What is the average salary in Sweden?

The average monthly salary in Sweden is SEK 539,700, which is a salary of SEK 44,975. While the entry-level position starts with an average lower salary of SEK 137,400 (SEK 11,450 monthly), experienced professionals in top roles can earn as much as SEK 2,411,500 annually or SEK 200,958 per month.
 

According to the 2023 report, the average monthly salary in Sweden was SEK 34,800, making a yearly salary of 417,600 in 2024. For an 8-hour workday, the hourly wage is about SEK 207.14.|
 

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Average salaries in Sweden according to region

Sweden has a different distribution. It is higher in major cities and the capital city while in rural areas. Stockholm is the capital of Sweden, and it has the highest salary of SEK 38,000. The reason behind the high salary increment is the domination of sectors like the tech industry, with high-paying salaries and corporate headquarters, hence its position in the first place. Stockholm is followed by Gotland, around SEK 37,500.
 

Sweden has a different economic pattern that can be witnessed between central and southern cities. Central cities such as Halland and Västra Götaland offer higher average salaries of around SEK 35,000-36,000, whereas northern regions such as Västerbotten and Norrbotten have lower average salaries of around SEK 34,000. Most of the country falls within the average salary range of SEK 32,000-36,000 monthly.
 

 Average monthly salaries in Sweden

Below are the average monthly salaries across various occupational sectors:

Occupation	Average Monthly Salary (SEK)
Architectural and Engineering Managers, Level 2	53,200
Headmasters, Level 2	55,300
Pre-school Managers, Level 2	50,800
Unit Managers in Social and Curative Care, Level 2	51,100
Unit Managers in Elderly Care, Level 2	47,200
Architects, Town and Traffic Planners	43,800
Professional Nurses	40,600
Physiotherapists	36,700
Occupational Therapists	36,000
Secondary Education Teachers	40,900
Primary School Teachers	37,700
Preschool Teachers	33,800
Management and Organisation Analysts	45,000
Software and System Developers	42,800
Social Work Professionals	37,500
Construction and Manufacturing Engineering Technicians	44,200
ICT Operations Technicians	34,700
Payroll and Personnel Clerks	32,100
Child Care Workers	25,800
Personal Assistants	30,800
Firefighters	34,800
Rail and Road Construction Workers	31,900
Restaurant and Kitchen Helpers	25,400

 

What can be considered a good salary in Sweden?

A good net salary is at least SEK 28,900 (€2,541) per month. A single person's estimated monthly costs, including the cost of living, total around SEK 20,306 (€1,786).

Here are the lists of good salaries in Sweden industry-wise:

Industry Name	Median Satisfactory Salary in SEK
Information Technology	45,000
Healthcare	38,000
Engineering	42,000
Education	35,000
Manufacturing	32,000
Retail	28,000
Transportation	30,000
Construction	34,000
Hospitality	25,000
Finance	47,000

 

List of Highest paying jobs in Sweden

The highest-paying jobs in Sweden are typically found in specialized technology fields. Below are some of the common professions yearly salaries for expats in Sweden:

Highest paying jobs in the UK	Salaries
HR Generalist	SEK 503,824 (€44,312)
Software Engineer	SEK 490,407 (€43,130)
Business Analyst, Finance/Banking	SEK 552,000 (€48,547)
Project Manager (General)	SEK 501,490 (€44,105)
Data Analyst	SEK 463,193 (€40,736)
UX Designer	SEK 419,304 (€36,876)
Digital Marketing Specialist	SEK 388,308 (€34,150
Senior Product Manager	SEK 695,812 (€61,195)
Creative Director	SEK 618,000 (€54,351)

 

International Companies Hiring In Sweden

Certain international companies are hiring foreign nationals to work in Sweden, which are:

• 10 Chambers
• Klarna
• Rovio
• Volvo Cars
• IKEA
• Tetracpac
• Ericsson
   

Benefits of working in Sweden

Here are some benefits of working in Sweden

• Enjoy universal healthcare
• Parental leave
• Childcare benefits
• Education
• Unemployment benefits
• Sick leaves
   

Sweden Labor Market Facts 

Below are some the interesting labor market facts in Sweden that foreign nationals must know before working in Sweden:

• 80% of strong Labor participation rates
• Generous parental leaves
• High union membership
• Flexible working environment
• Low unemployment rate
• Worker’s compensation rate
   

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