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Åkarp, Sweden

Västra Götaland · Sweden

Åkarp is a small city in Västra Götaland, Sweden with a population of 5,393. Elevation: 528 ft (161 m). Average temperature: 43°F (6°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.4 /5.0
B Good
5,393 Population 9/sq mi density
528 ft Elevation 161 meters
43°F Avg Temperature 6°C
25.8 in Annual Rain
Europe / Stockholm Timezone
$56,808 Median Income
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$56,808 median income

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About Åkarp

Åkarp

Åkarp is a locality located within Burlöv Municipality, Skåne County, Sweden with 5,617 inhabitants in 2010.

People

Population5,393
Density9/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$56,808

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)
Rain25.8 in/yr
Sunny Days289/yr
Elevation528 ft (161 m)
Population5,393
Population Density9 / sq mi
Elevation528 ft (161 m)
Coordinates58.2333°, 13.6500°
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm
Country🇸🇪 Sweden
State / ProvinceVästra Götaland
Average Temperature43°F (6°C)
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation25.8 inches (656 mm)
Annual Snowfall9.4 inches (24 cm)
Median Household Income$56,808

About Åkarp

Åkarp is a small city in Sweden (Västra Götaland) with a population of 5,393. The city sits at an elevation of 528 feet (161 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 43°F (6°C). Temperatures range from 27°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 25.8 inches. The timezone is Europe/Stockholm.

The median household income in Åkarp is $56,808, which is 24% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 593 business establishments.

Income: Åkarp vs Sweden

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Income

Median HH Income$56,808
24% below Sweden avg

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)593

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Åkarp has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. The area gets 289 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 25.8 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 9.4 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 528 feet.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average42.6°F
21% below Sweden avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Sunny Days289 days/yr

Geography

Elevation528 ft (161 m)
Area609.8 sq mi (1,579.4 km²)
Population Density9/sq mi
Coordinates58.2333°N, 13.6500°W
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 25.8"
32% below Sweden avg
Snowfall 9.4"
Wettest Month (Sep) 2.91"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.34"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

7 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.6. Most recent: M2.8 on Jun 23, 2018.

May 24, 1990 10 km W of Västra Hagen, Sweden M3.6 142 km
Jul 29, 2015 4 km NE of Nolvik, Sweden M3.4 114 km
Feb 1, 1995 11 km SSW of Töreboda, Sweden M3.4 49 km
May 10, 1994 24 km SW of Ellös, Sweden M3.2 149 km
Apr 22, 1993 13 km W of Skärhamn, Sweden M2.8 139 km
Jun 23, 2018 2 km SW of Götene, Sweden M2.8 33 km
May 15, 1994 13 km NNW of Ryd, Sweden M2.6 101 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 5.0 m (16 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1969 NORSALV RIVER Meteorological 5.0 m - 130 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 27°F (-3°C) 1.9 in
February 27°F (-3°C) 1.3 in Coldest, Driest
March 32°F (0°C) 1.5 in
April 40°F (4°C) 1.7 in
May 50°F (10°C) 1.8 in
June 57°F (14°C) 2.4 in
July 60°F (16°C) 2.6 in Warmest
August 58°F (15°C) 2.6 in
September 51°F (10°C) 2.9 in Wettest
October 43°F (6°C) 2.4 in
November 35°F (2°C) 2.4 in
December 30°F (-1°C) 2.2 in

Åkarp has a seasonal temperature swing of 33°F / from 27°F in February to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 25.8 inches, with September being the wettest month (2.9") and February the driest (1.3").

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Schools in Åkarp

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Gudhemsskolan - - - -
Åsle skola - - - -
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Radio Stations near Åkarp

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Sveriges Radio P4 Skaraborg local radio, music MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Åkarp

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Ållebergs Segelflygmuseum
Åsle Tå
Bondens år
Dalénium Science Center
Falbygdens museum
Fonus Begravningsmuseum
Fornbyn
Gustav-Dalén-Museum
Kata gård
Klostermuséet
Konstmuseet
Kulturfabriken
Moped MC museum
Naturum
Redvägs Jernvägsmuseum
Ryttaren peat factory
Skara Järnvägsmuseum
Skara järnvägsmuseum
Stenstorps skolmuseum
Trandansen Visitor Centre
Västergötlands museum

Libraries in Åkarp

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Broddetorps bibliotek0.0
Falköpings Stadsbibliotek0.0
Högskolebibliotek0.0
Kinnarps bibliotek0.0
Skara bibliotek0.0
Skara bibliotek (Forskaravdelningen)0.0
Skultorps biblioteksfilial0.0
Stadsblioteket0.0
Stenstorps Bibliotek0.0

Hotels in Åkarp

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Trädhushotell Islanna

Restaurants in Åkarp

2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Berga Golfrestaurang
Löfwings ataljé

Cafes in Åkarp

2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Åsle Tå Café o Butik (Grens-Fines Stuga)
Hembygdskafè

Gas Stations in Åkarp

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Green Petroleum

Golf Courses in Åkarp

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Falköpings Golfklubb

Ski Resorts Near Åkarp

2 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Järabacken 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Strutsabacken 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Åkarp

12 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Jönköping AirportJKGMedium Airport
Råda Air Base-Medium Airport
Skövde AirportKVBMedium Airport
Ålleberg Airfield-Small Airport
Bämmelshed Airfield-Small Airport
Brännebrona Airfield-Small Airport
Falköping Airfield-Small Airport
Herrljunga Airfield-Small Airport
Lidköping-Hovby AirportLDKSmall Airport
Ödestugu Glider Field-Small Airport
Ragglanda Airfield-Small Airport
Timmele Airfield-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Åkarp

8 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Åsle kyrka
Gudhems kyrka
Håkantorps kyrka
Högstena kyrka
Segerstads kyrka
Tiarps kyrka
Torbjörntorps kyrka
Valtorps kyrka

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Stockholm

🇸🇪 About Sweden

Capital Stockholm
Population 10,183,175
Area 449,964 km²
GDP (USD) $578,990,915,246
GDP per capita $54,950
HDI 0.952
Life expectancy 83.3 years
Internet users 95.7%
Urban population 88.6%
Currency SEK (Krona)
Languages Swedish
Calling code +46
TLD .se
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Sweden

16 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Nyårsdagen
Jan 6 Epiphany Trettondedag jul
Apr 3 Good Friday Långfredagen
Apr 5 Easter Sunday Påskdagen
Apr 6 Easter Monday Annandag påsk
May 1 International Workers' Day Första maj
May 14 Ascension Day Kristi himmelsfärdsdag
May 24 Pentecost Pingstdagen
Jun 6 National Day of Sweden Sveriges nationaldag
Jun 19 Midsummer Eve Midsommarafton
Jun 20 Midsummer Day Midsommardagen
Oct 31 All Saints' Day Alla helgons dag
Dec 24 Christmas Eve Julafton
Dec 25 Christmas Day Juldagen
Dec 26 St. Stephen's Day Annandag jul
Dec 31 New Year's Eve Nyårsafton

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Frequently Asked Questions About Åkarp

What is the population of Åkarp?

Åkarp has a population of 5,393 residents and is located in Sweden. The population density is 9 people per square mile, spread across 609.8 square miles.

Is Åkarp expensive to live in?

The median household income is $56,808, 24% below the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in Åkarp?

Åkarp has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 27°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 289 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 25.8 inches, with 9.4 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Åkarp?

There are 593 business establishments in the area.

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