Mellangruppen

Mellangruppen is a term used in Swedish society to describe a socioeconomic group that falls between the upper and lower classes. This group is often characterized by a level of education and professional status that provides a degree of financial stability and social mobility, yet they do not possess the inherited wealth or the extensive cultural capital often associated with the upper class. Members of the mellangruppen typically hold professional occupations, such as teachers, nurses, engineers, or managers, and often have university degrees.

Their lifestyle may include homeownership, access to leisure activities, and the ability to provide educational opportunities for their children, but they may also experience financial pressures such as mortgages, student loans, or the need to maintain a certain standard of living. The concept of the mellangruppen highlights the nuances within societal stratification, suggesting that class divisions are not always a simple dichotomy. It is a group that often bridges the gap between different social strata, embodying aspirations for upward mobility while still being subject to certain economic constraints. The term itself is descriptive rather than prescriptive, focusing on observable characteristics and common experiences within this segment of the population.