Table 6 Control variables used in the Multiple OLS regressions
Variable | Description | Source |
|---|---|---|
Population density | Municipal population density measured as inhabitants per square kilometer | Statistics Sweden 2009–2011 |
Right-wing representation | Proportion of right-wing members in the municipal parliament | Statistics Sweden 2006 and 2010 |
Income | Average municipal income level | Statistics Sweden 2009–2011 |
Result per capita | Three years average municipal net income or net loss excluding extraordinary incomes or costs divided by the municipal population | Statistics Sweden 2007–2011 |
Spending | Municipalities’ spending (2011–2010 measured per capita,in 2009 measured per elderly resident) on special housing accommodations | Statistics Sweden 2009–2011 |