What is the job market like in Helsingborg?

Unemployment in Helsingborg was 9.2% in 2024 and the median income SEK 382,900 per year. The commuting figures below tell you whether the jobs are in the municipality or the one next door.

Unemployment
9.2 % 5th highest of 290 municipalities 2024
Median income
382,900 SEK/yr 179th highest of 290 municipalities 2024
Post-secondary educated
46.4 % 56th highest of 290 municipalities 2025
Commuting in
36.5 % 84th highest of 290 municipalities 2024
Commuting out
31.7 % 178th highest of 290 municipalities 2024

How much commuting is there in Helsingborg?

Commuting in is 36.5% and commuting out 31.7% (2024). The two shares are calculated on different bases and should be read separately, not against each other.

What is the education level in Helsingborg?

46.4% of residents have post-secondary education (2025).

How are household finances in Helsingborg?

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 Helsingborg, along with a map, development over time and comparable municipalities. The source of each figure is listed under data sources.

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