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Forsheda, Sweden

Jönköping · Sweden

Forsheda is a small town in Jönköping, Sweden with a population of 1,510. Elevation: 502 ft (153 m). Average temperature: 43°F (6°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.2 /5.0
B Good
1,510 Population 2,288/sq mi density
502 ft Elevation 153 meters
43°F Avg Temperature 6°C
33.0 in Annual Rain
Europe / Stockholm Timezone
$50,760 Median Income
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$50,760 median income

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People

Population1,510
Density2,288/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$50,760

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)
Rain33.0 in/yr
Sunny Days276/yr
Elevation502 ft (153 m)
Population1,510
Population Density2,288 / sq mi
Elevation502 ft (153 m)
Coordinates57.1642°, 13.8302°
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm
Country🇸🇪 Sweden
State / ProvinceJönköping
Average Temperature43°F (6°C)
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation33.0 inches (838 mm)
Annual Snowfall10.2 inches (26 cm)
Median Household Income$50,760

About Forsheda

Forsheda is a small town in Sweden (Jönköping) with a population of 1,510. The city sits at an elevation of 502 feet (153 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 43°F (6°C). Temperatures range from 28°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 33.0 inches. The timezone is Europe/Stockholm.

The median household income in Forsheda is $50,760, which is 32% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 166 business establishments.

Income: Forsheda vs Sweden

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Income

Median HH Income$50,760
32% below Sweden avg

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)166

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Forsheda has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. The area gets 276 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 33.0 inches. The area receives 10.2 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 502 feet.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average43.3°F
20% below Sweden avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days276 days/yr

Geography

Elevation502 ft (153 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.7 km²)
Population Density2,288/sq mi
Coordinates57.1642°N, 13.8302°W
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 33.0"
13% below Sweden avg
Snowfall 10.2"
Wettest Month (Sep) 3.58"
Driest Month (Apr) 1.89"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

6 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.2. Most recent: M3.4 on Jul 29, 2015.

Aug 6, 2012 39 km WSW of Steninge, Sweden M4.2 125 km
Oct 4, 1995 20 km WSW of Steninge, Sweden M3.9 105 km
May 24, 1990 10 km W of Västra Hagen, Sweden M3.6 128 km
Jul 29, 2015 4 km NE of Nolvik, Sweden M3.4 135 km
Aug 29, 1993 26 km SW of Glommen, Sweden M2.7 118 km
Dec 7, 1993 11 km N of Gilleleje, Denmark M2.7 141 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 28°F (-2°C) 2.9 in
February 28°F (-2°C) 1.9 in Coldest
March 33°F (1°C) 2.2 in
April 41°F (5°C) 1.9 in Driest
May 51°F (11°C) 2.0 in
June 57°F (14°C) 2.8 in
July 61°F (16°C) 3.2 in Warmest
August 59°F (15°C) 3.0 in
September 51°F (11°C) 3.6 in Wettest
October 44°F (7°C) 3.1 in
November 36°F (2°C) 3.3 in
December 31°F (-1°C) 3.2 in

Forsheda has a seasonal temperature swing of 33°F / from 28°F in February to 61°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 33.0 inches, with September being the wettest month (3.6") and April the driest (1.9").

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Schools in Forsheda

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Forsheda skolor - - - -
Hångers skola - - - -
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Museums in Forsheda

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Åminne bruk
Big Bengt museum
Bruno Mathsson Center
Cliff Burton Museum
Dannäs hembygdspark
Göhestra hembygdsgård
Hembygdsgård
Hylténs industrimuseum
Lantbruksmuseum
Ölmestadsmuséet
Prästgården
Töllstorps Industrimuseum

Libraries in Forsheda

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Anderstorps Bibliotek0.0
Gnosjö Bibliotek0.0
Värnamo Stadsbibliotek0.0
Värnamo stadsbibliotek0.0

Gas Stations in Forsheda

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

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Stadiums & Teams in Forsheda

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Ski Resorts Near Forsheda

2 ski resorts within range.

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

Airports Near Forsheda

12 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Jönköping AirportJKGMedium Airport
Alvesta Smålanda Airfield-Small Airport
Anderstorp Airfield-Small Airport
Ekeryd - Ekelanda private airstrip-Small Airport
Feringe Airfield-Small Airport
Hagshult Air Base-Small Airport
Kronobergshed Airfield-Small Airport
Möckeln Airfield-Small Airport
Ödestugu Glider Field-Small Airport
Ragglanda Airfield-Small Airport
Smålandsstenar Smålanda Airfield-Small Airport
Timmele Airfield-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Forsheda

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Forsheda kyrka
Kärda kyrka
Torskinge 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 Forsheda

What is the population of Forsheda?

Forsheda has a population of 1,510 residents and is located in Sweden. The population density is 2,288 people per square mile, spread across 0.7 square miles.

Is Forsheda expensive to live in?

The median household income is $50,760, 32% below the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in Forsheda?

Forsheda has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 28°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 276 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 33.0 inches, with 10.2 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Forsheda?

There are 166 business establishments in the area.

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