Einar H. Dyvik
Research expert covering Nordics and global data for society, economy, and politics
Employment in the Nordic countries - statistics & facts
Known for its good working conditions, high salaries, and work-life balance, the Nordic countries Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway, and Sweden are an attractive place to work for many people. For instance, the concept of the so-called Nordic model has become known outside the region. Core principles of the model are low rates of unemployment, low degrees of economic inequality, high gender equality, and equal opportunities within health care and education. To achieve this, the state plays an active role to redistribute the resources via taxes and other mechanisms.
