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Björneborg, Sweden

Värmland · Sweden

Björneborg is a small town in Värmland, Sweden with a population of 1,237. Elevation: 404 ft (123 m). Average temperature: 43°F (6°C).

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1,237 Population 2,209/sq mi density
404 ft Elevation 123 meters
43°F Avg Temperature 6°C
28.3 in Annual Rain
Europe / Stockholm Timezone
$56,808 Median Income
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Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$56,808 median income

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About Björneborg

Björneborg

Björneborg is a locality situated in Kristinehamn Municipality, Värmland County, Sweden with 1,099 inhabitants in 2010.

People

Population1,237
Density2,209/mi²

Economy

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Median Income$56,808

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)
Rain28.3 in/yr
Sunny Days285/yr
Elevation404 ft (123 m)
Population1,237
Population Density2,209 / sq mi
Elevation404 ft (123 m)
Coordinates59.2412°, 14.2494°
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm
Country🇸🇪 Sweden
State / ProvinceVärmland
Average Temperature43°F (6°C)
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average62°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation28.3 inches (719 mm)
Annual Snowfall10.5 inches (27 cm)
Median Household Income$56,808

About Björneborg

Björneborg is a small town in Sweden (Värmland) with a population of 1,237. The city sits at an elevation of 404 feet (123 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 43°F (6°C). Temperatures range from 26°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 28.3 inches. The timezone is Europe/Stockholm.

The median household income in Björneborg is $56,808, which is 24% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 136 business establishments.

Income: Björneborg vs Sweden

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Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)136

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Björneborg has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. The area gets 285 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 28.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 10.5 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 404 feet.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 62°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average42.6°F
21% below Sweden avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average62°F (16°C)
Sunny Days285 days/yr

Geography

Elevation404 ft (123 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density2,209/sq mi
Coordinates59.2412°N, 14.2494°W
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 28.3"
26% below Sweden avg
Snowfall 10.5"
Wettest Month (Aug) 2.99"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.42"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

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

Apr 11, 1993 2 km NNE of Ludvika, Sweden M3.7 116 km
Nov 12, 1993 2 km SE of Åmotfors, Sweden M3.4 119 km
Feb 1, 1995 11 km SSW of Töreboda, Sweden M3.4 70 km
Jun 23, 2018 2 km SW of Götene, Sweden M2.8 92 km
May 15, 1994 13 km NNW of Ryd, Sweden M2.6 68 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 46 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 Coldest
February 26°F (-3°C) 1.4 in Driest
March 32°F (-0°C) 1.7 in
April 40°F (4°C) 1.8 in
May 51°F (10°C) 1.7 in
June 58°F (14°C) 2.6 in
July 62°F (16°C) 3.0 in Warmest
August 60°F (15°C) 3.0 in Wettest
September 52°F (11°C) 3.0 in
October 43°F (6°C) 2.7 in
November 34°F (1°C) 2.9 in
December 29°F (-2°C) 2.5 in

Björneborg has a seasonal temperature swing of 36°F / from 26°F in January to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 28.3 inches, with August being the wettest month (3.0") and February the driest (1.4").

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Museums in Björneborg

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Fotbollsmuseet
Kristinehamns hembygdsgård
Kristinehamns historiska museum
Kristinehamns konstmuseum
Soldattorp
Sunnäs post och skolmuseum

Libraries in Björneborg

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Kristinehamns bibliotek0.0

Gas Stations in Björneborg

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bränslecompaniet Nyvalls

Airports Near Björneborg

8 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Karlskoga AirportKSKMedium Airport
Brännebrona AirfieldSmall Airport
Brattforshede AirfieldSmall Airport
Degerfors Grenlanda AirfieldSmall Airport
Flygebyns hoppövningsfältSmall Airport
Hällefors AirfieldSmall Airport
Karlsborg Air BaseSmall Airport
Laxå AirfieldSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Björneborg

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Björneborgs 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 Björneborg

What is the population of Björneborg?

Björneborg has a population of 1,237 residents and is located in Sweden. The population density is 2,209 people per square mile, spread across 0.6 square miles.

Is Björneborg 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 Björneborg?

Björneborg 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 62°F in July. The area receives 285 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 28.3 inches, with 10.5 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Björneborg?

There are 136 business establishments in the area.

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