Sweden Facts
Capital of SwedenThe capital of Sweden is Stockholm.
| Capital | Stockholm |
| Population (UN estimate, 2024, rounded) | 10.6 million |
| Total area | 450,295 km² |
| Population density (calculated) | 24 people per km² |
| Currency | Swedish krona (SEK) |
| Region | Europe |
How we got the density
- Density is the one figure on this page that is calculated rather than looked up: population ÷ area.
- 10.6 million people = 10,600,000 people. Divided by 450,295 km²: 23.54 people per km², which rounds to 24.
Check it backwards
24 × 450,295 km² ≈ 10,581,933 people — back to the population, apart from the rounding of the density to a whole number.
Questions people also ask
What is the capital of Sweden?
The capital of Sweden is Stockholm.
How many people live in Sweden?
About 10.6 million, by the UN World Population Prospects 2024 estimate (rounded). Population density works out to 24 people per km².
How big is Sweden?
Sweden covers 450,295 km² in total area.
What currency does Sweden use?
The Swedish krona (SEK).