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Garpenberg, Sweden

Dalarna · Sweden

Garpenberg is a small town in Dalarna, Sweden with a population of 515. Elevation: 427 ft (130 m). Average temperature: 41°F (5°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
515 Population 1,120/sq mi density
427 ft Elevation 130 meters
41°F Avg Temperature 5°C
25.1 in Annual Rain
Europe / Stockholm Timezone
$78,084 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$78,084 median income

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People

Population515
Density1,120/mi²

Economy

B+
Median Income$78,084

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)
Rain25.1 in/yr
Sunny Days290/yr
Elevation427 ft (130 m)
Population515
Population Density1,120 / sq mi
Elevation427 ft (130 m)
Coordinates60.3167°, 16.2000°
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm
Country🇸🇪 Sweden
State / ProvinceDalarna
Average Temperature41°F (5°C)
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation25.1 inches (637 mm)
Annual Snowfall8.6 inches (22 cm)
Median Household Income$78,084

About Garpenberg

Garpenberg is a small town in Sweden (Dalarna) with a population of 515. The city sits at an elevation of 427 feet (130 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 41°F (5°C). Temperatures range from 24°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 25.1 inches. The timezone is Europe/Stockholm.

The median household income in Garpenberg is $78,084, which is 4% above the national average of $75,149. The area has 57 business establishments.

Income: Garpenberg vs Sweden

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Income

Median HH Income$78,084
4% above Sweden avg

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)57

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Garpenberg has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. The area gets 290 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 25.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 8.6 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 427 feet.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-5°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average40.8°F
24% below Sweden avg
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days290 days/yr

Geography

Elevation427 ft (130 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²)
Population Density1,120/sq mi
Coordinates60.3167°N, 16.2000°W
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 25.1"
34% below Sweden avg
Snowfall 8.6"
Wettest Month (Jul) 2.99"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.14"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

5 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.9. Most recent: M2.5 on Apr 5, 1995.

Dec 12, 1990 11 km NW of Irsta, Sweden M3.9 68 km
Apr 11, 1993 2 km NNE of Ludvika, Sweden M3.7 57 km
Apr 5, 1995 9 km N of Åkersberga, Sweden M2.7 144 km
Apr 3, 1995 14 km NE of Åkersberga, Sweden M2.6 149 km
Apr 5, 1995 6 km NNE of Åkersberga, Sweden M2.5 147 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 24°F (-5°C) 1.7 in
February 24°F (-5°C) 1.1 in Coldest, Driest
March 30°F (-1°C) 1.5 in
April 38°F (3°C) 1.7 in
May 50°F (10°C) 1.6 in
June 57°F (14°C) 2.5 in
July 61°F (16°C) 3.0 in Warmest, Wettest
August 58°F (15°C) 2.9 in
September 50°F (10°C) 2.7 in
October 41°F (5°C) 2.2 in
November 32°F (0°C) 2.4 in
December 26°F (-3°C) 1.9 in

Garpenberg has a seasonal temperature swing of 37°F / from 24°F in February to 61°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 25.1 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.0") and February the driest (1.1").

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Schools in Garpenberg

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Garpenbergs skola
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Radio Stations near Garpenberg

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Redback Radio eclectic, experimental MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Garpenberg

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Bengtsgården
Garpenbergs Gruvkapell
Haga Science Center
Hedemora MC-museum
Hembygdsgård
Husby gammelgård
Jularbomuseet
Karlfeldtsgården
Karlfeldtsgården
Karlfeldtsgården
Klosters museum
Kornskruven (industrimuseum)
Modellkammaren
Mulltimmerhyttan
Myntmuseet
Polhemsmuséet

Libraries in Garpenberg

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Avesta bibliotek0.0
Hofors Bibliotek0.0

Hotels in Garpenberg

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Handelsboden

Restaurants in Garpenberg

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Silverorten

Breweries in Garpenberg

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Stjärnsunds Brygghus

Ski Resorts Near Garpenberg

2 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Fridabacken 0.0 $0
Kungsberget 0.0 $0

Airports Near Garpenberg

11 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Stockholm Västerås AirportVSTLarge Airport
Dala AirportBLEMedium Airport
Avesta AirfieldSmall Airport
Hedemora FlygfältSmall Airport
Hellby Säteri Private AirstripSmall Airport
Johannisberg AirfieldSmall Airport
Lemstanas AirfieldSmall Airport
NorbergSmall Airport
Nyby Private AirstripSmall Airport
Örnlanda AirstripSmall Airport
Sala flygfältSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Garpenberg

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Garpenbergs 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 Garpenberg

What is the population of Garpenberg?

Garpenberg has a population of 515 residents and is located in Sweden. The population density is 1,120 people per square mile, spread across 0.5 square miles.

Is Garpenberg expensive to live in?

The median household income is $78,084, 4% above the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in Garpenberg?

Garpenberg has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 24°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 290 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 25.1 inches, with 8.6 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Garpenberg?

There are 57 business establishments in the area.

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