Sweden
Country statistics · 1990–present
Sweden at a Glance
Sweden is home to 10.6 million people as of 2024, with a population that is growing slowly. At a GDP per capita of $79,297, it is a high-income economy — placing it among the wealthiest nations per person. Life expectancy at birth stands at 84.1 years, among the highest in the world.
Population Trends
The total resident population stood at 10.6 million as of 2024. With a birth rate of 9.3 and a death rate of 8.6 per 1,000 people (2024), the natural growth rate stands at 0.7 per 1,000 — equivalent to roughly 7,000 additional residents each year from natural change alone.
Economy & Development
Sweden is a mid-sized economy, with a total GDP that is projected at $871 billion (2029 IMF projection). At $79,297 per person, it is classified as a high-income economy — placing it among the wealthiest nations per person. Real GDP growth is projected at 1.9% in 2029, representing modest growth. The unemployment rate is projected at 7.5% (2029 IMF projection), indicating moderate unemployment.
Health & Society
Life expectancy at birth is 84.1 years (2024), among the highest in the world. Current health expenditure per person is $6,485 (2024), representing a high level of healthcare investment per person. 95.8% of the population use the internet (2025), indicating near-universal internet access. Access to safe drinking water reaches 99.8% of the population (2024), representing near-universal access to safe drinking water.