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Ålem, Sweden

Kalmar · Sweden

Ålem is a small town in Kalmar, Sweden with a population of 797. Elevation: 59 ft (18 m). Average temperature: 44°F (7°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.3 /5.0
B Good
797 Population 1,811/sq mi density
59 ft Elevation 18 meters
44°F Avg Temperature 7°C
21.4 in Annual Rain
Europe / Stockholm Timezone
$55,080 Median Income
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$55,080 median income

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People

Population797
Density1,811/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$55,080

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (7°C)
Rain21.4 in/yr
Sunny Days297/yr
Elevation59 ft (18 m)
Population797
Population Density1,811 / sq mi
Elevation59 ft (18 m)
Coordinates56.9500°, 16.3833°
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm
Country🇸🇪 Sweden
State / ProvinceKalmar
Average Temperature44°F (7°C)
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation21.4 inches (544 mm)
Annual Snowfall6.1 inches (16 cm)
Median Household Income$55,080

About Ålem

Ålem is a small town in Sweden (Kalmar) with a population of 797. The city sits at an elevation of 59 feet (18 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 44°F (7°C). Temperatures range from 30°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 21.4 inches. The timezone is Europe/Stockholm.

The median household income in Ålem is $55,080, which is 27% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 88 business establishments.

Income: Ålem vs Sweden

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Income

Median HH Income$55,080
27% below Sweden avg

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)88

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Ålem has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. The area gets 297 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 21.4 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 6.1 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 59 feet.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average44.2°F
18% below Sweden avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days297 days/yr

Geography

Elevation59 ft (18 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density1,811/sq mi
Coordinates56.9500°N, 16.3833°W
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 21.4"
44% below Sweden avg
Snowfall 6.1"
Wettest Month (Jul) 2.32"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.34"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.7. Most recent: M3.7 on Sep 29, 2004.

Sep 29, 2004 27 km SE of Västervik, Sweden M3.7 84 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 30°F (-1°C) 1.5 in
February 29°F (-2°C) 1.3 in Coldest, Driest
March 34°F (1°C) 1.4 in
April 41°F (5°C) 1.4 in
May 50°F (10°C) 1.5 in
June 58°F (14°C) 1.9 in
July 62°F (17°C) 2.3 in Warmest, Wettest
August 60°F (16°C) 2.1 in
September 53°F (11°C) 2.2 in
October 45°F (7°C) 1.8 in
November 37°F (3°C) 2.1 in
December 32°F (0°C) 1.9 in

Ålem has a seasonal temperature swing of 33°F / from 29°F in February to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 21.4 inches, with July being the wettest month (2.3") and February the driest (1.3").

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Schools in Ålem

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Alsteråskolan - - - -
Skytteanska Skolan - - - -
Helgesbo kursgård - - - -
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Museums in Ålem

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Ångkransbrottet
Tjorven Café

Libraries in Ålem

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Lindsdalsbiblioteket0.0
Mönsterås bibliotek0.0

Restaurants in Ålem

2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Ålems Pizzeria
Alsterå Pizzeria

Cafes in Ålem

2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Cafe Förlig Wind
Tuvas Trädgårdscafé

Gas Stations in Ålem

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Preem - Ålem, Alsteråvägen

Banks in Ålem

1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Ålems Sparbank

Airports Near Ålem

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Kalmar AirportKLRMedium Airport
Borglanda Airfield-Small Airport
Hultsfred AirportHLFSmall Airport
Ölanda Airfield-Small Airport
Oskarshamn AirportOSKSmall Airport
Sandvik Airfield-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Ålem

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Ålems 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 Ålem

What is the population of Ålem?

Ålem has a population of 797 residents and is located in Sweden. The population density is 1,811 people per square mile, spread across 0.4 square miles.

Is Ålem expensive to live in?

The median household income is $55,080, 27% below the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in Ålem?

Ålem has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 30°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 297 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 21.4 inches, with 6.1 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Ålem?

There are 88 business establishments in the area.

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