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Braås, Sweden

Kronoberg · Sweden

Braås is a small town in Kronoberg, Sweden with a population of 1,692. Elevation: 617 ft (188 m). Average temperature: 43°F (6°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.2 /5.0
B Good
1,692 Population 2,564/sq mi density
617 ft Elevation 188 meters
43°F Avg Temperature 6°C
26.6 in Annual Rain
Europe / Stockholm Timezone
$47,628 Median Income
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Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$47,628 median income

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About Braås

Braås

Braås is a locality situated in Växjö Municipality, Kronoberg County, Sweden with 1,547 inhabitants in 2010.

People

Population1,692
Density2,564/mi²

Economy

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Median Income$47,628

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)
Rain26.6 in/yr
Sunny Days288/yr
Elevation617 ft (188 m)
Population1,692
Population Density2,564 / sq mi
Elevation617 ft (188 m)
Coordinates57.0667°, 15.0500°
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm
Country🇸🇪 Sweden
State / ProvinceKronoberg
Average Temperature43°F (6°C)
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation26.6 inches (676 mm)
Annual Snowfall10.1 inches (26 cm)
Median Household Income$47,628

About Braås

Braås is a small town in Sweden (Kronoberg) with a population of 1,692. The city sits at an elevation of 617 feet (188 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 43°F (6°C). Temperatures range from 27°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 26.6 inches. The timezone is Europe/Stockholm.

The median household income in Braås is $47,628, which is 37% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 186 business establishments.

Income: Braås vs Sweden

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Income

Median HH Income$47,628
37% below Sweden avg

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)186

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Braås has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. The area gets 288 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 26.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 10.1 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 617 feet.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average42.5°F
21% below Sweden avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Sunny Days288 days/yr

Geography

Elevation617 ft (188 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.7 km²)
Population Density2,564/sq mi
Coordinates57.0667°N, 15.0500°W
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 26.6"
30% below Sweden avg
Snowfall 10.1"
Wettest Month (Jul) 2.95"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.54"

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 M3.7 133 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 27°F (-3°C) 2.1 in
February 27°F (-3°C) 1.5 in Coldest, Driest
March 32°F (0°C) 1.7 in
April 40°F (4°C) 1.6 in
May 50°F (10°C) 1.9 in
June 57°F (14°C) 2.6 in
July 60°F (16°C) 3.0 in Warmest, Wettest
August 59°F (15°C) 2.4 in
September 51°F (10°C) 2.7 in
October 43°F (6°C) 2.4 in
November 35°F (2°C) 2.4 in
December 30°F (-1°C) 2.4 in

Braås has a seasonal temperature swing of 33°F / from 27°F in February to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 26.6 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.0") and February the driest (1.5").

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Schools in Braås

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Dädesjö skola - - - -
Braås skola - - - -
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Museums in Braås

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Bergdala glastekniska museum
Braås hembygdsgård
Emigrant Institute
Gårdsby hembygdspark
Museum of Småland

Libraries in Braås

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
UB0.0
Växjö stadsbibliotek0.0

Veterinaries in Braås

1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Djursjukhus

Bus Stations in Braås

1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Eke bussterminal

Gas Stations in Braås

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Borjes Tankcenter, Åkarevägen
Pump Braås (Braås Bensin & Service)

Ski Resorts Near Braås

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Hanaslöv Skidanläggning 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Braås

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Växjö Kronoberg AirportVXOMedium Airport
Alvesta Smålanda Airfield-Small Airport
Kronobergshed Airfield-Small Airport
Ränneslätt Airfield-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Braås

5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Dädesjö gamla kyrka
Dädesjö kyrka
Drev-Hornaryds kyrka
Drevs gamla kyrka
Sjösås gamla 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 Braås

What is the population of Braås?

Braås has a population of 1,692 residents and is located in Sweden. The population density is 2,564 people per square mile, spread across 0.7 square miles.

Is Braås expensive to live in?

The median household income is $47,628, 37% below the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in Braås?

Braås has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 27°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 288 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 26.6 inches, with 10.1 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Braås?

There are 186 business establishments in the area.

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