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Göta, Sweden

Västra Götaland · Sweden

Göta is a small town in Västra Götaland, Sweden with a population of 1,002. Elevation: 151 ft (46 m). Average temperature: 44°F (7°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.4 /5.0
B Good
1,002 Population 1,822/sq mi density
151 ft Elevation 46 meters
44°F Avg Temperature 7°C
33.9 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
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Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$56,808 median income

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About Göta

Göta is a locality situated in Lilla Edet Municipality, Västra Götaland County, Sweden. It had 920 inhabitants in 2010.

People

Population1,002
Density1,822/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$56,808

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (7°C)
Rain33.9 in/yr
Sunny Days274/yr
Elevation151 ft (46 m)
Population1,002
Population Density1,822 / sq mi
Elevation151 ft (46 m)
Coordinates58.1062°, 12.1525°
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm
Country🇸🇪 Sweden
State / ProvinceVästra Götaland
Average Temperature44°F (7°C)
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation33.9 inches (861 mm)
Annual Snowfall10.6 inches (27 cm)
Median Household Income$56,808

About Göta

Göta is a small town in Sweden (Västra Götaland) with a population of 1,002. The city sits at an elevation of 151 feet (46 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 44°F (7°C). Temperatures range from 30°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 33.9 inches. The timezone is Europe/Stockholm.

The median household income in Göta is $56,808, which is 24% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 110 business establishments.

Income: Göta vs Sweden

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Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)110

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Göta has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. The area gets 274 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 33.9 inches. The area receives 10.6 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 151 feet.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average44.0°F
19% below Sweden avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days274 days/yr

Geography

Elevation151 ft (46 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.4 km²)
Population Density1,822/sq mi
Coordinates58.1062°N, 12.1525°W
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 33.9"
11% below Sweden avg
Snowfall 10.6"
Wettest Month (Nov) 3.66"
Driest Month (Apr) 1.89"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

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

Feb 19, 1992 5 km SE of Fredrikstad, Norway M3.8 137 km
May 24, 1990 10 km W of Västra Hagen, Sweden M3.6 78 km
Nov 29, 2000 9 km E of Strömstad, Sweden M3.4 104 km
Jul 29, 2015 4 km NE of Nolvik, Sweden M3.4 37 km
Feb 1, 1995 11 km SSW of Töreboda, Sweden M3.4 123 km
May 10, 1994 24 km SW of Ellös, Sweden M3.2 60 km
Sep 28, 1993 44 km WSW of Grebbestad, Sweden M2.9 109 km
Apr 22, 1993 13 km W of Skärhamn, Sweden M2.8 50 km
Jun 23, 2018 2 km SW of Götene, Sweden M2.8 89 km
Apr 26, 2005 24 km N of Hirtshals, Denmark M2.7 135 km
Aug 29, 1993 26 km SW of Glommen, Sweden M2.7 149 km
Aug 29, 1991 43 km W of Smögen, Sweden M2.6 103 km
Jun 8, 2005 3 km WNW of Skagen, Denmark M2.6 105 km
Apr 25, 2008 9 km NNW of Strandby, Denmark M2.5 118 km
May 23, 1990 50 km WNW of Smögen, Sweden M2.5 111 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 30°F (-1°C) 2.9 in
February 29°F (-2°C) 2.1 in Coldest
March 34°F (1°C) 2.2 in
April 40°F (5°C) 1.9 in Driest
May 51°F (10°C) 2.1 in
June 57°F (14°C) 2.8 in
July 61°F (16°C) 2.8 in Warmest
August 59°F (15°C) 3.1 in
September 52°F (11°C) 3.4 in
October 45°F (7°C) 3.6 in
November 38°F (3°C) 3.7 in Wettest
December 32°F (0°C) 3.3 in

Göta has a seasonal temperature swing of 31°F / from 29°F in February to 61°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 33.9 inches, with November being the wettest month (3.7") and April the driest (1.9").

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Schools in Göta

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Ryrsjönskolan - - - -
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Radio Stations near Göta

7 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Bandit Metal death metal, hard rock MP3 128 kbps
Sveriges Radio P4 Göteborg local radio, music AAC 128 kbps
Mix Megapol GBG - MP3 128 kbps
Radio Gbg Sevdah bosna, sevdah MP3 128 kbps
Radio Sotenäs 00s, 70s MP3 192 kbps
SLAY Radio (GB) - MP3 128 kbps
93.9 Lite FM (US) - AAC

Museums in Göta

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Backamo Museum
Betty Backs stuga
Bohusläns Försvarsmuseum
Bohusläns Museum
Dalens Hembygdsgård
Daskebackens kvarn
Härbret
Hembygdsmuseum Bella Vista
Kanalmuseum
Kareby Hembygdsgård
Lödöse Museum
Malöga kassaregård mangårdsbyggnad
Repslagarmuseet
Ryggåsstugan
Ryttaretorpet
Saab Car Museum
Solliden
Sveriges Sjömanshusmuseum
Trollhette quarnen

Libraries in Göta

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Ale bibliotek0.0
Älvängens bibliotek0.0
Diseröds bibliotek0.0
Kungälvs stadsbibliotek0.0
Lilla Edets bibliotek0.0
Ljungskile bibliotek0.0
Lödöse bibliotek0.0
Sjöviks bibliotek0.0
Skepplanda Bibliotek0.0
Stadsbiblioteket0.0
Syltebiblioteket0.0
Trollhättans Stadsbibliotek0.0
Vargöns Bibliotek0.0
Ytterby bibliotek0.0

Breweries in Göta

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Ahlafors Bryggerier
Ruckel Brewing

Stadiums & Teams in Göta

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Göta

2 ski resorts within range.

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

Airports Near Göta

13 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Göteborg Landvetter AirportGOTLarge Airport
Såtenäs Air Base-Medium Airport
Säve AirportGSEMedium Airport
Trollhättan-Vänersborg AirportTHNMedium Airport
Backamo Airfield-Small Airport
Borås Airfield-Small Airport
Duvhed flygfält UL-Small Airport
Esgrene Field-Small Airport
Kattleberg Airfield-Small Airport
Öresten Airfield-Small Airport
Rödene Airfield-Small Airport
Rörkärr Airfield-Small Airport
Vårgårda Airfield-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Göta

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Tunge kyrka
Västerlanda 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 Göta

What is the population of Göta?

Göta has a population of 1,002 residents and is located in Sweden. The population density is 1,822 people per square mile, spread across 0.6 square miles.

Is Göta 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 Göta?

Göta has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 30°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 274 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 33.9 inches, with 10.6 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Göta?

There are 110 business establishments in the area.

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