What is the job market like in Piteå?

Unemployment in Piteå was 2.7% in 2024 and the median income SEK 420,000 per year. The commuting figures below tell you whether the jobs are in the municipality or the one next door.

Unemployment
2.7 % 267th highest of 290 municipalities 2024
Median income
420,000 SEK/yr 44th highest of 290 municipalities 2024
Post-secondary educated
40.1 % 98th highest of 290 municipalities 2025
Commuting in
9.3 % 283rd highest of 290 municipalities 2024
Commuting out
19.4 % 241st highest of 290 municipalities 2024

How much commuting is there in Piteå?

Commuting in is 9.3% and commuting out 19.4% (2024). The two shares are calculated on different bases and should be read separately, not against each other.

What is the education level in Piteå?

40.1% of residents have post-secondary education (2025).

How are household finances in Piteå?

2.7% of residents are registered as in debt with the Swedish Enforcement Authority (2025).

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

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