GIS engineer salary

40 400 kr

GIS and mapping engineers

What will be the salary after tax?

32 900 - 48 600 kr / month

Women earn 92% of what men do.

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Salary progression GIS engineer

Average salary 40 400 kr

Males 41 500 kr

Females 38 300 kr

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GIS Engineer: An Insight into the Profession

As a GIS engineer, you work on developing, optimizing, and maintaining geographic information systems (GIS). These systems are used to collect, analyze, and present geographic data. GIS engineers are often involved in projects related to urban planning, environmental monitoring, transportation planning, and real estate development.

What Does a GIS Engineer Earn?

The salary of a GIS engineer is one of the most crucial factors for many when considering a career in this field. The average salary for a GIS engineer is 40 400 SEK per month. This is an increase from 39 300 SEK compared to previous measurements. Men in the profession earn an average of 41 500 SEK, while women have an average salary of 38 300 SEK, meaning that women earn approximately 92% of what men do.

Hourly Wage and Salary Range

For hourly employees, the average wage is 243 SEK per hour, based on 166 working hours per month. The highest salary for a GIS engineer is 48600 SEK, held by a woman with a doctoral degree working as a private contractor. For men, the highest salary is 42900 SEK. The lowest salary for a woman is 32900 SEK, and for a man 34400 SEK. These salary ranges provide a clear picture of how education level and sector can impact salary.

Education and Qualifications

To become a GIS engineer, a higher education degree in geography, cartography, computer science, or a related field is typically required. There are also specialized GIS courses and certifications that can provide additional skills and a competitive edge in the job market.

Future Outlook and Job Market

According to the Labor Market Administration's forecasts, the job prospects for GIS engineers are considered moderate nationally. Over a five-year period, demand is expected to increase compared to today, indicating a positive trend for the profession. The recruitment situation is characterized by balance, meaning that demand and supply of labor are in equilibrium.

Working Conditions and Benefits

GIS engineers can work in both the public and private sectors, and job tasks may vary depending on the employer and project. Many employers offer benefits such as paid training and the opportunity to work from home, which can be particularly attractive to those seeking flexibility in their work life.

Challenges and Requirements

The profession of GIS engineer may pose certain challenges, including the need to stay updated with the latest technology and methods within GIS. It also requires strong analytical skills, problem-solving abilities, and a solid understanding of geography and technology.

Summary

GIS engineers play a crucial role in many sectors of society by managing and analyzing geographic data. The profession offers a competitive salary and opportunities for career advancement, especially for those with the right education and skills. With an expected increase in demand for GIS engineers, the future looks bright for those choosing this career path.

Who has the highest salary?

The highest salary for a GIS engineer is 48600 kr. This salary belongs to a woman working in the Privately employed workers with a postgraduate education. The highest salary for a man in this profession is 42900 kr.

Who has the lowest salary?

The lowest salary for a GIS engineer is 32900 kr. This salary belongs to a woman also working in the Public sector. The lowest salary for a man in this profession is 34400 kr.

Salary distributed by age and sector

Age	Women's salary as a percentage of men's	Base salary	Monthly salary
25-34	98%	36700 kr	36900 kr
35-44	100%	39000 kr	39200 kr
45-54	98%	39600 kr	39700 kr
55-64	87%	42900 kr	42900 kr
Snitt	92%	40300 kr	40400 kr

Age	Women's salary as a percentage of men's	Base salary	Monthly salary
18-24	101%	30500 kr	30500 kr
25-34	99%	36000 kr	36300 kr
35-44	101%	38600 kr	38700 kr
45-54	97%	39600 kr	39700 kr
55-64	99%	38500 kr	38600 kr
65-68	93%	38600 kr	38600 kr
Snitt	99%	38100 kr	38300 kr

Age	Women's salary as a percentage of men's	Base salary	Monthly salary
18-24	67%	24900 kr	24900 kr
25-34	96%	33400 kr	34300 kr
35-44	99%	34300 kr	34700 kr
45-54	94%	35000 kr	35400 kr
55-64	98%	35500 kr	35800 kr
65-68	90%	37000 kr	37000 kr
Snitt	96%	34500 kr	34900 kr

Age	Women's salary as a percentage of men's	Base salary	Monthly salary
18-24	110%	33700 kr	33700 kr
25-34	98%	36800 kr	36900 kr
35-44	102%	39800 kr	39800 kr
45-54	97%	40800 kr	40900 kr
55-64	99%	39600 kr	39600 kr
65-68	92%	39200 kr	39200 kr
Snitt	99%	39300 kr	39300 kr

Age	Women's salary as a percentage of men's	Base salary	Monthly salary
Snitt		43600 kr	43600 kr

Age	Women's salary as a percentage of men's	Base salary	Monthly salary
Snitt		43600 kr	43600 kr

Age	Women's salary as a percentage of men's	Base salary	Monthly salary
25-34	98%	36900 kr	37200 kr
35-44	100%	39000 kr	39300 kr
45-54	98%	40000 kr	40100 kr
55-64	87%	43900 kr	43900 kr
Snitt	92%	41400 kr	41500 kr

Age	Women's salary as a percentage of men's	Base salary	Monthly salary
18-24	101%	30300 kr	30300 kr
25-34	99%	36100 kr	36500 kr
35-44	101%	38400 kr	38600 kr
45-54	97%	40100 kr	40300 kr
55-64	99%	38700 kr	38800 kr
65-68	93%	39800 kr	39800 kr
Snitt	99%	38300 kr	38500 kr

Age	Women's salary as a percentage of men's	Base salary	Monthly salary
18-24	67%	29000 kr	29000 kr
25-34	96%	33500 kr	34700 kr
35-44	99%	34500 kr	35000 kr
45-54	94%	36000 kr	36400 kr
55-64	98%	35500 kr	36100 kr
65-68	90%	37900 kr	37900 kr
Snitt	96%	34800 kr	35500 kr

Age	Women's salary as a percentage of men's	Base salary	Monthly salary
18-24	110%	31600 kr	31600 kr
25-34	98%	37200 kr	37200 kr
35-44	102%	39400 kr	39500 kr
45-54	97%	41300 kr	41400 kr
55-64	99%	39900 kr	39900 kr
65-68	92%	40700 kr	40700 kr
Snitt	99%	39500 kr	39500 kr

Age	Women's salary as a percentage of men's	Base salary	Monthly salary
25-34	98%	36300 kr	36600 kr
35-44	100%	39000 kr	39100 kr
45-54	98%	39200 kr	39200 kr
55-64	87%	38300 kr	38400 kr
Snitt	92%	38200 kr	38300 kr

Age	Women's salary as a percentage of men's	Base salary	Monthly salary
18-24	101%	30600 kr	30600 kr
25-34	99%	35800 kr	36000 kr
35-44	101%	38800 kr	39000 kr
45-54	97%	38900 kr	39000 kr
55-64	99%	38300 kr	38300 kr
65-68	93%	37100 kr	37100 kr
Snitt	99%	37900 kr	38000 kr

Age	Women's salary as a percentage of men's	Base salary	Monthly salary
18-24	67%	19500 kr	19500 kr
25-34	96%	32900 kr	33300 kr
35-44	99%	34000 kr	34400 kr
45-54	94%	33700 kr	34100 kr
55-64	98%	35500 kr	35500 kr
65-68	90%	34100 kr	34100 kr
Snitt	96%	33900 kr	34200 kr

Age	Women's salary as a percentage of men's	Base salary	Monthly salary
18-24	110%	34800 kr	34800 kr
25-34	98%	36300 kr	36500 kr
35-44	102%	40400 kr	40400 kr
45-54	97%	40200 kr	40200 kr
55-64	99%	39400 kr	39400 kr
65-68	92%	37600 kr	37600 kr
Snitt	99%	39000 kr	39100 kr

* Empty columns indicate that the statistical data was insufficient to allow for a statistically significant conclusion.

Salary per sector

Salary based on education

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About the data

All information displayed on this page is based on data from the Swedish Central Bureau of Statistics (SCB), the Swedish Tax Agency and the Swedish employment agency. Learn more about our data and data sources here.

All figures are gross salaries, meaning salaries before tax. The average salary, or mean salary, is calculated by adding up the total salary for all individuals within the profession and dividing it by the number of individuals. For specific job categories, we have also considered various criteria such as experience and education.

Profession GIS engineer has the SSYK code 3117, which we use to match against the SCB database to obtain the latest salary statistics.

How much does a GIS engineer make