Income Inequality Trend
The average monthly salary in Sweden increased to around 38,300 SEK in 2022.
Last updated: 2026-03-19
Key insights
- The average monthly salary in Sweden increased to around 38,300 SEK in 2022.
- The median apartment price was approximately 2,275,000 SEK in 2024, showing a slight rise from the previous year.
- The number of sold apartments saw a recovery to about 101,800 units in 2024 after a dip in 2023.
Analysis
Between 2015 and 2022, the average monthly salary in Sweden showed consistent growth, rising from around 32,000 SEK to 38,300 SEK. This trend indicates an overall positive shift in earnings, benefiting many workers across various sectors.
In the housing market, the median price for apartments experienced fluctuations over the years. After reaching its peak at around 2,310,000 SEK in 2021, the price slightly decreased in the following years but rebounded to approximately 2,275,000 SEK in 2024. Meanwhile, the number of sold apartments dropped to about 90,000 units in 2023 but recovered to around 101,800 units in 2024, suggesting a renewed interest in property purchases.
Additionally, the rate of completed dwellings per 1,000 inhabitants peaked at around 6.3 in 2019 but has since shown a downward trend to about 5.3 in 2024, indicating potential challenges in meeting housing demand. Overall, these metrics highlight a dynamic housing market alongside a steadily improving salary landscape in Sweden.