Gardener salary

Salary and Working Conditions for Landscape Gardeners

Working as a Landscape Gardener entails an average monthly salary of 30 500 SEK. There are some differences between genders, where men earn an average salary of 30 900 SEK while women earn 29 400 SEK. Therefore, women earn approximately 95% of what men earn. It is important to note that the average salary has increased from 29 100 SEK since last year.

What Does a Landscape Gardener Do?

As a Landscape Gardener, you work on creating and maintaining gardens and green areas. This can involve everything from planting plants and shrubs to laying lawns, pathways, and walls. The work can be physically demanding and often involves outdoor work in varying weather conditions. It also requires a good understanding of plants and garden design.

Education and Requirements

To become a Landscape Gardener, a high school education in gardening or landscape maintenance is usually required. Post-secondary education in landscape gardening or landscape architecture can be advantageous and can positively impact the salary. The highest salary for a Landscape Gardener is 32,000 SEK, which belongs to a woman working in the municipal sector with a post-secondary education of 3 years or more. The highest salary for a man in the same profession is 31,100 SEK.

Job Outlook

According to the Swedish Public Employment Service's forecasts, the opportunities for employment as a Landscape Gardener are expected to be limited nationally. The recruitment situation is characterized by an oversupply of labor, and demand is expected to remain unchanged over a five-year period. This means that competition for jobs can be tough, and it is advantageous to have relevant education and experience to increase your chances.

Salary Range

The salary range within the profession can vary. The lowest salary for a Landscape Gardener is 22,800 SEK, belonging to a woman working in the public sector. The lowest salary for a man in the same profession is 25,200 SEK. Salary can be influenced by factors such as employer sector, education level, and experience.