๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช Population Growth Rate of Sweden

The current population growth rate of Sweden is 0.489%. A -12.83% decrease from 2023, when the population growth rate was 0.561%. In the future, Sweden's population growth rate is projected to decrease to -0.051%, by the year 2100. A total decrease of the population growth rate of Sweden by -110.43% from today's standard.

Historic Population Growth Rate of Sweden (1950-2024)

Sweden has seen a decrease in population growth rate since the 1950's.

Year Population Growth Rate Overall Population +/-
1950 0.867% 60,829
1951 0.732% 51,801
1952 0.727% 51,781
1953 0.582% 41,727
1954 0.587% 42,337
1955 0.763% 55,407
1956 0.697% 50,969
1957 0.703% 51,758
1958 0.582% 43,178
1959 0.473% 35,242
1960 0.359% 26,833
1961 0.585% 43,971
1962 0.517% 39,061
1963 0.609% 46,307
1964 0.883% 67,678
1965 0.982% 75,955
1966 0.887% 69,215
1967 0.666% 52,409
1968 0.493% 39,038
1969 0.913% 72,729
1970 0.955% 76,809
1971 0.418% 33,834
1972 0.182% 14,812
1973 0.18% 14,677
1974 0.395% 32,262
1975 0.387% 31,742
1976 0.338% 27,765
1977 0.374% 30,837
1978 0.21% 17,348
1979 0.224% 18,572
1980 0.179% 14,869
1981 0.061% 5,110
1982 0.052% 4,340
1983 0.037% 3,123
1984 0.144% 12,021
1985 0.186% 15,493
1986 0.279% 23,387
1987 0.388% 32,542
1988 0.532% 44,856
1989 0.802% 68,082
1990 0.741% 63,421
1991 0.619% 53,362
1992 0.552% 47,867
1993 0.609% 53,058
1994 0.811% 71,250
1995 0.238% 20,974
1996 0.08% 7,077
1997 0.037% 3,316
1998 0.077% 6,853
1999 0.082% 7,303
2000 0.243% 21,526
2001 0.296% 26,315
2002 0.356% 31,735
2003 0.391% 35,034
2004 0.397% 35,721
2005 0.401% 36,203
2006 0.721% 65,501
2007 0.763% 69,801
2008 0.797% 73,450
2009 0.906% 84,230
2010 0.797% 74,754
2011 0.712% 67,300
2012 0.768% 73,155
2013 0.928% 89,112
2014 1.057% 102,515
2015 1.057% 103,581
2016 1.451% 144,016
2017 1.244% 125,147
2018 1.08% 109,939
2019 0.949% 97,502
2020 0.499% 51,621
2021 0.703% 73,269
2022 0.659% 69,144
2023 0.561% 59,168
2024 0.489% 51,842

Future Population Growth Rate of Sweden (2024-2100)

Sweden's population growth rate is projected to decrease in the future. According to the United Nation, it will drop from today's growth rate of 0.561% all the way down to -0.051% by the year 2100. The yearly downward trend is clearly visible from the charts and data below.

Year Population Growth Rate Overall Population +/-
2024 0.489% 51,842
2025 0.445% 47,426
2026 0.387% 41,401
2027 0.363% 39,007
2028 0.326% 35,120
2029 0.293% 31,648
2030 0.264% 28,577
2031 0.234% 25,389
2032 0.233% 25,336
2033 0.222% 24,211
2034 0.207% 22,688
2035 0.205% 22,509
2036 0.209% 22,910
2037 0.197% 21,643
2038 0.203% 22,403
2039 0.21% 23,201
2040 0.22% 24,426
2041 0.213% 23,633
2042 0.233% 25,939
2043 0.229% 25,498
2044 0.224% 25,060
2045 0.213% 23,854
2046 0.204% 22,931
2047 0.195% 21,984
2048 0.185% 20,868
2049 0.173% 19,533
2050 0.168% 19,031
2051 0.14% 15,910
2052 0.122% 13,816
2053 0.094% 10,677
2054 0.066% 7,549
2055 0.061% 6,967
2056 0.046% 5,271
2057 0.048% 5,424
2058 0.033% 3,794
2059 0.021% 2,347
2060 0.01% 1,189
2061 0.02% 2,262
2062 -0.005% -620
2063 0.001% 154
2064 0.009% 969
2065 0.006% 725
2066 0.0% -4
2067 0.007% 835
2068 0.012% 1,396
2069 0.034% 3,860
2070 0.033% 3,722
2071 0.043% 4,927
2072 0.032% 3,702
2073 0.026% 2,932
2074 0.029% 3,299
2075 0.036% 4,139
2076 0.034% 3,840
2077 0.018% 2,086
2078 0.019% 2,128
2079 0.004% 472
2080 -0.019% -2,194
2081 -0.014% -1,643
2082 -0.046% -5,214
2083 -0.031% -3,542
2084 -0.042% -4,776
2085 -0.044% -5,061
2086 -0.064% -7,357
2087 -0.033% -3,805
2088 -0.023% -2,668
2089 -0.026% -2,936
2090 -0.017% -1,928
2091 -0.013% -1,452
2092 -0.018% -2,048
2093 -0.017% -1,887
2094 -0.023% -2,647
2095 -0.026% -2,956
2096 -0.015% -1,685
2097 -0.01% -1,165
2098 -0.038% -4,287
2099 -0.034% -3,861
2100 -0.051% -5,815

Why is the chart for future population growth rate mostly flat?

Predicting and projecting future population growth rate is extremely hard. Especially, the further you move into the future. Thus, the scientist and data collectors of the United Nations tend to add a flat number when reasonable projections can't be made.

Understanding Population Growth Rate: How Births, Deaths, and Migration Impact Population Size of Sweden

Population growth rate is defined as the annual average rate of change of population size, for a given country, territory, or geographic area, during a specified period. It is considered an international standard for measuring population change. The United Nations uses population growth rate as one of the key indicators for measuring population trends, and for forecasting future population size. Part of that data is used on this page to visualize and explore historic and future population growth rate over time.

What is Population Growth Rate?

Population growth rate is a measure of how quickly a population is increasing or decreasing in size over time. It is expressed as a percentage of change over a time period. Most commonly, its typically messured on a yearly basis, allowing you to evaluate percentage on year over year basis. However, population growth rate can be applied and calculated on any timeframe.

  • Population growth rate is used to indicate population increase or decrease in size over time.
  • It is measured as a percentage of change, from previous to current population size.
  • It is often expressed as a yearly rate, but can be applied to any timeframe.
  • A positive population growth rate indicates that a population is increasing.
  • A negative population growth rate indicates that a population is decreasing.
  • Birth rate, death rate, and migration affect the population growth rate.
  • A high birth rate and low death rate will result in a high population growth rate.
  • A low birth rate and high death rate will result in a low population growth rate.
  • Net migration also affect the population growth rate of Sweden.
  • Population growth rate is an important metric for demographic, environmental and economic forecasting.

How is Population Growth Rate calculated?

The population growth rate indicates the increase or decrease of a population in percent (%). The formula to calculate population growth rate can be used on any timeframe. In this case it indicates the population growth reate year over year, where a negative population growth rate is presented with red coloring and positive with green. The population growth rate of Sweden is based on the de facto definition of population, which counts all residents regardless of legal status or citizenship.

Population Growth Rate Formula

Population Growth Rate = New Population - Original Population / Original Population * 100

What Causes Population Growth Rate to Increase or Decrease?

Just like any other country or region, Sweden's population growth rate is influenced by a variety of factors that causes it to increase or decrease.

Birth Rate

The number of births per 1,000 individuals in a population over a specific period of time affects population growth. Higher birth rates contribute to population growth, while lower birth rates slow down growth.

Death Rate

The number of deaths per 1,000 individuals in a population over a specific period of time also influences population growth. Higher death rates can reduce population growth, while lower death rates contribute to growth.

Total Fertility Rate

The average number of children born to women of childbearing age is known as the total fertility rate. Higher fertility rates can lead to population growth, while lower fertility rates can result in slower growth or even population decline.

Life Expectancy

The average number of years a person is expected to live affects population growth. Higher life expectancy can result in population growth, as people live longer and contribute to the population for a greater duration.

Immigration and Emigration

Migration patterns, including immigration (inflow of individuals from other countries) and emigration (outflow of individuals to other countries), can significantly impact population growth rates. Higher immigration rates can contribute to population growth, while high emigration rates can slow down growth.

Government Policies

Government policies related to family planning, healthcare, immigration, and social welfare can also influence population growth rates. For example, policies promoting contraception and family planning can lead to lower birth rates and slower growth.

Socioeconomic Factors

Factors such as economic development, education, and urbanization can affect population growth rates. Higher levels of education and economic opportunities often correlate with lower birth rates and slower population growth.

Data Information

Data found on this page is based on the medium fertility variant of the United Nations Revision of World Population Prospects 2024.

Data Published: 2024-07-11

Data Sources

The United Nations - Department of Economic and Social Affairs (Population Division)

UN Revision of World Population Prospects 2024

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