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Hammarby, Sweden

Gävleborg · Sweden

Hammarby is a small town in Gävleborg, Sweden with a population of 533. Elevation: 194 ft (59 m). Average temperature: 41°F (5°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.2 /5.0
B Good
533 Population 1,300/sq mi density
194 ft Elevation 59 meters
41°F Avg Temperature 5°C
24.6 in Annual Rain
Europe / Stockholm Timezone
$49,356 Median Income
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$49,356 median income

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People

Population533
Density1,300/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$49,356

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)
Rain24.6 in/yr
Sunny Days291/yr
Elevation194 ft (59 m)
Population533
Population Density1,300 / sq mi
Elevation194 ft (59 m)
Coordinates60.5439°, 16.5693°
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm
Country🇸🇪 Sweden
State / ProvinceGävleborg
Average Temperature41°F (5°C)
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average62°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation24.6 inches (624 mm)
Annual Snowfall8.3 inches (21 cm)
Median Household Income$49,356

About Hammarby

Hammarby is a small town in Sweden (Gävleborg) with a population of 533. The city sits at an elevation of 194 feet (59 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 41°F (5°C). Temperatures range from 24°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 24.6 inches. The timezone is Europe/Stockholm.

The median household income in Hammarby is $49,356, which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 59 business establishments.

Income: Hammarby vs Sweden

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Income

Median HH Income$49,356
34% below Sweden avg

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)59

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Hammarby has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. The area gets 291 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 24.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 8.3 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 194 feet.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-5°C) 62°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average41.1°F
24% below Sweden avg
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average62°F (16°C)
Sunny Days291 days/yr

Geography

Elevation194 ft (59 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density1,300/sq mi
Coordinates60.5439°N, 16.5693°W
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 24.6"
35% below Sweden avg
Snowfall 8.3"
Wettest Month (Jul) 2.99"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.10"

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 85 km
Apr 11, 1993 2 km NNE of Ludvika, Sweden M3.7 86 km
Apr 5, 1995 9 km N of Åkersberga, Sweden M2.7 145 km
Apr 3, 1995 14 km NE of Åkersberga, Sweden M2.6 149 km
Apr 5, 1995 6 km NNE of Åkersberga, Sweden M2.5 149 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) 1.4 in
April 39°F (4°C) 1.7 in
May 50°F (10°C) 1.5 in
June 58°F (14°C) 2.3 in
July 62°F (16°C) 3.0 in Warmest, Wettest
August 59°F (15°C) 3.0 in
September 50°F (10°C) 2.6 in
October 41°F (5°C) 2.2 in
November 33°F (0°C) 2.3 in
December 26°F (-4°C) 1.9 in

Hammarby has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F / from 24°F in February to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 24.6 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.0") and February the driest (1.1").

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Schools in Hammarby

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Hammarby skola - - - -
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Radio Stations near Hammarby

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Sveriges Radio P4 Gävleborg local radio, music MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Hammarby

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Årsunda Viking
Kvarnbackens Teknik- & Prylmuseum
Rosenlöfs tryckerimuseum
Smedsgården Bruksmuseum
Tallbo – Ecke Hedbergs konstnärshem
Vagnsmuseet

Libraries in Hammarby

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Åshammars Bibliotek0.0
Björksätraskolan biblioteket0.0
Järbos bibliotek0.0
Sandvikens Biblotek0.0
Storviks Bibliotek0.0

Hotels in Hammarby

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

The Old Mill

Cafes in Hammarby

1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Cafe Boa

Cinemas in Hammarby

1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Hammarby Bio

Stadiums & Teams in Hammarby

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Ski Resorts Near Hammarby

3 ski resorts within range.

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

Airports Near Hammarby

9 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Gävle Sandviken AirportGVXMedium Airport
Söderhamn AirportSOOMedium Airport
Avesta Airfield-Small Airport
Hedemora Flygfält-Small Airport
Lemstanas Airfield-Small Airport
Mohed Airfield-Small Airport
Norberg-Small Airport
Nyby Private Airstrip-Small Airport
Sala flygfält-Small Airport

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 Hammarby

What is the population of Hammarby?

Hammarby has a population of 533 residents and is located in Sweden. The population density is 1,300 people per square mile, spread across 0.4 square miles.

Is Hammarby expensive to live in?

The median household income is $49,356, 34% below the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in Hammarby?

Hammarby 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 62°F in July. The area receives 291 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 24.6 inches, with 8.3 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Hammarby?

There are 59 business establishments in the area.

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