Sweden (officially Kingdom of Sweden) is an independent country located in Northern Europe, Europe. With a population of 10,605,098 people, it ranks #90 in the world by population. The country covers an area of 450,295 km² (#57 globally), with a population density of 24 people per km². The capital city is Stockholm. The official language is Swedish.
Key Facts
Population
10,605,098
#90 world ranking
Area
450,295 km²
#57 world ranking
Population Density
24/km²
Capital
Stockholm
Driving Side
Right
Timezones
1
UTC+01:00
Continent
Europe
Bordering Countries
2
neighboring countries
Languages
- Swedish— see all countries
Currency
- Swedish krona (kr)— see all countries
Bordering Countries (2)
Finland
NorwayCompare
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the capital of Sweden?
The capital of Sweden is Stockholm.
What is the population of Sweden?
Sweden has a population of 10,605,098 people, ranking #90 in the world by population.
How big is Sweden?
Sweden covers an area of 450,295 km², ranking #57 in the world by area. The population density is 24 people per km².
What languages are spoken in Sweden?
The official languages of Sweden are: Swedish.
What is the currency of Sweden?
The currency of Sweden is Swedish krona (kr).
What countries border Sweden?
Sweden shares borders with 2 countries: Finland, Norway.