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Degerfors, Sweden

Örebro · Sweden

Degerfors is a small city in Örebro, Sweden with a population of 7,190. Elevation: 367 ft (112 m). Average temperature: 43°F (6°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.1 /5.0
B Good
7,190 Population 2,532/sq mi density
367 ft Elevation 112 meters
43°F Avg Temperature 6°C
29.3 in Annual Rain
Europe / Stockholm Timezone
$43,308 Median Income
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$43,308 median income

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About Degerfors

Degerfors

Degerfors is a locality and the seat of Degerfors Municipality, Örebro County, Sweden, with 7,160 inhabitants in 2010. Degerfors is the sixth-largest city in Örebro County. It is located at the southern shore of lake Möckeln, 13 km south of neighboring Karlskoga.

People

Population7,190
Density2,532/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$43,308

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)
Rain29.3 in/yr
Sunny Days283/yr
Elevation367 ft (112 m)
Population7,190
Population Density2,532 / sq mi
Elevation367 ft (112 m)
Coordinates59.2380°, 14.4308°
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm
Country🇸🇪 Sweden
State / ProvinceÖrebro
Average Temperature43°F (6°C)
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average62°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation29.3 inches (744 mm)
Annual Snowfall11.1 inches (28 cm)
Median Household Income$43,308

About Degerfors

Degerfors is a small city in Sweden (Örebro) with a population of 7,190. The city sits at an elevation of 367 feet (112 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 29.3 inches. The timezone is Europe/Stockholm.

The median household income in Degerfors is $43,308, which is 42% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 791 business establishments.

Income: Degerfors vs Sweden

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Income

Median HH Income$43,308
42% below Sweden avg

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)791

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Degerfors 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 283 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 29.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 11.1 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 367 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 Days283 days/yr

Geography

Elevation367 ft (112 m)
Area2.8 sq mi (7.4 km²)
Population Density2,532/sq mi
Coordinates59.2380°N, 14.4308°W
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 29.3"
23% below Sweden avg
Snowfall 11.1"
Wettest Month (Jul) 3.07"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.54"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

6 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.9. Most recent: M2.8 on Jun 23, 2018.

Dec 12, 1990 11 km NW of Irsta, Sweden M3.9 147 km
Apr 11, 1993 2 km NNE of Ludvika, Sweden M3.7 112 km
Nov 12, 1993 2 km SE of Åmotfors, Sweden M3.4 128 km
Feb 1, 1995 11 km SSW of Töreboda, Sweden M3.4 72 km
Jun 23, 2018 2 km SW of Götene, Sweden M2.8 97 km
May 15, 1994 13 km NNW of Ryd, Sweden M2.6 61 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 - 56 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 26°F (-3°C) 2.2 in Coldest
February 26°F (-3°C) 1.5 in Driest
March 32°F (-0°C) 1.7 in
April 40°F (5°C) 1.8 in
May 51°F (10°C) 1.7 in
June 58°F (14°C) 2.7 in
July 62°F (16°C) 3.1 in Warmest, Wettest
August 60°F (15°C) 3.1 in
September 52°F (11°C) 3.0 in
October 43°F (6°C) 2.8 in
November 34°F (1°C) 3.0 in
December 28°F (-2°C) 2.6 in

Degerfors has a seasonal temperature swing of 36°F / from 26°F in January to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 29.3 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.1") and February the driest (1.5").

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Schools in Degerfors

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Stora Vallaskolan - - - -
Strömtorpsskolan - - - -
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Museums in Degerfors

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Alfred Nobels laboratorium
Bofors Industrimuseum
Fotbollsmuseet
Gråbo Arbetarmuseum
Granbergsdals hytta
Nobelmuseet - Björkborns Herrgård

Restaurants in Degerfors

3 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Agen Restaurang & Pizzeria
Empoli Pizzeria
Torgkällaren

Cafes in Degerfors

1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Märtas Konditori

Zoos in Degerfors

1 zoos within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Minizoo

Train Stations in Degerfors

3 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Degerfors
Dressinstation Degerfors Trelänsbanan
Högberg

Gas Stations in Degerfors

3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Circle K
Nya Åtorps Bensin HB
OKQ8

Golf Courses in Degerfors

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Degerfors Golf

Stadiums & Teams in Degerfors

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Degerfors

9 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Karlskoga AirportKSKMedium Airport
Örebro AirportORBMedium Airport
Brattforshede Airfield-Small Airport
Degerfors Grenlanda Airfield-Small Airport
Flygebyns hoppövningsfält-Small Airport
Hällefors Airfield-Small Airport
Karlsborg Air Base-Small Airport
Laxå Airfield-Small Airport
Motala flygklubb-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Degerfors

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Degerfors kyrka
Vallakyrkan

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 Degerfors

What is the population of Degerfors?

Degerfors has a population of 7,190 residents and is located in Sweden. The population density is 2,532 people per square mile, spread across 2.8 square miles.

Is Degerfors expensive to live in?

The median household income is $43,308, 42% below the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in Degerfors?

Degerfors 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 283 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 29.3 inches, with 11.1 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Degerfors?

There are 791 business establishments in the area.

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