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Hofors, Sweden

Gävleborg · Sweden

Hofors is a small city in Gävleborg, Sweden with a population of 6,090. Elevation: 374 ft (114 m). Average temperature: 40°F (4°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.2 /5.0
B Good
6,090 Population 2,264/sq mi density
374 ft Elevation 114 meters
40°F Avg Temperature 4°C
26.1 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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About Hofors

Hofors

Hofors Municipality is a municipality in Gävleborg County, east central Sweden. Its seat is in Hofors with 7,400 inhabitants, situated at 60°33′N 16°17′E.

People

Population6,090
Density2,264/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$49,356

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (4°C)
Rain26.1 in/yr
Sunny Days289/yr
Elevation374 ft (114 m)
Population6,090
Population Density2,264 / sq mi
Elevation374 ft (114 m)
Coordinates60.5457°, 16.2867°
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm
Country🇸🇪 Sweden
State / ProvinceGävleborg
Average Temperature40°F (4°C)
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation26.1 inches (664 mm)
Annual Snowfall8.8 inches (22 cm)
Median Household Income$49,356

About Hofors

Hofors is a small city in Sweden (Gävleborg) with a population of 6,090. The city sits at an elevation of 374 feet (114 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 40°F (4°C). Temperatures range from 23°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 26.1 inches. The timezone is Europe/Stockholm.

The median household income in Hofors is $49,356, which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 670 business establishments.

Income: Hofors vs Sweden

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Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)670

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Climate in Hofors

Hofors has an average annual temperature of 5.8°C (42°F). The hottest month is Jul (17.4°C), the coldest is Jan (-4.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 584 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan -4.3°C / 24°F -7.3° / -1.3° 36.9
Feb -3.8°C / 25°F -7.4° / -0.3° 27.7
Mar 0°C / 32°F -4.2° / 4.3° 26.0
Apr 5.1°C / 41°F -0.3° / 10.5° 32.1
May 10.4°C / 51°F 4.6° / 16.3° 49.4
Jun 14.8°C / 59°F 9.1° / 20.5° 65.2
Jul 17.4°C / 63°F 11.7° / 23° 76.0
Aug 15.8°C / 60°F 10.7° / 21° 75.9
Sep 11.2°C / 52°F 6.8° / 15.5° 45.2
Oct 5.3°C / 42°F 2.1° / 8.5° 62.0
Nov 0.7°C / 33°F -1.7° / 3.1° 48.1
Dec -3°C / 27°F -5.7° / -0.2° 39.8
Hofors has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. The area gets 289 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 26.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 8.8 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 374 feet.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average40.0°F
26% below Sweden avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Sunny Days289 days/yr

Geography

Elevation374 ft (114 m)
Area2.7 sq mi (7.0 km²)
Population Density2,264/sq mi
Coordinates60.5457°N, 16.2867°W
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 26.1"
31% below Sweden avg
Snowfall 8.8"
Wettest Month (Jul) 3.19"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.18"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.9. Most recent: M3.7 on Apr 11, 1993.

Dec 12, 1990 11 km NW of Irsta, Sweden M3.9 89 km
Apr 11, 1993 2 km NNE of Ludvika, Sweden M3.7 73 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 23°F (-5°C) 1.7 in Coldest
February 23°F (-5°C) 1.2 in Driest
March 29°F (-2°C) 1.5 in
April 37°F (3°C) 1.8 in
May 49°F (9°C) 1.6 in
June 57°F (14°C) 2.4 in
July 60°F (16°C) 3.2 in Warmest, Wettest
August 58°F (14°C) 3.1 in
September 49°F (9°C) 2.8 in
October 40°F (5°C) 2.4 in
November 31°F (-0°C) 2.5 in
December 25°F (-4°C) 1.9 in

Hofors has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F / from 23°F in January to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 26.1 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.2") and February the driest (1.2").

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Schools in Hofors

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Petreskolan - - - -
Värnaskolan - - - -
Lillåskolan - - - -
Hagaskolan - - - -
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Museums in Hofors

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Garpenbergs Gruvkapell
Haga Science Center
Hembygdsgård
Klosters museum
Kornskruven (industrimuseum)
Korså Bymuséum
Modellkammaren
Mulltimmerhyttan
Polhemsmuséet

Libraries in Hofors

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Hofors Bibliotek0.0
Storviks Bibliotek0.0

Hotels in Hofors

2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Hotel Golden Hof
Hotell Bergsmannen

Restaurants in Hofors

4 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bergsmannen
Mekong
Sodon Trädgårdslounge
Viva Bar & Kök

Cafes in Hofors

2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Fiket
Restaurang Edsken Caféet

Clinics in Hofors

1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Hofors Hälsocentral

Veterinaries in Hofors

1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Hofors Veterinärpraktik

Train Stations in Hofors

1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Hofors

Bus Stations in Hofors

1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

SE #156936883

Gas Stations in Hofors

3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Circle K Hofors
OKQ8
St1

Gyms in Hofors

1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Aerostep Company

Golf Courses in Hofors

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Hofors Golfklubb

Breweries in Hofors

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Stjärnsunds Brygghus

Ski Resorts Near Hofors

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 Hofors

9 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Gävle Sandviken AirportGVXMedium 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
Örnlanda Airstrip-Small Airport
Sala flygfält-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Hofors

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Hofors kyrka
Pingstkyrkan

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 Hofors

What is the population of Hofors?

Hofors has a population of 6,090 residents and is located in Sweden. The population density is 2,264 people per square mile, spread across 2.7 square miles.

Is Hofors 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 Hofors?

Hofors has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 23°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 289 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 26.1 inches, with 8.8 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Hofors?

There are 670 business establishments in the area.

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