Nurse Salary in Stockholm (2026)

Nurses in Stockholm earn kr 339,521/year (≈$37,294 USD), adjusted for local cost of living. Ranked #34 of 113 cities for this role.

Local Salary
kr 339,521
per year
USD Equivalent
$37,294
per year
Take-Home
61%
$1,896/mo net

Salary Range in Stockholm

Typical nurse salary range in Stockholm, adjusted for local cost of living (COLI: 64.3):

Entry Level
kr 175,615
Mid-Career
kr 339,521
Senior
kr 585,382

Top Cities for Nurse Salary

Highest-paying cities for this role after cost-of-living adjustment:

City Local Salary USD Equiv. Take-Home
ZurichCHF 57,521$70,99263%
GenevaCHF 55,735$68,78860%
New York$58,000$58,00069%
San Francisco$56,608$56,60870%
SingaporeS$66,264$50,86676%

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a nurse earn in Stockholm?

A nurse in Stockholm earns approximately kr 339,521/year (≈$37,294 USD equivalent), based on the Stockholm cost of living index of 64.3. Entry-level roles start around kr 175,615 and senior positions can reach kr 585,382.

What is the take-home pay for a nurse in Stockholm?

After income tax and social contributions in Sweden, a nurse in Stockholm takes home approximately 61% of their gross salary, or around $1,896/month ($22,749/year in USD equivalent).

How does Stockholm rank for nurse salaries globally?

Stockholm ranks #34 out of 113 cities for nurse salaries after cost-of-living adjustment. The top city globally for this role is Zurich.