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Architect Salary in Sweden

Architects design buildings and spaces that balance function, safety, and aesthetics. The Sweden median is $139,520 per year. Pick a city below for a local breakdown.

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National median
$139,520
per year
Monthly (national)
$11,627
per month, before tax
Highest-paying city
$139,520
Gothenburg, SE
Hourly (national)
$67.08
varies by city

Architect salary by city in Sweden

CityPer year
Gothenburg, SE$139,520
Malmö, SE$139,520
Uppsala, SE$139,520
Linköping, SE$139,520
Örebro, SE$139,520
Sollentuna, SE$139,520
Umeå, SE$139,520
Västerås, SE$139,520
Jönköping, SE$139,520
Helsingborg, SE$139,520
Stockholm, SE$97,768

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a architect make in Sweden?
The national median architect salary in Sweden is about 1 350 000 kr per year (112 500 kr per month). Across 11 cities, pay ranges from about 946 000 kr to 1 350 000 kr.
Which Sweden city pays architects the most?
Gothenburg, SE pays the most at about 1 350 000 kr per year.
Which Sweden city pays architects the least?
Among cities we cover, Stockholm, SE is on the lower end at about 946 000 kr per year for a architect.
What is the typical salary range for a architect in Sweden?
Across Sweden cities we cover, architect pay commonly spans from about 619 000 kr at the entry end in lower-paying markets up to about 1 944 000 kr for senior pay in higher-paying cities. Open a city page for the full local percentile band.
How many Sweden cities have architect salary data?
Pay by Role publishes architect pay for 11 cities in Sweden, all shown in SEK.
Is architect in demand in Sweden?
Employment for this role is projected to change by about +5% over the next decade. Related creative roles on Pay by Role include Graphic Designer, Copywriter, Video Editor.