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Science and Technical Services Average Salaries in Sweden 2024

How much money does a person working in Science and Technical Services make in Sweden?


Average Monthly Salary
58,800 SEK
( 706,000 SEK yearly)

LOW
21,800
SEK
AVERAGE
58,800
SEK
HIGH
101,000
SEK
All salary figures displayed here are per month except when noted otherwise.
All salary and compensation figures displayed here are gross salary figures, that is the salary before tax deductions. Because taxes may differ across sectors and locations, it is difficult to accurately calculate the net salary after tax for every career.

A person working in Science and Technical Services in Sweden typically earns around 58,800 SEK. Salaries range from 21,800 SEK (lowest average) to 101,000 SEK (highest average, actual maximum salary is higher).


Salary Variance

The provided figure represents the median compensation that encompasses housing, transportation, and other perks. The salaries within the Science and Technical Services domain in Sweden exhibit significant discrepancies across various professions. In case you seek information about the remuneration of a specific position, please refer to the salaries listed below for respective job titles.

Salaries for specific jobs

Job TitleAverage Salary
Science and Technical Services
3D Lab Technologist45,300 SEK
3D Printing Specialist42,000 SEK
Algorithm Developer58,800 SEK
Analytical Chemist82,100 SEK
Anthropologist61,900 SEK
Archeologist56,700 SEK
Assistant Breeder29,300 SEK
Astronomer104,000 SEK
Atmospheric and Space Scientist87,300 SEK
Behavior Analyst56,800 SEK
Behavior Intervention Specialist63,300 SEK
Behavior Specialist59,300 SEK
Biochemist99,500 SEK
Biofuels Processing Technician40,000 SEK
Biofuels Production Manager71,500 SEK
Biologist102,000 SEK
Biomedical Laboratory Officer38,900 SEK
Biomedical Scientist95,700 SEK
Biophysicist99,500 SEK
Chemical Engineer44,300 SEK
Chemical Technologist45,200 SEK
Chemist87,600 SEK
Chief Robotics Integration Officer69,700 SEK
Chief Technologist83,700 SEK
Climate Change Analyst65,600 SEK
Clinical Laboratory Scientist96,000 SEK
Computer Scientist78,000 SEK
Conservation Scientist76,300 SEK
Data Science Specialist62,100 SEK
Data Scientist72,500 SEK
DNA Analyst101,000 SEK
Ecologist75,900 SEK
Economic Development Specialist77,200 SEK
Flavourist31,300 SEK
Food Scientist61,000 SEK
Forensic Scientist78,900 SEK
Formulation Technologist38,900 SEK
Fraud Investigator45,300 SEK
Genomics Scientist93,900 SEK
Geographer51,900 SEK
Geographic Information Systems Technician33,500 SEK
Geological Data Technician33,700 SEK
Geological Technician39,500 SEK
Geologist78,000 SEK
Geomatics Scientist76,500 SEK
Geophysical Data Technician32,500 SEK
Geospatial Information Scientist and Technologist69,600 SEK
Global Technical Lead106,000 SEK
Hydrologist63,400 SEK
Industrial Ecologist64,600 SEK
Intelligence Analyst58,900 SEK
Internet of Things (IoT) Architect49,700 SEK
Internet of Things (IoT) Compliance Analyst52,300 SEK
Internet of Things (IoT) Consultant56,300 SEK
Internet of Things (IoT) Engineer47,600 SEK
Internet of Things (IoT) Integration Specialist51,600 SEK
Internet of Things (IoT) Logistics Analyst41,900 SEK
Internet of Things (IoT) Security Analyst43,700 SEK
Internet of Things (IoT) Specialist45,200 SEK
Internet of Things (IoT) Technician34,900 SEK
Knowledge Management Specialist46,100 SEK
Lab Analyst41,000 SEK
Lab Manager65,000 SEK
Lab Technician30,200 SEK
Laboratory Manager71,200 SEK
Laboratory Researcher44,100 SEK
Laboratory Technician30,400 SEK
Life Sciences Analyst63,800 SEK
Life Scientist74,700 SEK
Marine Architect62,800 SEK
Marine Biologist72,500 SEK
Marine Superintendent42,600 SEK
Materials Analyst44,100 SEK
Materials Scientist71,900 SEK
Mathematician76,800 SEK
Medical Scientist103,000 SEK
Metallurgist71,100 SEK
Meteorologist71,700 SEK
Microbiologist106,000 SEK
Natural Language Processing Researcher63,400 SEK
Natural Resource Specialist58,100 SEK
Natural Resources Analyst63,400 SEK
Natural Sciences Manager89,700 SEK
Neurotechnology Specialist84,000 SEK
Nuclear Engineer109,000 SEK
Physical Scientist76,600 SEK
Physicist91,500 SEK
Political Scientist75,300 SEK
Polygraph Examiner26,700 SEK
Polysomnographic Technologist46,100 SEK
Product Development Scientist83,300 SEK
Quantitative Research Analyst64,400 SEK
Quantitative Researcher65,000 SEK
Quantum Algorithm Developer56,400 SEK
Quantum Computing Engineer51,300 SEK
Quantum Computing Ethics Officer48,900 SEK
Quantum Computing Specialist56,500 SEK
Radiation Protection Specialist53,100 SEK
Refrigeration Technician22,700 SEK
Research Scientist72,000 SEK
Risk Safety Engineer45,800 SEK
Robotics Architect59,700 SEK
Scientific Photographer42,300 SEK
Scientific Programmer60,600 SEK
Scientist72,900 SEK
Service Engineer43,100 SEK
Service Technician30,800 SEK
Social Science Research Assistant41,100 SEK
Social Scientist76,800 SEK
Sociologist74,600 SEK
Soil Scientist63,300 SEK
Statistical Analyst43,400 SEK
Statistical Assistant32,000 SEK
Statistician65,200 SEK
Survey Analyst40,700 SEK
Survey Researcher38,200 SEK
Surveying and Mapping Technician26,300 SEK
Team Leader59,300 SEK
Technical Manager65,900 SEK
Technical Officer30,100 SEK
Technical Service Director91,200 SEK
Technical Services Regulatory Affairs Specialist43,500 SEK
Technical Services Research and Development Manager101,000 SEK
Technical Services Research Associate48,100 SEK
Technical Services Research Coordinator50,600 SEK
Technician27,200 SEK
Water Ecologist81,200 SEK
Wearable Technology Developer47,300 SEK
Wearables Specialist40,900 SEK
Wildlife Biologist69,400 SEK


Science and Technical Services Jobs Pay Scale and Salaries in Sweden

Median and salary distribution Sweden Science and Technical Services monthly
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Salary Structure and Pay Scale Comparison

5% of people earn
55,000 SEK or more
10% of people earn
46,800 to 55,000 SEK
20% of people earn
29,000 SEK or less
65% of people earn
29,000 to 46,800 SEK
Minimum Salary
21,800 SEK
Median
54,900 SEK
Maximum
101,000 SEK




Median Salary, maximum and minimum salary, minimum wage, starting salary, and the salary range

All salary figures displayed here are per month except when noted otherwise.
  • Salary Range, Minimum Wage, and Starting Salary

    Salaries in Science and Technical Services in Sweden range from 21,800 SEK (starting average salary) to 101,000 SEK (maximum average salary, actual maximum is higher). To clarify, the number presented is not the legally mandated minimum wage. Rather, it represents the lowest figure reported in a salary survey that involved thousands of participants and professionals from across the entire country.

  • Median Salary

    The median income in the field of Science and Technical Services is 54,900 SEK, implying that half of the workforce in Sweden earns less than this figure, and the other half earns more. It represents the central value of salaries. As a rule of thumb, you would prefer to be part of the group earning above the median wage, situated on the right-hand side of the salary distribution chart.

  • Percentiles and Salary Scale

    Two values that are highly correlated with the median are the 25th and 75th percentiles. By examining the salary distribution diagram, it is possible to determine that 25% of individuals employed in Science and Technical Services in Sweden earn less than 42,300 SEK, while 75% of them earn more. Additionally, the diagram reveals that 75% of individuals earn less than 64,900 SEK, while 25% earn more than that.

  • Pay Scale Structure

    Data was regrouped into brackets to provide a better understanding of what salaries can be expected. This approach was deemed more accurate than relying solely on the average salary, as it offers greater insights into the distribution of salaries in the field of Science and Technical Services in Sweden. The analysis revealed that roughly 65% of all reported salaries fell within the range of 29,000 SEK to 46,800 SEK. Approximately 20% of salaries were below the 29,000 SEK mark, while 10% ranged from 46,800 SEK to 55,000 SEK. Only 5% of individuals earned a gross salary of 55,000 SEK or higher.

Salary Comparison by Years of Experience

How does a person's salary progress over time?

Salary Comparison By Experience Level
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The experience level is the most important factor in determining the salary. Naturally, the more years of experience the higher the wage.

Generally speaking, employees in Science and Technical Services in Sweden having experience from two to five years earn on average 32% more than freshers and juniors across all industries and disciplines.

Professionals with experience of more than five years tend to earn on average 36% more than those with five years or less of work experience.

As you hit the ten years mark, the salary increases by 21% and an additional 14% for those who have crossed the 15 years mark.

Those figures are presented as guidelines only. The numbers become more significant if you consider one job title at a time.


Change in salary based on experience varies drastically from one location to another and depends hugely on the career field as well. The data displayed here is the combined average of many different jobs. To view accurate figures, choose a specific job title.
On average, a person's salary doubles their starting salary by the time they cross the 10 years* experience mark.
* Based on the average change in salary over time. Salary variations differ from person to person.


Salary Comparison By Education

How does the education level affect your salary?

Salary Comparison By Education
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Change in salary based on education varies drastically from one location to another and depends hugely on the career field as well. The data displayed here is the combined average of multiple jobs. To view accurate figures, choose a specific job title.

It is well known that higher education equals a bigger salary, but how much more money can a degree add to your income?

We compared the salaries of professionals at the same level but with different college degree levels across many jobs in Science and Technical Services in Sweden, below are our findings.

Workers with a certificate or diploma earn on average 17% more than their peers who only reached the high school level.

Employees who earned a Bachelor's Degree earn 24% more than those who only managed to attain a certificate or diploma.

Professionals who attained a Master's Degree are awarded salaries that are 29% more than those with a Bachelor's Degree.

Finally, PhD holders earn 23% more than Master's Degree holders on average while doing the same job.


Is a Master's degree or an MBA worth it? Should you pursue higher education?

A Master's degree program or any post-graduate program in Sweden costs anywhere from 226,000 SEK to 679,000 SEK and lasts approximately two years. That is quite an investment.

Employees can't expect any salary increases during the study period, assuming they already have a job. In most cases, a salary review is conducted once education is completed and the degree has been attained.

Many people pursue higher education as a tactic to switch to a higher-paying job. The numbers seem to support this tactic. The average increase in compensation while changing jobs is approximately 10% more than the customary salary increment.

The decision really depends on the situation and experience among many other factors. Putting all variables aside, if a person can afford the costs of higher education then the return on investment is definitely worth it. Degree costs can be recovered roughly in a year or so.



Salary and Compensation Comparison By Gender / Science and Technical Services / Sweden

Salary comparison by gender Sweden Science and Technical Services monthly
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Though gender should not have an effect on pay, in reality, it does. So who gets paid more: men or women? In the field of Science and Technical Services in Sweden, the average difference between the salary of male and female employees is 5%.

Male
60,200 SEK
Female-5%
57,500 SEK
Percentage increase and decrease are relative to the previous value

Salary Comparison By Gender in Sweden for all Careers

Salary comparison by gender monthly Sweden
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Average Annual Salary Increment Percentage / Science and Technical Services / Sweden

How much are annual salary increments in Sweden for individuals working in Science and Technical Services? How often do employees get salary raises?

Professionals working in Science and Technical Services in Sweden are likely to observe a salary increase of approximately 10% every 14 months. The national average annual increment for all professions combined is 8% granted to employees every 16 months.

Annual Salary Increment Rate Sweden Science and Technical Services
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The figures provided here are averages of numbers. Those figures should be taken as general guidelines. Salary increments will vary from person to person and depend on many factors, but your performance and contribution to the success of the organization remain the most important factors in determining how much and how often you will be granted a raise.

Sweden / All Professions

Annual Salary Increment Rate Sweden
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The term Annual Salary Increase usually refers to the increase in 12 calendar month period, but because it is rare that people get their salaries reviewed exactly on the one-year mark, it is more meaningful to know the frequency and the rate at the time of the increase.

How to calculate the salary increment percentage?

The annual salary Increase in a calendar year (12 months) can be easily calculated as follows: Annual Salary Increase = Increase Rate x 12 / Increase Frequency

The average salary increase in one year (12 months) in Sweden is 6%.

Worldwide Salary Raises: All Countries and All Jobs

World Average Annual Salary Increment
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Salary Packages and Schemes

Not all compensation increases are reflected directly in the salary. Some companies offer upgraded packages to their staff instead of cash money. The figures displayed here account only for direct increments to the base salary.

Bonus and Incentive Rates / Science and Technical Services / Sweden

How much and how often are bonuses being awarded?Annual Salary Bonus Rate Sweden Science and Technical Services
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42% of surveyed staff in Science and Technical Services reported that they haven't received any bonuses or incentives in the previous year while 58% said that they received at least one form of monetary bonus.

Those who got bonuses reported rates ranging from 2% to 7% of their annual salary.

Received Bonus
58%
No Bonus
42%

Types of Bonuses Considered

Individual Performance-Based Bonuses

The most standard form of bonus, where the employee is awarded based on their exceptional performance.

Company Performance Bonuses

Occasionally, some companies like to celebrate excess earnings and profits with their staff collectively in the form of bonuses that are granted to everyone. The amount of the bonus will probably be different from person to person depending on their role within the organization.

Goal-Based Bonuses

Granted upon achieving an important goal or milestone.

Holiday / End of Year Bonuses

These types of bonuses are given without a reason and usually resemble an appreciation token.

Bonuses Are Not Commissions!

People tend to confuse bonuses with commissions. A commission is a prefixed rate at which someone gets paid for items sold or deals completed while a bonus is in most cases arbitrary and unplanned.


What makes a position worthy of good bonuses and a high salary?

The main two types of jobs

Revenue GeneratorsSupporting Cast

Employees that are directly involved in generating revenue or profit for the organization. Their field of expertise usually matches the type of business.

Employees that support and facilitate the work of revenue generators. Their expertise is usually different from that of the core business operations.

Example:
A graphics designer working for a graphics designing company.

Example:
A graphic designer in the marketing department of a hospital.


Revenue generators usually get more and higher bonuses, higher salaries, and more frequent salary increments. The reason is quite simple: it is easier to quantify your value to the company in monetary terms when you participate in revenue generation.

Try to work for companies where your skills can generate revenue. We can't all generate revenue and that's perfectly fine.

Bonus Comparison by Seniority Level

Top management personnel and senior employees naturally exhibit higher bonus rates and frequencies than juniors. This is very predictable due to the inherent responsibilities of being higher in the hierarchy. People in top positions can easily get double or triple bonus rates than employees down the pyramid.

Hourly Average Wage / Science and Technical Services / Sweden


340 SEK per hour

The average hourly wage (pay per hour) in Science and Technical Services in Sweden is 340 SEK.This is the rate they get paid for every worked hour.


Hourly Wage = Annual Salary / ( 52 x 5 x 8 )

About The Hourly Pay Rate

The hourly wage is the salary paid in one worked hour. Usually, jobs are classified into two categories: salaried jobs and hourly jobs. Salaried jobs pay a fixed amount regardless of the hours worked. Hourly jobs pay per worked hour. To convert salary into hourly wage the above formula is used (assuming 5 working days in a week and 8 working hours per day which is the standard for most jobs). The hourly wage calculation may differ slightly depending on the worked hours per week and the annual vacation allowance. The figures mentioned above are good approximations and are considered to be the standard. One major difference between salaried employees and hourly paid employees is overtime eligibility. Salaried employees are usually exempt from overtime as opposed to hourly paid staff.

What is the minimum hourly rate of pay?

The minimum pay rate per hour for people working in Science and Technical Services in Sweden is 130 SEK. This is the minimum as per the gathered data in the salary survey not the minimum hourly rate mandated by law.

Salary Comparison By City

CityAverage Salary
Goteborg59,000 SEK
Malmo53,200 SEK
Stockholm64,200 SEK

Government vs Private Sector Salary Comparison

Where can you get paid more, working in a private company or the government? The difference between the public or government sector salaries and the private sector salaries in Sweden is 5% on average across all career fields.

Private Sector
44,200 SEK
Public Sector+5%
46,300 SEK
Percentage increase and decrease are relative to the previous value

Salary Statistics and Calculation Guide

What is considered to be a good and competitive salary in Science and Technical Services in Sweden?

A good and competitive compensation would range anywhere between 54,900 SEK and 64,900 SEK. This is a very rough estimate. Experience and education play a very huge part in the final earnings.

Gross Salary (before tax) and Net Salary (after tax)

All salary and compensation figures displayed here are gross salary figures, that is the salary before tax deductions. Because taxes may differ across sectors and locations, it is difficult to accurately calculate the net salary after tax for every career.

Base / Basic Salary

The base salary for jobs in Science and Technical Services in Sweden ranges from 21,800 SEK to 42,300 SEK. The base salary depends on many factors including experience and education. It is not easy to provide a figure with very little information, so take this range with a grain of salt.


What is the difference between the median and the average salary?

Both are indicators. If your salary is higher than both the average and the median then you are doing very well. If your salary is lower than both, then many people earn more than you and there is plenty of room for improvement. If your wage is between the average and the median, then things can be a bit complicated. We wrote a guide to explain all about the different scenarios. How to compare your salary


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