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Avesta, Sweden

Dalarna · Sweden

Avesta is a small city in Dalarna, Sweden with a population of 11,949. Elevation: 292 ft (89 m). Average temperature: 41°F (5°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
11,949 Population 2,064/sq mi density
292 ft Elevation 89 meters
41°F Avg Temperature 5°C
25.9 in Annual Rain
Europe / Stockholm Timezone
$78,084 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$78,084 median income

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Full City Profile

People

Population11,949
Density2,064/mi²

Economy

B+
Median Income$78,084

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)
Rain25.9 in/yr
Sunny Days289/yr
Elevation292 ft (89 m)
Population11,949
Population Density2,064 / sq mi
Elevation292 ft (89 m)
Coordinates60.1427°, 16.1630°
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm
Country🇸🇪 Sweden
State / ProvinceDalarna
Average Temperature41°F (5°C)
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation25.9 inches (659 mm)
Annual Snowfall9.3 inches (24 cm)
Median Household Income$78,084

About Avesta

Avesta is a small city in Sweden (Dalarna) with a population of 11,949. The city sits at an elevation of 292 feet (89 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 41°F (5°C). Temperatures range from 24°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 25.9 inches. The timezone is Europe/Stockholm.

The median household income in Avesta is $78,084, which is 4% above the national average of $75,149. The area has 1,314 business establishments.

Income: Avesta vs Sweden

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Income

Median HH Income$78,084
4% above Sweden avg

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)1,314

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Climate in Avesta

Avesta has an average annual temperature of 6.2°C (43°F). The hottest month is Jun (16.9°C), the coldest is Jan (-4.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 790 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan -4.3°C / 24°F -17.5° / 3.1° 55.3
Feb -2.5°C / 28°F -14.1° / 6.2° 47.3
Mar 0.5°C / 33°F -8.7° / 11.9° 50.4
Apr 4.3°C / 40°F -5.4° / 17.4° 40.1
May 10.2°C / 50°F -2.5° / 22.1° 66.9
Jun 16.9°C / 62°F 6.3° / 28.2° 59.7
Jul 16.8°C / 62°F 8.2° / 28° 95.4
Aug 16.3°C / 61°F 8.4° / 26.7° 98.0
Sep 11.9°C / 53°F 2.8° / 23.4° 65.1
Oct 6.4°C / 44°F -1.8° / 14.6° 82.1
Nov 1.3°C / 34°F -8.1° / 9.9° 63.3
Dec -3.5°C / 26°F -13.8° / 4.4° 66.4
Avesta has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 61°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 25.9 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 9.3 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 292 feet.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-5°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average40.9°F
24% below Sweden avg
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days289 days/yr

Geography

Elevation292 ft (89 m)
Area5.8 sq mi (15.0 km²)
Population Density2,064/sq mi
Coordinates60.1427°N, 16.1630°W
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 25.9"
32% below Sweden avg
Snowfall 9.3"
Wettest Month (Jul) 2.87"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.18"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

6 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.9. Most recent: M2.5 on Apr 5, 1995.

Dec 12, 1990 11 km NW of Irsta, Sweden M3.9 54 km
Apr 11, 1993 2 km NNE of Ludvika, Sweden M3.7 53 km
Apr 5, 1995 9 km N of Åkersberga, Sweden M2.7 136 km
Mar 30, 1995 11 km SSW of Norrtälje, Sweden M2.7 149 km
Apr 3, 1995 14 km NE of Åkersberga, Sweden M2.6 142 km
Apr 5, 1995 6 km NNE of Åkersberga, Sweden M2.5 139 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 24°F (-5°C) 1.9 in Coldest
February 24°F (-5°C) 1.2 in Driest
March 30°F (-1°C) 1.6 in
April 38°F (3°C) 1.7 in
May 50°F (10°C) 1.8 in
June 58°F (14°C) 2.6 in
July 61°F (16°C) 2.9 in Warmest, Wettest
August 58°F (15°C) 2.9 in
September 50°F (10°C) 2.7 in
October 41°F (5°C) 2.2 in
November 32°F (0°C) 2.5 in
December 26°F (-3°C) 2.1 in

Avesta has a seasonal temperature swing of 37°F / from 24°F in January to 61°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 25.9 inches, with July being the wettest month (2.9") and February the driest (1.2").

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Schools in Avesta

5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Markusskolan - - - -
Domarhagsskolan - - - -
Klockarskolan - - - -
Skogsbo skola - - - -
Slottet - - - -
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Radio Stations near Avesta

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
P4 Västmanland - MP3 152 kbps
Redback Radio eclectic, experimental MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Avesta

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Elvisboden
Engelsbergs Ironworks
Engelsbergs oljefabrik
Garpenbergs Gruvkapell
Hedemora MC-museum
Jularbomuseet
Karlfeldtsgården
Karlfeldtsgården
Karlfeldtsgården
Klosters museum
Myntmuseet
Norbergs gruvmuseum

Libraries in Avesta

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Avesta bibliotek0.0
Norbergs bibliotek0.0

Hotels in Avesta

3 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Avesta Stadshotell
Bjurfors Hotell & Konferens
Lilla Älvbrogården i stan

Restaurants in Avesta

3 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

One Na thai take away
Pizza huset
Pizzeria Roma

Cafes in Avesta

1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Rembostugan

Cinemas in Avesta

1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Biograf Myntet

Zoos in Avesta

1 zoos within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Avesta Wisent Park

Train Stations in Avesta

1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Avesta centrum

Bus Stations in Avesta

1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Avesta busstation

Gas Stations in Avesta

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Ingo
Preem - Avesta, Kungsgatan

Shopping Malls in Avesta

1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Avesta galleria

Ski Resorts Near Avesta

3 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Skidbacke Karlbergsskogen 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Fridabacken 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Kungsberget 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Avesta

12 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Stockholm Västerås AirportVSTLarge Airport
Dala AirportBLEMedium Airport
Avesta Airfield-Small Airport
Hedemora Flygfält-Small Airport
Hellby Säteri Private Airstrip-Small Airport
Johannisberg Airfield-Small Airport
Köping/Gålby Airfield-Small Airport
Lemstanas Airfield-Small Airport
Norberg-Small Airport
Nyby Private Airstrip-Small Airport
Örnlanda Airstrip-Small Airport
Sala flygfält-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Avesta

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Avesta kyrka
Centrumkyrkan Avesta
Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses

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 Avesta

What is the population of Avesta?

Avesta has a population of 11,949 residents and is located in Sweden. The population density is 2,064 people per square mile, spread across 5.8 square miles.

Is Avesta expensive to live in?

The median household income is $78,084, 4% above the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in Avesta?

Avesta has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 24°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 289 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 25.9 inches, with 9.3 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Avesta?

There are 1,314 business establishments in the area.

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