dataset the friendliest months are May, Jun, Jul, Aug, while rainy months to plan around are Oct, Nov. Place feel leans urban with vibes tagged foodie, adventure. Visa: Initial Temporary Visa: up to 365 days. Application required; eligibility and renewals vary, verify official sources. Time zone UTC+1.
Key stats for digital nomads
- Cost of living (solo / month): $3000
- Long-term monthly estimate: $2250
- Median Airbnb (night): $136 (estimate)
- Internet: 130 Mbps (reliability 8/10 (estimate))
- Power grid stability: 9/10 (estimate)
- Coworking density: Low
- Safety: 8/10 (female safety 9/10)
- Visa: Initial Temporary Visa: up to 365 days. Application required; eligibility and renewals vary, verify official sources.
- Timezone: UTC+1
- Language: Swedish
- Region: Europe
- Best months: May, Jun, Jul, Aug
- Rainy months: Oct, Nov
- Avg temperature: 8°C
Vibe tags
- foodie
- adventure
Landscape
- urban
Why go
- Coastal
- Food scene
- Livable
Trade-offs
- Expensive
- Rainy
- Cold
Quick answers
How much does it cost to live in Gothenburg as a digital nomad?
About $3000 a month for a solo nomad, based on Nomad Spin's data. For longer stays, our long-term monthly estimate is $2250. The median Airbnb estimate is $136 a night, which matters most if you book short stays instead of a monthly rental.
Is the internet in Gothenburg good enough for video calls?
Yes, for most calls. Nomad Spin lists average speeds around 130 Mbps with estimated reliability 8/10 and power grid stability 9/10. Coworking density is Low, so do not count on a coworking fallback. Test your own apartment's connection before a long stay.
How long can I stay in Sweden as a digital nomad?
Up to 365 days on the initial Temporary Visa, per Nomad Spin's data. It is an application-based route, so eligibility, income rules and renewals vary by applicant. Short visits without it follow normal entry rules. Verify current requirements with official Sweden government pages before you apply.
When is the best time to live in Gothenburg?
May to August are the best months in Nomad Spin's data. The rainy months to plan around are October and November, and the average temperature is about 8 C. Weather trade-offs we list: rainy and cold. Other months carry no weather flag in our data.
Is Gothenburg safe for solo female travelers?
Yes, by our scores. Gothenburg scores 8/10 for overall safety and 9/10 for female safety in Nomad Spin's data. LGBTQ+ friendliness scores 9/10. Use normal city precautions and check recent local advice for the area you book.
Who should skip Gothenburg as a nomad base?
Skip Gothenburg if these listed trade-offs are dealbreakers: expensive, rainy and cold. Its listed strengths are coastal, food scene and livable. The average temperature is about 8 C. Expect about $3000 a month in our data.
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