Originally Posted by
Joachim
Yet most everyday items are similarly priced despite said VAT...
https://www.numbeo.com/cost-of-livin...ountry2=Sweden
Indices Difference
Consumer Prices in Sweden are 16.57% higher than in United StatesConsumer Prices Including Rent in Sweden are 2.71% higher than in United StatesRent Prices in Sweden are 25.47% lower than in United StatesRestaurant Prices in Sweden are 25.55% higher than in United StatesGroceries Prices in Sweden are 4.42% higher than in United StatesLocal Purchasing Power in Sweden is 12.20% lower than in United States