Sweden Quick Facts…
| Official Name | Kingdom of Sweden |
| Common Name | Sweden – /ˈswi.dən/ |
| Nationality | Swede(s) – noun, Swedish – adjective |
| Independence | Gustav VASA elected king of Sweden, marking the abolishment of the Kalmar Union between Denmark, Norway, and Sweden in 1523 |
| Administrative Divisions | 21 counties |
| Total Population | 10.6 million (#89) with 88.7% urbanized – 2023 estimate |
| Major Urban Areas | Stockholm (capital city) |
| Major Languages | Swedish (official) |
| Electricity Access | 100% of total population |
| Internet Access | 88% of total population |
| Currency | Swedish Kronor (SEK) |
| Real GDP (PPP) | $580.1 billion – 2022 estimate |
| Real GDP per Capita | $55,300 (#24) – 2022 estimate |
| Total Area | 450,295 sq km / 173,860 sq mi (#58) with 8.9% water area |
| Geographic Region | Europe – Northern Europe |
| Bordering Countries | Finland, Norway |
| Bordering Water Bodies | Baltic Sea, Gulf of Bothnia, Kattegat, Skagerrak |
National Anthem: “Du Gamla, Du Fria” (Thou Ancient, Thou Free)