What is the job market like in Malmö?

Unemployment in Malmö was 10.1% in 2024 and the median income SEK 369,100 per year. The commuting figures below tell you whether the jobs are in the municipality or the one next door.

Unemployment
10.1 % 2nd highest of 290 municipalities 2024
Median income
369,100 SEK/yr 246th highest of 290 municipalities 2024
Post-secondary educated
56.1 % 22nd highest of 290 municipalities 2025
Commuting in
39.4 % 66th highest of 290 municipalities 2024
Commuting out
28.9 % 193rd highest of 290 municipalities 2024

How much commuting is there in Malmö?

Commuting in is 39.4% and commuting out 28.9% (2024). The two shares are calculated on different bases and should be read separately, not against each other.

What is the education level in Malmö?

56.1% of residents have post-secondary education (2025).

How are household finances in Malmö?

5.1% of residents are registered as in debt with the Swedish Enforcement Authority (2025).

The figures are shown in full on the municipal page for Malmö, along with a map, development over time and comparable municipalities. The source of each figure is listed under data sources.

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