Uppsala
Sweden
- Inhabitants248,0002024
- Population growth380 000 (prognos 2050)2050
- Daily commuters35,000
- Employment rate78.2%2023
Uppsala is one of Sweden's oldest and most knowledge-intensive cities, located approximately 70 kilometres north of Stockholm. With over 230,000 inhabitants and Sweden's oldest university, founded in 1477, Uppsala is a vital hub for education, research and innovation. The city has excellent transport connections with frequent train services to Stockholm, proximity to Arlanda Airport and good access to regional road networks. Uppsala combines a historic urban environment with a young and dynamic population.
Business climate
Uppsala has a knowledge-driven economy with a strong presence in life science, IT, game development, cleantech and material science. Over 100 life science companies with more than 5,000 employees operate in the area, and the city has a vibrant start-up ecosystem. With Uppsala University and the Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences as engines, the city has a unique connection between research and industry that creates conditions for innovation and growth.
Municipality
Uppsala Municipality offers a comprehensive range of services with high-quality schools, modern healthcare and a rich cultural and leisure life. The municipality consistently ranks highly in national comparisons for education and quality of life. With its young population profile and strong academic tradition, Uppsala has a distinctive dynamism that characterises the city's services and community life.
Development
Uppsala is one of Sweden's fastest-growing municipalities with a forecast of nearly 380,000 inhabitants by 2050. The municipality works strategically with sustainable urban development to meet the strong population growth. Investments in new residential areas, life science clusters and improved infrastructure strengthen Uppsala's position as one of the Nordic region's leading knowledge cities.
