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Årjäng, Sweden

Värmland · Sweden

Årjäng is a small town in Värmland, Sweden with a population of 3,302. Elevation: 423 ft (129 m). Average temperature: 41°F (5°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.4 /5.0
B Good
3,302 Population 1,834/sq mi density
423 ft Elevation 129 meters
41°F Avg Temperature 5°C
33.0 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 Årjäng

Årjäng

Årjäng Municipality is a municipality in Värmland County in west central Sweden, bordering Norway. Its seat is located in the town of Årjäng.

People

Population3,302
Density1,834/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$56,808

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)
Rain33.0 in/yr
Sunny Days276/yr
Elevation423 ft (129 m)
Population3,302
Population Density1,834 / sq mi
Elevation423 ft (129 m)
Coordinates59.3922°, 12.1334°
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm
Country🇸🇪 Sweden
State / ProvinceVärmland
Average Temperature41°F (5°C)
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation33.0 inches (837 mm)
Annual Snowfall12.6 inches (32 cm)
Median Household Income$56,808

About Årjäng

Årjäng is a small town in Sweden (Värmland) with a population of 3,302. The city sits at an elevation of 423 feet (129 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 41°F (5°C). Temperatures range from 25°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 33.0 inches. The timezone is Europe/Stockholm.

The median household income in Årjäng is $56,808, which is 24% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 363 business establishments.

Income: Årjäng vs Sweden

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Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)363

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Årjäng has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. The area gets 276 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 33.0 inches. The area receives 12.6 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 423 feet.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average41.3°F
24% below Sweden avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Sunny Days276 days/yr

Geography

Elevation423 ft (129 m)
Area1.8 sq mi (4.7 km²)
Population Density1,834/sq mi
Coordinates59.3922°N, 12.1334°W
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 33.0"
13% below Sweden avg
Snowfall 12.6"
Wettest Month (Oct) 3.66"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.85"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

19 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 68 km
Nov 19, 1994 0 km WNW of Jessheim, Norway M3.5 99 km
Feb 1, 1995 11 km SSW of Töreboda, Sweden M3.4 138 km
Nov 12, 1993 2 km SE of Åmotfors, Sweden M3.4 42 km
Apr 7, 2004 11 km N of Sand, Norway M3.4 128 km
Nov 29, 2000 9 km E of Strömstad, Sweden M3.4 68 km
Nov 27, 1993 4 km SW of Sand, Norway M3.1 115 km
May 25, 2008 4 km WSW of Åneby, Norway M2.9 107 km
Sep 28, 1993 44 km WSW of Grebbestad, Sweden M2.9 129 km
Jun 23, 2018 2 km SW of Götene, Sweden M2.8 124 km
Aug 22, 1994 21 km S of Reinsvoll, Norway M2.7 148 km
Nov 19, 1994 7 km NW of Jessheim, Norway M2.7 106 km
Nov 21, 1994 6 km NNW of Jessheim, Norway M2.7 106 km
Aug 15, 1991 7 km ESE of Stavern, Norway M2.7 122 km
Dec 12, 1994 8 km S of Rotnes, Norway M2.6 98 km
Aug 29, 1991 43 km W of Smögen, Sweden M2.6 145 km
Feb 1, 1991 5 km SSE of Melsomvik, Norway M2.6 104 km
Jan 29, 2005 7 km NNE of Hvittingfoss, Norway M2.6 117 km
May 23, 1990 50 km WNW of Smögen, Sweden M2.5 135 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 - 88 km
1969 NORSALV RIVER Meteorological 5.0 m - 77 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 25°F (-4°C) 2.5 in Coldest
February 25°F (-4°C) 1.9 in Driest
March 31°F (-1°C) 2.1 in
April 39°F (4°C) 1.9 in
May 50°F (10°C) 1.9 in
June 57°F (14°C) 3.1 in
July 60°F (16°C) 3.0 in Warmest
August 58°F (14°C) 3.2 in
September 50°F (10°C) 3.5 in
October 42°F (5°C) 3.7 in Wettest
November 33°F (1°C) 3.5 in
December 27°F (-3°C) 2.8 in

Årjäng has a seasonal temperature swing of 36°F / from 25°F in January to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 33.0 inches, with October being the wettest month (3.7") and February the driest (1.9").

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Schools in Årjäng

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Kyrkeruds folkhögskola - - - -
Nordmarkens skola - - - -
Årjängs gymnasieskola - - - -
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Museums in Årjäng

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Holmedals Hembygdsgård
Karl XII Stugan
Mosstakan skolmuseum
Nordiska Travmuseet
Silbodals Hembygdsgård

Hotels in Årjäng

2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Hotell Årjäng
Silleruds station

Restaurants in Årjäng

7 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

City Pizzeria
Krogeriet
Oriental
Pizzeria Venedig
Restaurang Bamboo
Restaurang Rincon
Sandaholm camping

Cafes in Årjäng

3 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Cafe Broms
Café Broms
Sandaholm camping

Clinics in Årjäng

1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Vårdcentralen Årjäng

Bus Stations in Årjäng

3 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Årjäng Busstationen
SE #9937372548
SE #9937372554

Gas Stations in Årjäng

6 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Circle K
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OKQ8
SE #5575678267
SE #5575678268
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Golf Courses in Årjäng

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Årjängs GK

Breweries in Årjäng

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Torrskogs Källarbryggeri

Ski Resorts Near Årjäng

3 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Kjølen Sportcenter 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Valfjället Skicenter 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Bjørkelangen skisenter 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Årjäng

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Arvika Airfield-Small Airport
Charlottenberg Airstrip-Small Airport
Gulli Airstrip-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Årjäng

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Pingstkyrkan
Silbodals gamla kyrkplats
Silbodals 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 Årjäng

What is the population of Årjäng?

Årjäng has a population of 3,302 residents and is located in Sweden. The population density is 1,834 people per square mile, spread across 1.8 square miles.

Is Årjäng 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 Årjäng?

Årjäng has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 25°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 276 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 33.0 inches, with 12.6 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Årjäng?

There are 363 business establishments in the area.

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