invånare

Invånare is a Swedish term for the people who live in a defined geographic area, such as a country, county, municipality, or city. In ordinary usage it denotes the inhabitants or residents of that area. In statistical contexts, invånare usually refers to persons who have their residence in the area, i.e., those who consider the place their home. Definitions can vary slightly between statistical agencies, but the common element is residence in the area rather than birthplace or citizenship.

Invånare vs befolkning: The term is often distinguished from befolkning or folkmängd, which can refer to the broader concept of all people associated with an area. Invånare emphasizes current dwelling in the area and is used when describing the resident population. Depending on the dataset, it may include or exclude temporary residents or non-permanent dwellers based on the specific criteria adopted.

Applications: Governments and statistical agencies report invånarantal to describe the size of a population for planning and resources. Data on invånare are used to monitor population growth, migration patterns, housing needs, schooling, health care, and infrastructure requirements. The figure is commonly cited in official statistics, municipal planning documents, and public discourse about regional development.

Examples and usage: The invånarantalet i Stockholm refers to the number of people residing in Stockholm. The term appears in demographic reports, census materials, and planning discussions as a basic descriptor of the resident population.