Malmo, Sweden

Capital City

It's a tough reality check for Americans moving to Malmö - the city's population of 326,860 is growing rapidly, but unemployment is the second-highest in Sweden at 12.3%. Winters are fairly cold and windy, with temperatures hovering around freezing, and bureaucracy is a persistent headache. However, the city has transformed itself from an industrial center to a hub of education, services, and urban redevelopment, and its diverse population of over 700,000 in the greater metropolitan area makes it an attractive option for those seeking a progressive, cosmopolitan environment.