Norrbotten County
Piteå
42 447 inhabitants
Municipal tax
33.59%
SCB 2026
Median income
418 tkr
SCB 2024
Unemployment
3.0%
SCB 2025
House price
2 103 tkr
SCB 2024
Population
42 447
SCB 2024
163 key figures · 15 life domains · Data updated 2024
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Piteå, located in Norrbotten County, holds a strong relative position in income, ranking 4th among the 290 municipalities in Sweden, which places it in the Top 10% nationally. The municipality has an index value of 70.9 for income and wealth, significantly above the national average index value of 57.5, as reported for 2025. This strong placement indicates a positive economic landscape in Piteå.
In terms of income inequality, Piteå presents a Gini index of 0.3, which is notably below the national average of 0.4 for 2024. This suggests a more equitable distribution of income within the municipality compared to many others in Sweden, reflecting health in Piteå's economic structure.
Piteå's average earned income for individuals aged 20-64 stands at SEK 422,600, somewhat above the national average of SEK 400,856. Meanwhile, the median earned income for the same age group is SEK 418,100, also somewhat above the national median of SEK 393,121. These figures, based on 2024 data, contribute to Piteå's strong overall standing in income-related measures, although the area builds on a limited selection of indicators.
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