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Filipstad, Sweden
Värmland · Sweden
Filipstad is a small city in Värmland, Sweden with a population of 6,119. Elevation: 449 ft (137 m). Average temperature: 40°F (5°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Filipstad
Filipstad is a locality and the seat of Filipstad Municipality, Värmland County, Sweden, with 10,644 inhabitants in 2019.
People
Economy
BClimate
| Population | 6,119 |
| Population Density | 2,626 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 449 ft (137 m) |
| Coordinates | 59.7124°, 14.1683° |
| Timezone | Europe/Stockholm |
| Country | 🇸🇪 Sweden |
| State / Province | Värmland |
| Average Temperature | 40°F (5°C) |
| January Average | 23°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 31.9 inches (810 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 11.9 inches (30 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $56,808 |
About Filipstad
Filipstad is a small city in Sweden (Värmland) with a population of 6,119. The city sits at an elevation of 449 feet (137 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 40°F (5°C). Temperatures range from 23°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 31.9 inches. The timezone is Europe/Stockholm.
Income: Filipstad vs Sweden
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $56,808 |
| 24% below Sweden avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 673 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Temperature
| Annual Average | 40.3°F |
| 25% below Sweden avg | |
| January Average | 23°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| Sunny Days | 278 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 449 ft (137 m) |
| Area | 2.3 sq mi (6.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,626/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 59.7124°N, 14.1683°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Stockholm |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
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 | - | 51 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 23°F (-5°C) | 2.4 in | |
| February | 23°F (-5°C) | 1.7 in | Coldest, Driest |
| March | 29°F (-2°C) | 1.9 in | |
| April | 38°F (3°C) | 2.0 in | |
| May | 49°F (9°C) | 2.0 in | |
| June | 57°F (14°C) | 2.8 in | |
| July | 60°F (16°C) | 3.5 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 58°F (14°C) | 3.4 in | |
| September | 49°F (10°C) | 3.2 in | |
| October | 41°F (5°C) | 3.2 in | |
| November | 32°F (0°C) | 3.2 in | |
| December | 26°F (-4°C) | 2.7 in |
Filipstad has a seasonal temperature swing of 37°F / from 23°F in February to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 31.9 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.5") and February the driest (1.7").
Colleges & Universities in Filipstad
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bergskolan | University | - | , |
| Gammelkroppa Skogsskola & Konferens | University | - | , |
| Hällefors Folkhögskola | College | - | , |
| Pihlskolan | College | - | , |
Schools in Filipstad
5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spångbergsgymnasiet | - | - | - | - |
| Strandvägsskolan | - | - | - | - |
| Persbergs friskola | - | - | - | - |
| Stjärnskolan | - | - | - | - |
| Åsenskolan | - | - | - | - |
Museums in Filipstad
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Långban gruv-och kulturby | ||||
| Museet Kvarnen Filipstad | ||||
| Nordmarks gruvmuseum | ||||
| Stampens vattenhjul | ||||
| Tibergs museum | ||||
| Värmlands brandhistoriska museum |
Libraries in Filipstad
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Filipstads bergslags bibliotek | 0.0 |
Hotels in Filipstad
2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Filipstad
7 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Filipstad
2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theme Parks in Filipstad
1 theme parks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Filipstad
1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Filipstad
2 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Filipstad
5 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Filipstad
1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Filipstad
1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Filipstad
8 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Karlskoga Airport | KSK | Medium Airport |
| Brattforshede Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Degerfors Grenlanda Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Ekshärad Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Hagfors Airport | HFS | Small Airport |
| Hällefors Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Laxå Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Munkfors Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Filipstad
5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Brattfors kyrka | |
| Filipstads kyrka | |
| Kyrkans hus | |
| Rikets sal | |
| Vasakyrkan |
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Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Sweden
16 public holidays this year
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Filipstad
What is the population of Filipstad?
Filipstad has a population of 6,119 residents and is located in Sweden. The population density is 2,626 people per square mile, spread across 2.3 square miles.
Is Filipstad 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 Filipstad?
Filipstad has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 23°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 278 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.9 inches, with 11.9 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Filipstad?
There are 673 business establishments in the area.