Malmö, Sweden
Salary Benchmarks · Malmö
Gross and net pay for tech and non-tech roles in Malmö, Sweden. Monthly figures in SEK (kr).
The median tech salary in Malmö is about kr48,000/month gross (2026 data); most roles fall between kr40,000 and kr58,000. After tax that leaves roughly kr35,641/month net (25.7% effective rate) in Sweden.
Tech Median Salary
kr48,000
gross per month
kr35,641 net(25.7% tax)
Non-Tech Median Salary
kr35,000
gross per month
kr26,627 net(23.9% tax)
Percentile breakdown
| Percentile | Tech Gross | Tech Net | Non-Tech Gross | Non-Tech Net |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 25th percentile | kr40,000 | kr30,070(24.8%) | kr28,000 | kr21,792(22.2%) |
| Median (50th) | kr48,000 | kr35,641(25.7%) | kr35,000 | kr26,627(23.9%) |
| 75th percentile | kr58,000 | kr42,605(26.5%) | kr45,000 | kr33,552(25.4%) |
Net numbers account for income tax and social contributions. Calculated for a single filer with standard deductions.
What we're assuming 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
Where a median tech salary actually goes in Malmö
Neighborhoods where a 1BR costs less than 35% of net income (kr35,641/mo net).
Fosie
18 min bus|Safety: 3/5
kr7,300 - kr8,90023% of net
affordablesuburbanfamilies
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
affordablediverselocal
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Questions people actually ask
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 (2026 data), the effective tax rate is approximately 25.7%, leaving kr35,641 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 (2026 data). After tax, that is approximately kr26,627 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 kr35,641 (2026 data), 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 (2026 data). Explore our comparison tool to see how it stacks up against other cities in Sweden for rent, expenses, and take-home pay.