The cost of living in Sweden is considered high, particularly in major cities such as Stockholm, Gothenburg, and Malmö. Housing, transportation, and personal goods and services can be quite expensive compared to other countries.

Sweden has a temperate climate in the south with cold, cloudy winters and cool, partly cloudy summers, while the northern part of the country has a subarctic climate. The coastal areas can be relatively mild compared to the interior regions, which experience greater extremes of cold in the winter and warmth in the summer. The country generally has a high amount of precipitation with snowfall during the winter months, especially in the north.

The healthcare system in Sweden is known for its high quality and is predominantly publicly funded through taxes, managed by the regional councils and municipalities. Public healthcare is available to all residents, including expats and digital nomads who have registered with the Swedish Tax Agency and have a personal identity number (personnummer). Once registered, they gain access to healthcare services at the same cost as Swedish citizens. Private healthcare exists but is less common, and it often works in conjunction with the public system to provide more immediate or specialized services. The cost for public healthcare is capped annually, with visits to doctors and hospital stays requiring small fees up to the cap, after which services are free. Private healthcare costs are typically higher and paid out-of-pocket or through private insurance. The quality of both public and private healthcare in Sweden is generally high, with a strong emphasis on preventative care and accessibility.