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Civil Engineer Salary in Sweden

Civil engineers design and oversee infrastructure like roads, bridges, and water systems. The Sweden median is $140,554 per year. Pick a city below for a local breakdown.

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National median
$140,554
per year
Monthly (national)
$11,709
per month, before tax
Highest-paying city
$140,554
Gothenburg, SE
Hourly (national)
$67.57
varies by city

Civil Engineer salary by city in Sweden

CityPer year
Gothenburg, SE$140,554
Malmö, SE$140,554
Uppsala, SE$140,554
Linköping, SE$140,554
Örebro, SE$140,554
Sollentuna, SE$140,554
Umeå, SE$140,554
Västerås, SE$140,554
Jönköping, SE$140,554
Helsingborg, SE$140,554
Stockholm, SE$98,284

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a civil engineer make in Sweden?
The national median civil engineer salary in Sweden is about 1 360 000 kr per year (113 300 kr per month). Across 11 cities, pay ranges from about 951 000 kr to 1 360 000 kr.
Which Sweden city pays civil engineers the most?
Gothenburg, SE pays the most at about 1 360 000 kr per year.
Which Sweden city pays civil engineers the least?
Among cities we cover, Stockholm, SE is on the lower end at about 951 000 kr per year for a civil engineer.
What is the typical salary range for a civil engineer in Sweden?
Across Sweden cities we cover, civil engineer pay commonly spans from about 647 000 kr at the entry end in lower-paying markets up to about 1 883 600 kr for senior pay in higher-paying cities. Open a city page for the full local percentile band.
How many Sweden cities have civil engineer salary data?
Pay by Role publishes civil engineer pay for 11 cities in Sweden, all shown in SEK.
Is civil engineer in demand in Sweden?
Employment for this role is projected to change by about +8% over the next decade. Related engineering roles on Pay by Role include Mechanical Engineer, Electrical Engineer, Chemical Engineer.