Mörbylånga Shows Strong Economic Foundation Amid Rising Household Food Costs

Mörbylånga municipality in 2026 continues to demonstrate a stable and robust economic foundation, with local businesses performing well and financial results underpinning essential record-high investments for the municipality's future development. However, despite this overall economic strength, households in the region are facing significant financial pressures due to rising food costs.

According to local economic reports, while Mörbylånga's economy remains stable and prepared for continued growth, these positive results do not translate into surplus funds but are necessary to sustain crucial investment activities.

At the same time, Swedbank's grocery basket calculations reveal that food prices, although increasing at a slower pace recently, remain a heavy burden on family budgets. Food prices in 2025 rose by 2.6%, resulting in a 27% increase since January 2022. In contrast, wages have increased by approximately 15% during the same period, making grocery expenses a higher share of household consumption at 14%.

Families with teenagers are especially affected, paying on average 2,617 SEK more per month on groceries compared to 2022, with their total monthly grocery costs reaching 12,497 SEK. Single households have also seen increases, paying 797 SEK more per month. The price increments mainly stem from higher costs for beverages, meat, fish, and charcuterie, despite some decreases in fruits, vegetables, bread, and pastries prices.

Anneli Nilsson, CEO of Ölands Bank, confirmed that many Öland households perceive food expenses as taking up a larger proportion of their budgets, intensifying financial strains in the region despite the municipality's strong economic outlook.