The average monthly salaries in Sweden increased from 2014 to 2022. While Swedes earned 31,400 Swedish kronor on average in 2014, they earned 38,300 in 2022, showing an increase of 22 percent over that time period. The highest average monthly earnings could be found among banking, finance, and insurance managers.

Men earn more than women

As is the norm in most European countries, men earn on average more than women in Sweden. However, women earned on average 95 percent of men's average wages in 2022, showing that Sweden is one of the most equal countries in the world in terms of gender payment.

Public and private sector

Sweden has a large public sector compared to many other countries, but the highest average wages are found in the private sector. In 2021, the average salary per month in the public sector was just short of 36,000 Swedish kronor, compared to nearly 38,000 in the private sector.

The highest average monthly salary in Sweden in 2022 was in the sector of financial institutions and insurance companies. The average monthly salary for employees at companies within this sector amounted to over 57,000 Swedish kronor in 2022, which is significantly higher than the average monthly salary for individuals with a tertiary education in Sweden.

 Insurance industry

The number of insurance companies at the market in Sweden amounted to more than 320 in 2020. Furthermore, more than 22,000 individuals were employed at insurance companies in 2020.

Hotel and restaurant industry

At the bottom of the list of average monthly earnings in Sweden in 2022 was hotels and restaurants, where the average monthly salary amounted to around 28,000 Swedish kronor. The hotel business in Sweden had experienced a growing number of employees before the COVID-19 pandemic hit, which has effected the hotel and restaurant business significantly.

In 2024, finance and insurance managers clearly had the highest average earnings in Sweden. With about 156,000 Swedish kronor per month, they earned on average around 47,000 kronor more than senior government officials, which was the occupational group with the second highest average wages in Sweden that year. With nearly 100,000 Swedish kronor per month, financial brokers had the third highest average salary in Sweden.

Wages in Manufacturing in Sweden increased to 217.30 SEK/Hour in December from 215.40 SEK/Hour in November of 2024. This dataset provides - Sweden Average Hourly Wages in Manufacturing - actual values, historical data, forecast, chart, statistics, economic calendar and news.

In Sweden, people with a tertiary education have the highest average monthly salaries. In 2022, it amounted to 35,700 Swedish kronor, whereas people with a secondary or primary education earned 34,200 and 31,300, respectively. In 2022, almost 24 percent of the population in Sweden had a tertiary education.

The highest average salaries in financial institutions and insurance companies

The industry with the highest average monthly salary in Sweden in 2022 was financial institutions and insurance companies, where it amounted to over 57,000 Swedish kronor. Even within industries the salaries vary , and the occupational group with the highest average salary in Sweden in is banking, finance and insurance managers.

Women have lower salaries than men

Not only does the salary in Sweden differ between occupations, sectors, industries, and the level of education and age of the employee. Furthermore, men have a higher average salary than women. In 2022, women’s average earnings were 95 percent of men's.

In 2022, home service personnel had the lowest average wages in Sweden, earning 23,400 Swedish kronor per month. Berry pickers and planters had the second lowest average income, followed by cafe and pastry assistants and market researchers and interviewers. That year, banking, finance, and insurance managers had the highest average salary per month in Sweden.

About this dataset

Context

The dataset presents the distribution of median household income among distinct age brackets of householders in New Sweden town. Based on the latest 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates from the American Community Survey, it displays how income varies among householders of different ages in New Sweden town. It showcases how household incomes typically rise as the head of the household gets older. The dataset can be utilized to gain insights into age-based household income trends and explore the variations in incomes across households.

Key observations: Insights from 2023

In terms of income distribution across age cohorts, in New Sweden town, the median household income stands at $73,750 for householders within the 25 to 44 years age group, followed by $49,250 for the 65 years and over age group. Notably, householders within the 45 to 64 years age group, had the lowest median household income at $44,500.

Content

When available, the data consists of estimates from the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates. All incomes have been adjusting for inflation and are presented in 2023-inflation-adjusted dollars.

Age groups classifications include:

• Under 25 years
• 25 to 44 years
• 45 to 64 years
• 65 years and over

Variables / Data Columns

• Age Of The Head Of Household: This column presents the age of the head of household
• Median Household Income: Median household income, in 2023 inflation-adjusted dollars for the specific age group

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Margin of Error

Data in the dataset are based on the estimates and are subject to sampling variability and thus a margin of error. Neilsberg Research recommends using caution when presening these estimates in your research.

Custom data

If you do need custom data for any of your research project, report or presentation, you can contact our research staff at research@neilsberg.com for a feasibility of a custom tabulation on a fee-for-service basis.

Inspiration

Neilsberg Research Team curates, analyze and publishes demographics and economic data from a variety of public and proprietary sources, each of which often includes multiple surveys and programs. The large majority of Neilsberg Research aggregated datasets and insights is made available for free download at https://www.neilsberg.com/research/.

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About this dataset

Context

The dataset presents the the household distribution across 16 income brackets among four distinct age groups in Sweden town: Under 25 years, 25-44 years, 45-64 years, and over 65 years. The dataset highlights the variation in household income, offering valuable insights into economic trends and disparities within different age categories, aiding in data analysis and decision-making..

Key observations

• Upon closer examination of the distribution of households among age brackets, it reveals that there are 3(1.79%) households where the householder is under 25 years old, 37(22.02%) households with a householder aged between 25 and 44 years, 50(29.76%) households with a householder aged between 45 and 64 years, and 78(46.43%) households where the householder is over 65 years old.
• The age group of 25 to 44 years exhibits the highest median household income, while the largest number of households falls within the 65 years and over bracket. This distribution hints at economic disparities within the town of Sweden town, showcasing varying income levels among different age demographics.

Content

When available, the data consists of estimates from the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.

Income brackets:

• Less than $10,000
• $10,000 to $14,999
• $15,000 to $19,999
• $20,000 to $24,999
• $25,000 to $29,999
• $30,000 to $34,999
• $35,000 to $39,999
• $40,000 to $44,999
• $45,000 to $49,999
• $50,000 to $59,999
• $60,000 to $74,999
• $75,000 to $99,999
• $100,000 to $124,999
• $125,000 to $149,999
• $150,000 to $199,999
• $200,000 or more

Variables / Data Columns

• Household Income: This column showcases 16 income brackets ranging from Under $10,000 to $200,000+ ( As mentioned above).
• Under 25 years: The count of households led by a head of household under 25 years old with income within a specified income bracket.
• 25 to 44 years: The count of households led by a head of household 25 to 44 years old with income within a specified income bracket.
• 45 to 64 years: The count of households led by a head of household 45 to 64 years old with income within a specified income bracket.
• 65 years and over: The count of households led by a head of household 65 years and over old with income within a specified income bracket.

Good to know

Margin of Error

Data in the dataset are based on the estimates and are subject to sampling variability and thus a margin of error. Neilsberg Research recommends using caution when presening these estimates in your research.

Custom data

If you do need custom data for any of your research project, report or presentation, you can contact our research staff at research@neilsberg.com for a feasibility of a custom tabulation on a fee-for-service basis.

Inspiration

Neilsberg Research Team curates, analyze and publishes demographics and economic data from a variety of public and proprietary sources, each of which often includes multiple surveys and programs. The large majority of Neilsberg Research aggregated datasets and insights is made available for free download at https://www.neilsberg.com/research/.

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This dataset is a part of the main dataset for Sweden town median household income by age. You can refer the same here

In 2022, female workers in Sweden earned on average 27,100 Swedish kronor on a monthly basis, while the average salary for men in the same class was 30,800 Swedish kronor per month. The difference was higher for civil servants: Here, men earned 49,3000 kronor a month, compared to just above 41,000 kronor for women. Despite this, Sweden has the second lowest gender pay gap level of the five Nordic countries.

Sweden SE: Proportion of People Living Below 50 Percent Of Median Income: % data was reported at 11.100 % in 2021. This records an increase from the previous number of 10.100 % for 2020. Sweden SE: Proportion of People Living Below 50 Percent Of Median Income: % data is updated yearly, averaging 8.900 % from Dec 1975 (Median) to 2021, with 27 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 11.100 % in 2021 and a record low of 5.200 % in 1987. Sweden SE: Proportion of People Living Below 50 Percent Of Median Income: % data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by World Bank. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Sweden – Table SE.World Bank.WDI: Social: Poverty and Inequality. The percentage of people in the population who live in households whose per capita income or consumption is below half of the median income or consumption per capita. The median is measured at 2017 Purchasing Power Parity (PPP) using the Poverty and Inequality Platform (http://www.pip.worldbank.org). For some countries, medians are not reported due to grouped and/or confidential data. The reference year is the year in which the underlying household survey data was collected. In cases for which the data collection period bridged two calendar years, the first year in which data were collected is reported.;World Bank, Poverty and Inequality Platform. Data are based on primary household survey data obtained from government statistical agencies and World Bank country departments. Data for high-income economies are mostly from the Luxembourg Income Study database. For more information and methodology, please see http://pip.worldbank.org.;;The World Bank’s internationally comparable poverty monitoring database now draws on income or detailed consumption data from more than 2000 household surveys across 169 countries. See the Poverty and Inequality Platform (PIP) for details (www.pip.worldbank.org).

In 2021, workers in Sweden earned on average 28,500 Swedish kronor monthly, while civil servants had an average salary of 43,600 Swedish kronor per month. What is more, men tend to earn a higher monthly salary than women.

The average monthly salary for employees in the public sector in Sweden amounted to 36,600 Swedish kronor in 2022. During the same year, the average monthly salary in the private sector was slightly higher.

Around 1.5 million employees in the public sector

Sweden has a large public sector compared to many other countries. It employed in total around 1.5 million individuals in 2022, distributed between the central government and the municipal sector. Most of the employees were employed within the municipal sector.

Extensive public sector and a relatively high tax ratio

The public sector in Sweden is extensive and covers social insurances, health care, and education, among others. The public sector is financed by taxes and due to such a large public sector, Sweden has a relatively high tax ratio, which was at 42 percent of Sweden’s gross domestic product in 2022.

About this dataset

Context

The dataset presents median income data over a decade or more for males and females categorized by Total, Full-Time Year-Round (FT), and Part-Time (PT) employment in Sweden town. It showcases annual income, providing insights into gender-specific income distributions and the disparities between full-time and part-time work. The dataset can be utilized to gain insights into gender-based pay disparity trends and explore the variations in income for male and female individuals.

Key observations: Insights from 2023

Based on our analysis ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates, we present the following observations: - All workers, aged 15 years and older: In Sweden town, the median income for all workers aged 15 years and older, regardless of work hours, was $35,000 for males and $28,972 for females.

These income figures indicate a substantial gender-based pay disparity, showcasing a gap of approximately 17% between the median incomes of males and females in Sweden town. With women, regardless of work hours, earning 83 cents to each dollar earned by men, this income disparity reveals a concerning trend toward wage inequality that demands attention in thetown of Sweden town.

- Full-time workers, aged 15 years and older: In Sweden town, among full-time, year-round workers aged 15 years and older, males earned a median income of $63,512, while females earned $48,985, leading to a 23% gender pay gap among full-time workers. This illustrates that women earn 77 cents for each dollar earned by men in full-time roles. This analysis indicates a widening gender pay gap, showing a substantial income disparity where women, despite working full-time, face a more significant wage discrepancy compared to men in the same roles.

Remarkably, across all roles, including non-full-time employment, women displayed a similar gender pay gap percentage. This indicates a consistent gender pay gap scenario across various employment types in Sweden town, showcasing a consistent income pattern irrespective of employment status.

Content

When available, the data consists of estimates from the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates. All incomes have been adjusting for inflation and are presented in 2023-inflation-adjusted dollars.

Gender classifications include:

• Male
• Female

Employment type classifications include:

• Full-time, year-round: A full-time, year-round worker is a person who worked full time (35 or more hours per week) and 50 or more weeks during the previous calendar year.
• Part-time: A part-time worker is a person who worked less than 35 hours per week during the previous calendar year.

Variables / Data Columns

• Year: This column presents the data year. Expected values are 2010 to 2023
• Male Total Income: Annual median income, for males regardless of work hours
• Male FT Income: Annual median income, for males working full time, year-round
• Male PT Income: Annual median income, for males working part time
• Female Total Income: Annual median income, for females regardless of work hours
• Female FT Income: Annual median income, for females working full time, year-round
• Female PT Income: Annual median income, for females working part time

Good to know

Margin of Error

Data in the dataset are based on the estimates and are subject to sampling variability and thus a margin of error. Neilsberg Research recommends using caution when presening these estimates in your research.

Custom data

If you do need custom data for any of your research project, report or presentation, you can contact our research staff at research@neilsberg.com for a feasibility of a custom tabulation on a fee-for-service basis.

Inspiration

Neilsberg Research Team curates, analyze and publishes demographics and economic data from a variety of public and proprietary sources, each of which often includes multiple surveys and programs. The large majority of Neilsberg Research aggregated datasets and insights is made available for free download at https://www.neilsberg.com/research/.

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This statistic shows the average monthly salary in Sweden in 2016, by age group and gender. Men earned more than women regardless of age. Both men and women earned the most in the age group of 45 to 54 years. At this age, men received an average salary of 39 thousand Swedish kronor whereas women earned on average 33.3 thousand Swedish kronor.

Wages are forecast to grow in the Scandinavian countries Denmark, Sweden, and Norway in the next couple of years. Growth expectations are highest for Norway in 2023 and Denmark in 2024. The predictions are lower for Sweden, where average wages are forecast to increase by three percent in 2024.

Sweden - Median relative income of elderly people (60+): Males was 0.98% in December of 2024, according to the EUROSTAT. Trading Economics provides the current actual value, an historical data chart and related indicators for Sweden - Median relative income of elderly people (60+): Males - last updated from the EUROSTAT on March of 2025. Historically, Sweden - Median relative income of elderly people (60+): Males reached a record high of 0.98% in December of 2024 and a record low of 0.92% in December of 2015.

Sweden - Population living in households considering that they suffer from noise: Above 60% of median equivalised income was 10.10% in December of 2023, according to the EUROSTAT. Trading Economics provides the current actual value, an historical data chart and related indicators for Sweden - Population living in households considering that they suffer from noise: Above 60% of median equivalised income - last updated from the EUROSTAT on March of 2025. Historically, Sweden - Population living in households considering that they suffer from noise: Above 60% of median equivalised income reached a record high of 16.90% in December of 2020 and a record low of 10.10% in December of 2023.

In Sweden, men earn slightly more than women. From 2016 to 2021, women's average earnings in the country were 96 percent of that of their male counterparts, but dropped to 95 percent in 2022. This is despite the fact that women have a higher educational level than men.Unequal pay, a frequently observed problem Even though women in Sweden earn less on average than men, the gender pay gap is smaller in Sweden than in several other European countries. However, in a survey about attitudes towards gender equality, equal pay for equal work was considered the second most important issue facing women and girls in Sweden today. Gender difference in the distribution among occupations and sectors The main reason for the lack of equal pay for men and women is that the latter group tends to work in occupations where average salaries are lower than in those dominated by men. For instance, the average salary in the human health sector in Sweden is 35,000 Swedish kronor, compared to 57,200 in financial institutions and insurance companies. The health care sector in the country has a high share of female employees.

About this dataset

Context

The dataset presents the mean household income for each of the five quintiles in Sweden, New York, as reported by the U.S. Census Bureau. The dataset highlights the variation in mean household income across quintiles, offering valuable insights into income distribution and inequality.

Key observations

• Income disparities: The mean income of the lowest quintile (20% of households with the lowest income) is 14,026, while the mean income for the highest quintile (20% of households with the highest income) is 204,180. This indicates that the top earners earn 15 times compared to the lowest earners.
• *Top 5%: * The mean household income for the wealthiest population (top 5%) is 320,529, which is 156.98% higher compared to the highest quintile, and 2285.25% higher compared to the lowest quintile.

Content

When available, the data consists of estimates from the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.

Income Levels:

• Lowest Quintile
• Second Quintile
• Third Quintile
• Fourth Quintile
• Highest Quintile
• Top 5 Percent

Variables / Data Columns

• Income Level: This column showcases the income levels (As mentioned above).
• Mean Household Income: Mean household income, in 2023 inflation-adjusted dollars for the specific income level.

Good to know

Margin of Error

Data in the dataset are based on the estimates and are subject to sampling variability and thus a margin of error. Neilsberg Research recommends using caution when presening these estimates in your research.

Custom data

If you do need custom data for any of your research project, report or presentation, you can contact our research staff at research@neilsberg.com for a feasibility of a custom tabulation on a fee-for-service basis.

Inspiration

Neilsberg Research Team curates, analyze and publishes demographics and economic data from a variety of public and proprietary sources, each of which often includes multiple surveys and programs. The large majority of Neilsberg Research aggregated datasets and insights is made available for free download at https://www.neilsberg.com/research/.

Recommended for further research

This dataset is a part of the main dataset for Sweden town median household income. You can refer the same here

Löhne in Schweden stiegen im November von 200,80 SEK/Stunde im Oktober 2024 auf 201 SEK/Stunde. Diese Werte, historische Daten, Prognosen, Statistiken, Diagramme und ökonomische Kalender - Schweden - Löhne.