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Åmål, Sweden

Västra Götaland · Sweden

Åmål is a small city in Västra Götaland, Sweden with a population of 9,373. Elevation: 171 ft (52 m). Average temperature: 43°F (6°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.4 /5.0
B Good
9,373 Population 3,104/sq mi density
171 ft Elevation 52 meters
43°F Avg Temperature 6°C
28.8 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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Full City Profile

People

Population9,373
Density3,104/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$56,808

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)
Rain28.8 in/yr
Sunny Days284/yr
Elevation171 ft (52 m)
Population9,373
Population Density3,104 / sq mi
Elevation171 ft (52 m)
Coordinates59.0510°, 12.7049°
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm
Country🇸🇪 Sweden
State / ProvinceVästra Götaland
Average Temperature43°F (6°C)
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation28.8 inches (732 mm)
Annual Snowfall11.1 inches (28 cm)
Median Household Income$56,808

About Åmål

Åmål is a small city in Sweden (Västra Götaland) with a population of 9,373. The city sits at an elevation of 171 feet (52 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 43°F (6°C). Temperatures range from 26°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 28.8 inches. The timezone is Europe/Stockholm.

The median household income in Åmål is $56,808, which is 24% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 1,031 business establishments.

Income: Åmål vs Sweden

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Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)1,031

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Åmål has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. The area gets 284 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 28.8 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 11.1 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 171 feet.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average42.7°F
21% below Sweden avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days284 days/yr

Geography

Elevation171 ft (52 m)
Area3.0 sq mi (7.8 km²)
Population Density3,104/sq mi
Coordinates59.0510°N, 12.7049°W
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 28.8"
24% below Sweden avg
Snowfall 11.1"
Wettest Month (Sep) 3.31"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.61"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

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

Feb 19, 1992 5 km SE of Fredrikstad, Norway M3.8 98 km
Nov 19, 1994 0 km WNW of Jessheim, Norway M3.5 149 km
Nov 29, 2000 9 km E of Strömstad, Sweden M3.4 79 km
Jul 29, 2015 4 km NE of Nolvik, Sweden M3.4 147 km
Nov 12, 1993 2 km SE of Åmotfors, Sweden M3.4 80 km
Feb 1, 1995 11 km SSW of Töreboda, Sweden M3.4 89 km
May 10, 1994 24 km SW of Ellös, Sweden M3.2 144 km
Sep 28, 1993 44 km WSW of Grebbestad, Sweden M2.9 136 km
Apr 22, 1993 13 km W of Skärhamn, Sweden M2.8 143 km
Jun 23, 2018 2 km SW of Götene, Sweden M2.8 74 km
Aug 15, 1991 7 km ESE of Stavern, Norway M2.7 146 km
Feb 1, 1991 5 km SSE of Melsomvik, Norway M2.6 135 km
Aug 29, 1991 43 km W of Smögen, Sweden M2.6 147 km
Dec 12, 1994 8 km S of Rotnes, Norway M2.6 147 km
May 15, 1994 13 km NNW of Ryd, Sweden M2.6 137 km
May 23, 1990 50 km WNW of Smögen, Sweden M2.5 142 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tsunami History

2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 6.0 m (20 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1966 EASTERN NORWAY Meteorological 6.0 m - 132 km
1969 NORSALV RIVER Meteorological 5.0 m - 60 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 26°F (-3°C) 2.1 in
February 26°F (-3°C) 1.6 in Coldest, Driest
March 32°F (0°C) 1.8 in
April 40°F (5°C) 1.8 in
May 51°F (10°C) 1.8 in
June 58°F (14°C) 2.6 in
July 61°F (16°C) 2.5 in Warmest
August 59°F (15°C) 2.7 in
September 51°F (11°C) 3.3 in Wettest
October 44°F (6°C) 3.2 in
November 35°F (2°C) 3.1 in
December 28°F (-2°C) 2.5 in

Åmål has a seasonal temperature swing of 35°F / from 26°F in February to 61°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 28.8 inches, with September being the wettest month (3.3") and February the driest (1.6").

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Schools in Åmål

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Södra skolan - - - -
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Museums in Åmål

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Åmåls Järnvägsmuseum
Fengersfors bruk
Hembygdsmuseet
Homografiska muséet
Värmlands Vikingacenter
Von Echstedtska Gården

Libraries in Åmål

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Åmåls bibliotek0.0

Hotels in Åmål

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Åmåls statshotell

Restaurants in Åmål

14 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Åmåls statshotell
Berga Bistro
Blå Krog
Dalhall
Dalslands skafferi
Foodroom
Kanokvan
Lily Sushi
Madison Pizza
Örnäs Restaurangen
Restaurang Presseriet
Restaurang Thai Kök
Spice garden
Trattoria Buongiorno

Cafes in Åmål

4 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Kvarnen
Mellanbrons Café Grekisk restaurang Inos
Strand Cafét
Wienerkonditoriet

Cinemas in Åmål

1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Saga

Clinics in Åmål

4 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Åmål Vårdcentral
Närhälsan Åmål barnmorskemottagning
Närhälsan Åmål rehabmottagning
Närhälsan Åmål ungdomsmottagning

Dentists in Åmål

1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Folktandvården

Veterinaries in Åmål

1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Smådjursveterinären Åmål-Säffle

Train Stations in Åmål

1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Åmål

Bus Stations in Åmål

1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Åmål station

Gas Stations in Åmål

5 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Åmåls petrolium
Circle K Truck
INGO Åmål
OKQ8
St1

Banks in Åmål

3 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Handelsbanken
SEB
Swedbank

Gyms in Åmål

2 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

4shape
JeJe's gym

Airports Near Åmål

7 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Karlstad AirportKSDMedium Airport
Råda Air Base-Medium Airport
Såtenäs Air Base-Medium Airport
Trollhättan-Vänersborg AirportTHNMedium Airport
Arvika Airfield-Small Airport
Lidköping-Hovby AirportLDKSmall Airport
Säffle Airfield-Small Airport

Treatment Centers in Åmål

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Närhälsan Åmål rehabmottagning

Churches & Religious Organizations in Åmål

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Åmåls kyrka
Mo 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 Åmål

What is the population of Åmål?

Åmål has a population of 9,373 residents and is located in Sweden. The population density is 3,104 people per square mile, spread across 3.0 square miles.

Is Åmål 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 Åmål?

Åmål has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 26°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 284 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 28.8 inches, with 11.1 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Åmål?

There are 1,031 business establishments in the area.

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