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Fristad, Sweden

Västra Götaland · Sweden

Fristad is a small city in Västra Götaland, Sweden with a population of 5,409. Elevation: 499 ft (152 m). Average temperature: 43°F (6°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.4 /5.0
B Good
5,409 Population 1,834/sq mi density
499 ft Elevation 152 meters
43°F Avg Temperature 6°C
38.0 in Annual Rain
Europe / Stockholm Timezone
$56,808 Median Income
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$56,808 median income

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About Fristad

Fristad

Fristad is a locality situated in Borås Municipality, Västra Götaland County, Sweden. It had 4,924 inhabitants in 2010.

People

Population5,409
Density1,834/mi²

Economy

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Median Income$56,808

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)
Rain38.0 in/yr
Sunny Days267/yr
Elevation499 ft (152 m)
Population5,409
Population Density1,834 / sq mi
Elevation499 ft (152 m)
Coordinates57.8248°, 13.0106°
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm
Country🇸🇪 Sweden
State / ProvinceVästra Götaland
Average Temperature43°F (6°C)
January Average28°F (-3°C)
July Average60°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation38.0 inches (966 mm)
Annual Snowfall12.3 inches (31 cm)
Median Household Income$56,808

About Fristad

Fristad is a small city in Sweden (Västra Götaland) with a population of 5,409. The city sits at an elevation of 499 feet (152 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 43°F (6°C). Temperatures range from 28°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 38.0 inches. The timezone is Europe/Stockholm.

The median household income in Fristad is $56,808, which is 24% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 595 business establishments.

Income: Fristad vs Sweden

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Income

Median HH Income$56,808
24% below Sweden avg

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)595

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Fristad has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. The area gets 267 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 38.0 inches. The area receives 12.3 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 499 feet.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-3°C) 60°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average42.5°F
21% below Sweden avg
January Average28°F (-3°C)
July Average60°F (15°C)
Sunny Days267 days/yr

Geography

Elevation499 ft (152 m)
Area3.0 sq mi (7.6 km²)
Population Density1,834/sq mi
Coordinates57.8248°N, 13.0106°W
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 38.0"
0% below Sweden avg
Snowfall 12.3"
Wettest Month (Nov) 4.02"
Driest Month (Apr) 2.13"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

10 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.2. Most recent: M2.8 on Jun 23, 2018.

Aug 6, 2012 39 km WSW of Steninge, Sweden M4.2 147 km
Oct 4, 1995 20 km WSW of Steninge, Sweden M3.9 132 km
May 24, 1990 10 km W of Västra Hagen, Sweden M3.6 86 km
Jul 29, 2015 4 km NE of Nolvik, Sweden M3.4 66 km
Feb 1, 1995 11 km SSW of Töreboda, Sweden M3.4 107 km
May 10, 1994 24 km SW of Ellös, Sweden M3.2 113 km
Apr 22, 1993 13 km W of Skärhamn, Sweden M2.8 101 km
Jun 23, 2018 2 km SW of Götene, Sweden M2.8 82 km
Aug 29, 1993 26 km SW of Glommen, Sweden M2.7 131 km
Jun 8, 2005 3 km WNW of Skagen, Denmark M2.6 148 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 28°F (-3°C) 3.5 in
February 27°F (-3°C) 2.4 in Coldest
March 32°F (0°C) 2.5 in
April 39°F (4°C) 2.1 in Driest
May 50°F (10°C) 2.2 in
June 56°F (14°C) 3.0 in
July 60°F (15°C) 3.4 in Warmest
August 58°F (14°C) 3.2 in
September 50°F (10°C) 4.0 in
October 43°F (6°C) 3.9 in
November 36°F (2°C) 4.0 in Wettest
December 31°F (-1°C) 3.9 in

Fristad has a seasonal temperature swing of 32°F / from 27°F in February to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 38.0 inches, with November being the wettest month (4.0") and April the driest (2.1").

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Schools in Fristad

7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Asklandaskolan - - - -
Borgstenaskolan - - - -
Rångedalaskolan - - - -
Sparsörskolan - Slättängskolan - - - -
Sparsörskolan - Kilskolan - - - -
Fristadskolan - - - -
Gula skolan - - - -
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Radio Stations near Fristad

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radio Treby - MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Fristad

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Abecita Popkonst och Foto
Almedahls Museum
Borås Konstmuseum
Borås Museum
Bröderna Fåglum
Library museum
NAVET
Textilmuseet
Tumbergs skolmuseum
Vårgårda Vågmuseum

Libraries in Fristad

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliotek & läranderesurser0.0
Borås Stadsbibliotek0.0
Byttorps Bibliotek0.0
Dalsjöfors Biblotek0.0
Göta bibliotek0.0
Ljung bibliotek0.0
Vårgårda Bibliotek0.0

Restaurants in Fristad

3 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Borgstena Pizzeria
Chillers Restaurang
Pizzerie Roma

Cafes in Fristad

2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Uddetorp Säteri
Vänga Kvarncafé

Clinics in Fristad

4 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Närhälsan Fristad barnavårdscentral
Närhälsan Fristad rehabmottagning
Närhälsan Fristad vårdcentral
Vega Vårdcentral och BVC i Fristad

Train Stations in Fristad

1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Fristad

Gas Stations in Fristad

3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Ingo Fristad
OKQ8
SE #13397240463

Stadiums & Teams in Fristad

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Fristad

1 ski resorts within range.

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

Airports Near Fristad

16 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Göteborg Landvetter AirportGOTLarge Airport
Råda Air Base-Medium Airport
Såtenäs Air Base-Medium Airport
Trollhättan-Vänersborg AirportTHNMedium Airport
Ålleberg Airfield-Small Airport
Anderstorp Airfield-Small Airport
Borås Airfield-Small Airport
Brännebrona Airfield-Small Airport
Falköping Airfield-Small Airport
Herrljunga Airfield-Small Airport
Lidköping-Hovby AirportLDKSmall Airport
Öresten Airfield-Small Airport
Rödene Airfield-Small Airport
Smålandsstenar Smålanda Airfield-Small Airport
Timmele Airfield-Small Airport
Vårgårda Airfield-Small Airport

Treatment Centers in Fristad

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Närhälsan Fristad rehabmottagning

Churches & Religious Organizations in Fristad

9 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Borgstena kyrka
Equemeniakyrkan Fristad
Equmeniakyrkan
Fristads kyrka
Missionskyrkan
Rångedala kyrka
Tärby kyrka
Vänga kyrka
Varnums 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 Fristad

What is the population of Fristad?

Fristad has a population of 5,409 residents and is located in Sweden. The population density is 1,834 people per square mile, spread across 3.0 square miles.

Is Fristad 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 Fristad?

Fristad 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 60°F in July. The area receives 267 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 38.0 inches, with 12.3 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Fristad?

There are 595 business establishments in the area.

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