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Malmö Salary Guide 2026

Gross and net salary benchmarks for tech and non-tech professionals in Malmö, Sweden. All figures in SEK (kr) per month.

Tech Median Salary

kr48,000

gross per month

kr35,541 net(2600.0% tax)

Non-Tech Median Salary

kr35,000

gross per month

kr26,552 net(2410.0% tax)

Salary Breakdown by Percentile

PercentileTech GrossTech NetNon-Tech GrossNon-Tech Net
25th percentilekr40,000kr29,988(2500%)kr28,000kr21,731(2240%)
Median (50th)kr48,000kr35,541(2600%)kr35,000kr26,552(2410%)
75th percentilekr58,000kr42,025(2750%)kr45,000kr33,458(2560%)

Net figures include income tax and social contributions. Tax calculated for single person, standard deductions.

Tax Assumptions for Sweden

  • -Municipal tax rate varies by city (29-35%)
  • -National tax (20%) applies above ~598,500 SEK/year
  • -Basic deduction (grundavdrag) applied
  • -Single person, no dependents
  • -Standard deductions only
  • -Does not include employer contributions

What a Median Tech Salary Buys in Malmö

Neighborhoods where 1BR rent is under 35% of net income (kr35,541/mo net)

Fosie

18 min bus|Safety: 3/5
kr7,300 - kr8,90023% of net
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Oxie

25 min bus|Safety: 4/5
kr8,000 - kr9,70025% of net
suburbanfamiliesquiet

Rosengård

15 min bus|Safety: 2/5
kr9,300 - kr10,70028% of net
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average tech salary in Malmö?

The median (50th percentile) tech salary in Malmö is kr48,000 gross per month (2026 data). The 25th percentile is kr40,000 and the 75th percentile is kr58,000.

How much tax do I pay in Sweden?

On a median tech salary of kr48,000/month in Malmö, the effective tax rate is approximately 2600.0%, leaving kr35,541 net per month. Rates vary based on income level and personal circumstances.

What is the non-tech salary in Malmö?

Non-tech median salary in Malmö is kr35,000 gross per month. After tax, that is approximately kr26,552 net per month.

Can I afford a 1-bedroom apartment in Malmö on a tech salary?

1-bedroom rents in Malmö range from kr7,300 to kr18,700. On a median tech net salary of kr35,541, 3 neighborhoods are affordable (rent under 35% of net income).

How does Malmö compare to other cities in Sweden?

Malmö has a median tech salary of kr48,000. Explore our comparison tool to see how it stacks up against other cities in Sweden for rent, expenses, and take-home pay.

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Updated Mar 2026

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2026 tax rules • Mar 2026 rent data