Updated Feb 18, 2026
KEY STATS
1.5M
Population
187 km2
Area
292 Mbps
Internet
UTC+01:00
Timezone
BMA (8km)
Airport
OVERVIEW
Stockholm is the capital and most populous city of Sweden, as well as the largest urban area in the Nordic countries. Approximately 1 million people live in the municipality, with 1.6 million in the urban area, and 2.5 million in the metropolitan area. The city stretches across fourteen islands where Lake Mälaren flows into the Baltic Sea. Outsi...
QUICK FACTS
Country
Sweden
Region
Northern Europe
Population
1.5M
Timezone
UTC+01:00
Currency
SEK
Language
Swedish
Status
Capital City
Airport
BMA
GPS
59.33, 18.07
DROPTHE_ GOSSIP
Infrastructure
24,018 points of interest mapped in Stockholm — 128 per km2
Tech
292 Mbps average download — faster than most capital cities worldwide
Economy
21% cheaper than New York City based on overall cost of living index
Travel
BMA airport just 8 km from the city center
INFRASTRUCTURE
24,018 total POIs 128.3 per km²
Above avg per capita
Average
Below avg
Food & Drink
Restaurants
2,172
Cafes
782
Bars
313
Fast Food
826
Shopping
Supermarkets
332
Convenience
292
Shopping Malls
49
Healthcare
Hospitals
43
Clinics
298
Pharmacies
154
Education
Schools
1,182
Universities
48
Libraries
71
Recreation
Parks
1,642
Playgrounds
1,847
Sports
1,485
Cinemas
23
Museums
78
Theatres
70
Transport
Bus Stops
3,402
Train Stations
293
Fuel Stations
104
Services
Banks
74
ATMs
135
Post Offices
41
Police
16
Fire Stations
15
Source: DropThe Database | dropthe.org
INTERNET SPEED
292 Mbps
Download
241 Mbps
Upload
6ms
Latency
30,170
Tests
9,903
Devices
2025-Q4
Last updated
CLIMATE
-1°
J
0°
F
4°
M
8°
A
13°
M
16°
J
17°
J
16°
A
13°
S
8°
O
4°
N
0°
D
18-28 C ideal
Warm/Cool
Extreme
Year avg: 8.2 C Range: -1 - 17.3 C Rain: 649 mm/year Sunshine: 2,608 h/year
CITY SCORES
84.6
Nomad Index
B
Livability
37.5
Culture
58.3
Overall
COST OF LIVING
BIndex relative to New York City (NYC = 100)
78.6
Overall
21% cheaper than NYC
36.1
Rent
64% cheaper than NYC
72.8
Groceries
27% cheaper than NYC
82.0
Restaurants
18% cheaper than NYC
AIRPORT
BMA
Stockholm-Bromma Airport
8 km from center
Very close — ~12 min ride
FUN FACTS
Stockholm (; Swedish: [ˈstɔ̂kː(h)ɔlm] ) is the capital and most populous city of Sweden, as well as the largest urban area in the Nordic countries.
Approximately 1 million people live in the municipality, with 1.6 million in the urban area, and 2.5 million in the metropolitan area.
The city stretches across fourteen islands where Lake Mälaren flows into the Baltic Sea.
Outside the city to the east, and along the coast, is the island chain of the Stockholm archipelago.
The area has been settled since the Stone Age, in the 6th millennium BC, and was founded as a city in 1252 by Swedish statesman Birger Jarl.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is Stockholm known for?
Stockholm is a city in Sweden. It offers a range of cultural, historical, and natural attractions.
How fast is the internet in Stockholm?
Stockholm has an average download speed of 292 Mbps and upload speed of 241 Mbps, based on Ookla speed test data.
What is the weather like in Stockholm?
Stockholm has an average year-round temperature of approximately 8.2 degrees Celsius.
What airport serves Stockholm?
Stockholm is served by BMA (Stockholm-Bromma Airport), approximately 8 km from the city center.
What is the population of Stockholm?
The population of Stockholm is approximately 1.5M.
What infrastructure does Stockholm have?
Stockholm has 24,018 mapped points of interest, including 2,172 restaurants, 43 hospitals, 1,182 schools.
What country is Stockholm in?
Stockholm is located in Sweden.
