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Borgholm, Sweden

Kalmar · Sweden

Borgholm is a small town in Kalmar, Sweden with a population of 4,344. Elevation: 20 ft (6 m). Average temperature: 45°F (7°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.3 /5.0
B Good
4,344 Population 1,168/sq mi density
20 ft Elevation 6 meters
45°F Avg Temperature 7°C
21.1 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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About Borgholm

Borgholm

Borgholm is a city and the seat of Borgholm Municipality, Kalmar County, Sweden with 4,401 inhabitants in 2020. It is located on the island of Öland in the Baltic Sea, at the Kalmar Strait-side of Öland, north of Färjestaden.

People

Population4,344
Density1,168/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$55,080

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
Rain21.1 in/yr
Sunny Days298/yr
Elevation20 ft (6 m)
Population4,344
Population Density1,168 / sq mi
Elevation20 ft (6 m)
Coordinates56.8793°, 16.6563°
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm
Country🇸🇪 Sweden
State / ProvinceKalmar
Average Temperature45°F (7°C)
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation21.1 inches (537 mm)
Annual Snowfall6.3 inches (16 cm)
Median Household Income$55,080

About Borgholm

Borgholm is a small town in Sweden (Kalmar) with a population of 4,344. The city sits at an elevation of 20 feet (6 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 45°F (7°C). Temperatures range from 30°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 21.1 inches. The timezone is Europe/Stockholm.

The median household income in Borgholm is $55,080, which is 27% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 478 business establishments.

Income: Borgholm vs Sweden

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Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)478

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Borgholm has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. The area gets 298 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 21.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 6.3 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 20 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average44.7°F
17% below Sweden avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days298 days/yr

Geography

Elevation20 ft (6 m)
Area357.1 sq mi (925.0 km²)
Population Density1,168/sq mi
Coordinates56.8793°N, 16.6563°W
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 21.1"
44% below Sweden avg
Snowfall 6.3"
Wettest Month (Sep) 2.24"
Driest Month (Mar) 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 85 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 30°F (-1°C) 1.5 in
February 30°F (-1°C) 1.4 in Coldest
March 34°F (1°C) 1.3 in Driest
April 40°F (5°C) 1.3 in
May 50°F (10°C) 1.5 in
June 58°F (14°C) 1.9 in
July 62°F (17°C) 2.0 in Warmest
August 61°F (16°C) 1.9 in
September 54°F (12°C) 2.2 in Wettest
October 46°F (8°C) 1.8 in
November 39°F (4°C) 2.2 in
December 34°F (1°C) 2.1 in

Borgholm has a seasonal temperature swing of 32°F / from 30°F in February to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 21.2 inches, with September being the wettest month (2.2") and March the driest (1.3").

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Schools in Borgholm

6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Gärdslösa skola - - - -
Gärdslösa skola - - - -
Viktoriaskolan - - - -
Slottsskolan - - - -
Ölands Gymnasium - - - -
Köpings skola - - - -
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Museums in Borgholm

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Borgholms Slott
Borgholms Stadsmuseum
Ölands Museum Himmelsberga

Libraries in Borgholm

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Borgholms Bibliotek0.0
Färjestadens Bibliotek0.0
Färjestadens Bibliotek0.0
Mönsterås bibliotek0.0

Hotels in Borgholm

7 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Drei Jahreszeiten
Ekerum Resort
Guntorps Herrgård
Hotell Borgholm
Strand Borgholm
Villa Ingrid
Villa Verdi

Restaurants in Borgholm

31 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Birk Mat & Sällskap
Bönan på Hörnet
Borgholms Kök & Bar
Brasserie Tack o Bock
Brödernas Restaurang
Ebbas by the Sea
Evas Kroppkakor
Flottan Lounge Bar
Harrys
Himla-Gott
Kackelstugan/Kackelbryggeriet
Klinta bykrog
Lilla Hamnkontoret
Lundgrens Garage
Matbaren
Meza
Norrings
Nya Ebbas
Pappa Blå
Pizza Planeten
PizzaButiken
Rosmarino
SB Stek&Grill
Solberga Gård
Sörens Restaurang
Sörens Sushibar
Stora hamnkontoret
Storgatan 27
Tack o Bock
Trädgårdsgatan 26
Veranda

Cafes in Borgholm

8 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Borgholm Slottscafé
Café & Karamellkokeri Bredsättra
Crêperie & logi
Kaffetorpet
Kaffetuppen
Restaurang Slottshöjden
Våran Bakgård
Xentas Kaffebar

Cinemas in Borgholm

1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Borgholms Bio

Castles in Borgholm

2 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Borgholm slott
Sollidens slott

Zoos in Borgholm

1 zoos within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Ormöga Kamelranch

Clinics in Borgholm

1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Borgholms Hälsocentral

Dentists in Borgholm

3 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Folktandvården
Ölandstandläkarna
Tandvårdsgruppen i Borgholm

Veterinaries in Borgholm

1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

AniCura

Bus Stations in Borgholm

1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Resecentrum

Gas Stations in Borgholm

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

OKQ8
Tanka Borgholm

Banks in Borgholm

2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Handelsbanken
Ölands Bank

Shopping Malls in Borgholm

1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Borgholmsgallerian

Gyms in Borgholm

1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Nordic Wellness

Airports Near Borgholm

5 airports within the area.

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

Churches & Religious Organizations in Borgholm

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Borgholms kyrka
Bredsättra kyrka
Jehovas Vittnen, Rikets Sal
Köpings 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 Borgholm

What is the population of Borgholm?

Borgholm has a population of 4,344 residents and is located in Sweden. The population density is 1,168 people per square mile, spread across 357.1 square miles.

Is Borgholm 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 Borgholm?

Borgholm has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 30°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 298 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 21.1 inches, with 6.3 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Borgholm?

There are 478 business establishments in the area.

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