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Carpenter Salary in Sweden

Carpenters build and repair structures and fixtures from wood and other materials. The Sweden median is $84,642 per year. Pick a city below for a local breakdown.

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National median
$84,642
per year
Monthly (national)
$7,059
per month, before tax
Highest-paying city
$84,642
Gothenburg, SE
Hourly (national)
$40.69
varies by city

Carpenter salary by city in Sweden

CityPer year
Gothenburg, SE$84,642
Malmö, SE$84,642
Uppsala, SE$84,642
Linköping, SE$84,642
Örebro, SE$84,642
Sollentuna, SE$84,642
Umeå, SE$84,642
Västerås, SE$84,642
Jönköping, SE$84,642
Helsingborg, SE$84,642
Stockholm, SE$59,219

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a carpenter make in Sweden?
The national median carpenter salary in Sweden is about 819 000 kr per year (68 300 kr per month). Across 11 cities, pay ranges from about 573 000 kr to 819 000 kr.
Which Sweden city pays carpenters the most?
Gothenburg, SE pays the most at about 819 000 kr per year.
Which Sweden city pays carpenters the least?
Among cities we cover, Stockholm, SE is on the lower end at about 573 000 kr per year for a carpenter.
What is the typical salary range for a carpenter in Sweden?
Across Sweden cities we cover, carpenter pay commonly spans from about 405 000 kr at the entry end in lower-paying markets up to about 1 134 300 kr for senior pay in higher-paying cities. Open a city page for the full local percentile band.
How many Sweden cities have carpenter salary data?
Pay by Role publishes carpenter pay for 11 cities in Sweden, all shown in SEK.
Is carpenter in demand in Sweden?
Employment for this role is projected to change by about +4% over the next decade. Related skilled trades roles on Pay by Role include Electrician, Plumber, Chef.