What is the job market like in Göteborg?

Unemployment in Göteborg was 6.4% in 2024 and the median income SEK 398,200 per year. The commuting figures below tell you whether the jobs are in the municipality or the one next door.

Unemployment
6.4 % 52nd highest of 290 municipalities 2024
Median income
398,200 SEK/yr 88th highest of 290 municipalities 2024
Post-secondary educated
57.7 % 17th highest of 290 municipalities 2024
Commuting in
34.1 % 103rd highest of 290 municipalities 2023
Commuting out
19.0 % 245th highest of 290 municipalities 2023

How much commuting is there in Göteborg?

Commuting in is 34.1% and commuting out 19.0% (2023). The two shares are calculated on different bases and should be read separately, not against each other.

What is the education level in Göteborg?

57.7% of residents have post-secondary education (2024).

How are household finances in Göteborg?

4.3% of residents are registered as in debt with the Swedish Enforcement Authority (2023).

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

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