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Hovsta, Sweden

Örebro · Sweden

Hovsta is a small town in Örebro, Sweden with a population of 2,831. Elevation: 128 ft (39 m). Average temperature: 42°F (6°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.1 /5.0
B Good
2,831 Population 4,423/sq mi density
128 ft Elevation 39 meters
42°F Avg Temperature 6°C
26.8 in Annual Rain
Europe / Stockholm Timezone
$43,308 Median Income
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$43,308 median income

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People

Population2,831
Density4,423/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$43,308

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (6°C)
Rain26.8 in/yr
Sunny Days287/yr
Elevation128 ft (39 m)
Population2,831
Population Density4,423 / sq mi
Elevation128 ft (39 m)
Coordinates59.3500°, 15.2167°
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm
Country🇸🇪 Sweden
State / ProvinceÖrebro
Average Temperature42°F (6°C)
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average62°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation26.8 inches (680 mm)
Annual Snowfall9.5 inches (24 cm)
Median Household Income$43,308

About Hovsta

Hovsta is a small town in Sweden (Örebro) with a population of 2,831. The city sits at an elevation of 128 feet (39 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 42°F (6°C). Temperatures range from 25°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 26.8 inches. The timezone is Europe/Stockholm.

The median household income in Hovsta is $43,308, which is 42% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 311 business establishments.

Income: Hovsta vs Sweden

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Income

Median HH Income$43,308
42% below Sweden avg

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)311

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Hovsta has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. The area gets 287 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 26.8 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 9.5 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 128 feet.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 62°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average42.3°F
22% below Sweden avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average62°F (16°C)
Sunny Days287 days/yr

Geography

Elevation128 ft (39 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.7 km²)
Population Density4,423/sq mi
Coordinates59.3500°N, 15.2167°W
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 26.8"
30% below Sweden avg
Snowfall 9.5"
Wettest Month (Jul) 3.15"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.34"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

5 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.9. Most recent: M2.8 on Jun 23, 2018.

Dec 12, 1990 11 km NW of Irsta, Sweden M3.9 102 km
Apr 11, 1993 2 km NNE of Ludvika, Sweden M3.7 91 km
Feb 1, 1995 11 km SSW of Töreboda, Sweden M3.4 106 km
Jun 23, 2018 2 km SW of Götene, Sweden M2.8 137 km
May 15, 1994 13 km NNW of Ryd, Sweden M2.6 64 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 - 97 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 25°F (-4°C) 1.8 in Coldest
February 25°F (-4°C) 1.3 in Driest
March 32°F (-0°C) 1.5 in
April 40°F (4°C) 1.8 in
May 51°F (10°C) 1.7 in
June 59°F (15°C) 2.6 in
July 62°F (16°C) 3.2 in Warmest, Wettest
August 59°F (15°C) 2.8 in
September 51°F (11°C) 2.9 in
October 43°F (6°C) 2.4 in
November 34°F (1°C) 2.7 in
December 28°F (-2°C) 2.2 in

Hovsta has a seasonal temperature swing of 36°F / from 25°F in January to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 26.8 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.2") and February the driest (1.3").

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Schools in Hovsta

5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Kvinnerstaskolan - - - -
Lillåns skola F-6 - - - -
Hovstaskolan - - - -
Lillåns skola 7-9 - - - -
Lillåns södra skola - - - -
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Radio Stations near Hovsta

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
ZERGAN RADYO (47an) kurdish, turkish music AAC+ 128 kbps
P4 Örebro local radio, sveriges radio MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Hovsta

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Biologiska museet
Frövi Maskin och Bruksbanemuseum
Frövifors Paper Mill Museum
Hjalmar Bergmans museum
Kumla skoindustrimuseum
Örebro läns museum
Skolmuseet
Slottsmuseet
Stenarbetsmuseum Yxhult
Tekniska kvarnen

Libraries in Hovsta

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Adolfsbergs bibliotek0.0
Brickebackens bibliotek0.0
City Library0.0
Gymnasiebiblioteket0.0
Haga Bibliotek0.0
Haga Bibliotek0.0
Kumla bibliotek0.0
Lindesbergs stadsbibliotek0.0
Lindeskolans bibliotek0.0
Nora Bibliotek0.0
Tegelbrukets bibliotek0.0
Vivalla bibliotek0.0

Farmers Markets in Hovsta

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Äggbod

Restaurants in Hovsta

1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Lillåns Gatukök

Cafes in Hovsta

1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Lillåns konditori

Clinics in Hovsta

1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Lillåns Vårdcentral

Gas Stations in Hovsta

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

OKQ8 Mini
Preem

Golf Courses in Hovsta

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Kårsta golfklubb

Breweries in Hovsta

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Nora Brygghus AB

Stadiums & Teams in Hovsta

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Hovsta

7 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Karlskoga AirportKSKMedium Airport
Örebro AirportORBMedium Airport
Arboga Airfield-Small Airport
Finspångs flygfält-Small Airport
Laxå Airfield-Small Airport
Ludvika Airfield-Small Airport
Sticksjö Private Airstrip-Small Airport

Treatment Centers in Hovsta

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
SiS LVM-hem Runnagården

Churches & Religious Organizations in Hovsta

6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Axbergs kyrka
Ekers kyrka
Equmeniakyrkan
Hovsta kyrka
Lundhagskyrkan
Närkes Kils 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 Hovsta

What is the population of Hovsta?

Hovsta has a population of 2,831 residents and is located in Sweden. The population density is 4,423 people per square mile, spread across 0.6 square miles.

Is Hovsta expensive to live in?

The median household income is $43,308, 42% below the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in Hovsta?

Hovsta has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 25°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 287 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 26.8 inches, with 9.5 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Hovsta?

There are 311 business establishments in the area.

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