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Hagfors, Sweden

Värmland · Sweden

Hagfors is a small town in Värmland, Sweden with a population of 4,869. Elevation: 492 ft (150 m). Average temperature: 39°F (4°C).

3.4 /5.0
B Good
4,869 Population 1,987/sq mi density
492 ft Elevation 150 meters
39°F Avg Temperature 4°C
28.0 in Annual Rain
Europe / Stockholm Timezone
$56,808 Median Income
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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 Hagfors

Hagfors

Hagfors is a locality and the seat of Hagfors Municipality, Värmland County, Sweden with 10,125 inhabitants in 2010.

People

Population4,869
Density1,987/mi²

Economy

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Median Income$56,808

Climate

Avg Temp39°F (4°C)
Rain28.0 in/yr
Sunny Days285/yr
Elevation492 ft (150 m)
Population4,869
Population Density1,987 / sq mi
Elevation492 ft (150 m)
Coordinates60.0238°, 13.6721°
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm
Country🇸🇪 Sweden
State / ProvinceVärmland
Average Temperature39°F (4°C)
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average60°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation28.0 inches (710 mm)
Annual Snowfall9.4 inches (24 cm)
Median Household Income$56,808

About Hagfors

Hagfors is a small town in Sweden (Värmland) with a population of 4,869. The city sits at an elevation of 492 feet (150 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 39°F (4°C). Temperatures range from 20°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 28.0 inches. The timezone is Europe/Stockholm.

The median household income in Hagfors is $56,808, which is 24% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 536 business establishments.

Income: Hagfors vs Sweden

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Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)536

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Hagfors has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. The area gets 285 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 28.0 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 9.4 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 492 feet.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-7°C) 60°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average39.0°F
28% below Sweden avg
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average60°F (15°C)
Sunny Days285 days/yr

Geography

Elevation492 ft (150 m)
Area2.5 sq mi (6.3 km²)
Population Density1,987/sq mi
Coordinates60.0238°N, 13.6721°W
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 28.0"
26% below Sweden avg
Snowfall 9.4"
Wettest Month (Jul) 3.31"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.34"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

7 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.7. Most recent: M3.4 on Apr 7, 2004.

Apr 11, 1993 2 km NNE of Ludvika, Sweden M3.7 87 km
Nov 19, 1994 0 km WNW of Jessheim, Norway M3.5 139 km
Apr 7, 2004 11 km N of Sand, Norway M3.4 131 km
Nov 12, 1993 2 km SE of Åmotfors, Sweden M3.4 78 km
Nov 27, 1993 4 km SW of Sand, Norway M3.1 128 km
Nov 19, 1994 7 km NW of Jessheim, Norway M2.7 145 km
Nov 21, 1994 6 km NNW of Jessheim, Norway M2.7 143 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

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 — 70 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 20°F (-7°C) 1.8 in Coldest
February 20°F (-6°C) 1.3 in Driest
March 28°F (-2°C) 1.5 in
April 38°F (3°C) 1.7 in
May 49°F (9°C) 2.1 in
June 57°F (14°C) 2.8 in
July 60°F (15°C) 3.3 in Warmest, Wettest
August 57°F (14°C) 3.2 in
September 49°F (9°C) 2.8 in
October 40°F (4°C) 2.7 in
November 30°F (-1°C) 2.6 in
December 22°F (-6°C) 2.1 in

Hagfors has a seasonal temperature swing of 40°F / from 20°F in January to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 28.0 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.3") and February the driest (1.3").

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Schools in Hagfors

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Forsskolan — — — —
Älvstrandens bildningscenter — — — —
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Radio Stations near Hagfors

0 stations within ~55 km.

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Museums in Hagfors

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Gustavsfors Hembygdsgård
Kärnåsens hembygdsgård
Laxholmen Kulturhus
Monica Zetterlund Museet
Railroad museum
Sunnemo Hembygdsgård, Gubbkroken

Libraries in Hagfors

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Hagfors bibliotek0.0
Munkfors bibliotek0.0

Hotels in Hagfors

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hotell Monica

Restaurants in Hagfors

8 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Brukshotellet
Coloseum
Hotell & Café Uvån
Kronan
Pizzeria Hagfors
Pizzeria Milano
Värmullen
Zolboo's Sushi & Thai

Cafes in Hagfors

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Kaffestugans konditori

Cinemas in Hagfors

1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Fasaden

Clinics in Hagfors

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hagfors vårdcentral

Dentists in Hagfors

2 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Folktandvården
Klaran Tandvård

Bus Stations in Hagfors

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hagfors Busstationen

Gas Stations in Hagfors

3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Circle K Truck
OKQ8 Hagfors
St1

Banks in Hagfors

2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Nordea
Swedbank

Gyms in Hagfors

1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Styrkan

Stadiums & Teams in Hagfors

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Airports Near Hagfors

10 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Karlstad AirportKSDMedium Airport
Torsby AirportTYFMedium Airport
Brattforshede Airfield—Small Airport
Dala Järna Airfield—Small Airport
Ekshärad Airfield—Small Airport
Finnskoga/Backa Airfield—Small Airport
Hagfors AirportHFSSmall Airport
Munkfors Airfield—Small Airport
Skinnlanda Airfield—Small Airport
Sunne Airfield—Small Airport

Post Offices in Hagfors

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
DHL

Churches & Religious Organizations in Hagfors

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Blinkenbergskyrkan
Hagfors kapell
Hagfors 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 Hagfors

What is the population of Hagfors?

Hagfors has a population of 4,869 residents and is located in Sweden. The population density is 1,987 people per square mile, spread across 2.5 square miles.

Is Hagfors 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 Hagfors?

Hagfors has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 20°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 285 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 28.0 inches, with 9.4 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Hagfors?

There are 536 business establishments in the area.

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