Sweden
Home of Fika and Flat-Pack Ingenuity
Overview
A Scandinavian nation of innovation and design, from IKEA to Spotify, with vast boreal forests, a generous welfare state, and a strong commitment to sustainability.
Geographic Context
Region
Europe
Subregion
Northern Europe
Land Area
450,295 km²
Capital
Stockholm
Languages
Swedish
Currencies
Swedish krona (kr)
At a Glance
85
Oyster Score
Composite index
Health
64
Freedom
96
Security
94
Life Expectancy
82.7 yrs
Median Age
39.9 yrs
Urbanization
89%
Cost Index
81
Housing Index
66
Healthcare Access
73/100
Climate
Average Temperature
6.6°C
Most Temperate Cities
1 Malmö 8.9°C
2 Helsingborg 8.7°C
3 Göteborg 8.4°C
4 Göteborgs stad 8.4°C
5 Gotland 8.4°C
Cities
Economy & Finance
Finances
Economic Indicators
Cost Index 81
Cost of Living
Price Levels & Affordability
Housing Index 66
Investment
Credit Rating & Markets
Corp. Tax 20.60%
Taxation
Tax Rates & Compliance
Employment
Labor & Social Protection
Startup Score 92/100
Business Environment
Trade & Commerce
FDI Openness 24/100
Society & Governance
International
Travel
Visas & Entry Requirements
Visa-Free 161 countries
Diplomatic Relations
Embassies & Alliances
Missions 117
Defence
Military & Security
Mil. Spending 1.47% GDP
Infrastructure
Energy & Transport
Internet Speed 172 Mbps
Environment
Emissions & Biodiversity
Disaster Risk 6/100
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Sources: World Bank | WHO | Freedom House | OECD · Last updated: 2025