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Psychiatrist Salary in Sweden

Psychiatrists diagnose and treat mental health conditions through therapy and medication. The Sweden median is $378,255 per year. Pick a city below for a local breakdown.

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National median
$378,255
per year
Monthly (national)
$31,521
per month, before tax
Highest-paying city
$378,255
Gothenburg, SE
Hourly (national)
$181.85
varies by city

Psychiatrist salary by city in Sweden

CityPer year
Gothenburg, SE$378,255
Malmö, SE$378,255
Uppsala, SE$378,255
Linköping, SE$378,255
Örebro, SE$378,255
Sollentuna, SE$378,255
Umeå, SE$378,255
Västerås, SE$378,255
Jönköping, SE$378,255
Helsingborg, SE$378,255
Stockholm, SE$264,572

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a psychiatrist make in Sweden?
The national median psychiatrist salary in Sweden is about 3 660 000 kr per year (305 000 kr per month). Across 11 cities, pay ranges from about 2 560 000 kr to 3 660 000 kr.
Which Sweden city pays psychiatrists the most?
Gothenburg, SE pays the most at about 3 660 000 kr per year.
Which Sweden city pays psychiatrists the least?
Among cities we cover, Stockholm, SE is on the lower end at about 2 560 000 kr per year for a psychiatrist.
What is the typical salary range for a psychiatrist in Sweden?
Across Sweden cities we cover, psychiatrist pay commonly spans from about 1 810 000 kr at the entry end in lower-paying markets up to about 5 069 100 kr for senior pay in higher-paying cities. Open a city page for the full local percentile band.
How many Sweden cities have psychiatrist salary data?
Pay by Role publishes psychiatrist pay for 11 cities in Sweden, all shown in SEK.
Is psychiatrist in demand in Sweden?
Employment for this role is projected to change by about +8% over the next decade. Related healthcare roles on Pay by Role include Registered Nurse, Nurse Practitioner, Physician.