What is the job market like in Vänersborg?

Unemployment in Vänersborg was 5.9% in 2024 and the median income SEK 390,100 per year. The commuting figures below tell you whether the jobs are in the municipality or the one next door.

Unemployment
5.9 % 73rd highest of 290 municipalities 2024
Median income
390,100 SEK/yr 132nd highest of 290 municipalities 2024
Post-secondary educated
42.2 % 79th highest of 290 municipalities 2025
Commuting in
36.3 % 88th highest of 290 municipalities 2024
Commuting out
48.9 % 92nd highest of 290 municipalities 2024

How much commuting is there in Vänersborg?

Commuting in is 36.3% and commuting out 48.9% (2024). The two shares are calculated on different bases and should be read separately, not against each other.

What is the education level in Vänersborg?

42.2% of residents have post-secondary education (2025).

How are household finances in Vänersborg?

4.7% of residents are registered as in debt with the Swedish Enforcement Authority (2025).

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

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