Västerbotten County
2 357 inhabitants
Municipal tax
35.45%
SCB 2026
Median income
371 tkr
SCB 2024
Unemployment
1.5%
SCB 2025
House price
567 tkr
SCB 2024
Population
2 357
SCB 2024
163 key figures · 15 life domains · Data updated 2024
15 Life Domains
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Sorsele ranks in the Top 10% nationally in employment, with a score of 76.5. The municipality's employment rate by region is reported at 85.1%, which is somewhat above the national average of 80.8% (c13). Additionally, the unemployment rate stands at 1.5%, significantly below the national average of 4.9% (c14). These figures suggest a robust employment situation within the municipality, utilizing complete data across seven key performance indicators (KPIs).
The rate of self-employment in Sorsele is 18.7%, a figure that is significantly above the national average of 11.6% (c11). This indicates a strong entrepreneurial presence within the municipality. Furthermore, Sorsele has a notable 105.2 enterprises per 1,000 inhabitants, well above the national average of 60.4 (c12). These metrics reflect an active local economy with a favorable environment for businesses and entrepreneurial activities.
However, some indicators reflect challenges. For instance, 64.7% of respondents from the Medborgarundersökningen perceive opportunities for work near their homes, which is notably below the national average of 76.5% (c08). Additionally, the proportion of residents aged 18 and older in debt to Kronofogden is reported at 2.9%, significantly below the national average of 4.3% (c10). Lastly, the median income for residents aged 25-29 in Sorsele is SEK 361,500, somewhat above the national average of SEK 329,089 (c09).
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Sorsele shows a strong profile in Work, Safety and Education. Transport is the only area below the national average.
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