Sweden vs US: tax rates and take-home pay (2026)
On SEK 1,000,000 (about $100,432) you take home SEK 663,740 in Sweden and $79,484 in the US (about SEK 791,422) — the US leaves you 19% more.
At every salary we checked, you keep more in the US.
Take-home pay at eight salary levels
| Salary (USD) | Sweden | US | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| $25K | SEK 208,015 | $22,286 | US +7% |
| $40K | SEK 321,372 | $34,458 | US +7% |
| $60K | SEK 462,359 | $50,598 | US +9% |
| $80K | SEK 569,084 | $65,353 | US +14% |
| $100K | SEK 663,740 | $79,484 | US +19% |
| $150K | SEK 900,380 | $114,234 | US +26% |
| $200K | SEK 1,137,020 | $149,564 | US +31% |
| $300K | SEK 1,610,300 | $215,989 | US +34% |
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Frequently asked questions
Is tax higher in Sweden or the US?
At SEK 1,000,000, the US takes less of your pay: you keep 79% there, against 66% in Sweden.
What is the top tax rate in Sweden and US?
The top income tax rate is 52.7% in Sweden and 37% in the US.
How much do I take home on SEK 1,000,000 in each?
On SEK 1,000,000 (about $100,432) you take home SEK 663,740 in Sweden and $79,484 in the US (about SEK 791,422).
2026 rules checked against skatteverket.se. Single person, employee, no other income. Not tax advice. Change the details