Pollution Rankings in Sweden

Compare cities by Pollution metrics and find the best places to live

Sweden

The pollution ranking for Sweden is based on a combination of visitor perceptions and data from institutions like the World Health Organization. The Pollution Index estimates overall pollution levels by considering air and water pollution, garbage disposal, and other factors, with air pollution given the highest weight, while the Pollution Exp Scale uses an exponential function to highlight extremely polluted cities.

Hightest to LowestUpdated: Oct, 2025

Gothenburg

#1 in Pollution•(#322 worldwide)

Gothenburg boasts excellent air quality standards, a testament to the city's commitment to environmental health, though city areas still work to handle particulate matters. The general air quality index remains low, contributing to a perception of positive living conditions across the city.

Stockholm

#2 in Pollution•(#325 worldwide)

Stockholm excels in maintaining excellent air quality, with scores demonstrating clean, healthy environments for its residents. Low pollution levels reflect the city's commitment to sustainability and green policy initiatives. The city's air quality measures strongly, indicating minimal issues with particulate matter and outlining Stockholm's success in managing urban pollution effectively.