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How many Swedes live in the world?

Published in Global Demographics 1 min read

Approximately 13 million Swedes live in the world.

Understanding the Global Swedish Population

The global population of Swedes, encompassing both those residing in Sweden and individuals of Swedish descent living abroad, is estimated to be around 13 million. This figure reflects a broader definition of "Swedes" which includes ethnic Swedes as well as citizens.

The distribution of this population can be broadly categorized into those living within Sweden and those residing in other parts of the world.

Key Population Centers

Region Approximate Population
Sweden c. 8 million
Swedish Citizens Abroad c. 546,000
Total Global Population c. 13 million

It is important to note that the total global population figure for Swedes includes a significant number of individuals of Swedish heritage living outside Sweden who may not be Swedish citizens, in addition to the citizens residing abroad. The primary concentration of the Swedish population remains within Sweden itself, while hundreds of thousands of Swedish citizens also reside in various countries around the globe.

For more detailed information, you can refer to the Wikipedia article on Swedes.