Swedish Housing Allowance (Bostadsbidrag) Calculator
Calculate your estimated monthly housing subsidy from Försäkringskassan based on 2026 rent, age, household income, and children.
1. Applicant Type & Age
2. Housing Cost & Annual Income
Frequently Asked Questions (vanliga frågor)
Who qualifies for bostadsbidrag in Sweden?
Bostadsbidrag is available to two groups: (1) young adults aged 18 to 28 who live independently, and (2) families with children under 18 who pay rent or housing costs in Sweden and have low-to-moderate annual incomes.
What is the maximum income limit for bostadsbidrag?
For single young adults under 29, the full benefit applies to gross annual incomes below SEK 86,000. For families with children, benefit thresholds scale depending on the number of children and whether the parents are single or cohabiting.
Will I have to repay bostadsbidrag if my income changes?
Yes. Försäkringskassan reconciles monthly payouts against your actual Skatteverket tax return. If your actual annual income exceeds what you declared, you will receive a clawback demand (*återkrav*). Always report salary changes immediately.