Sign In Register

Irsta, Sweden

Västmanland · Sweden

Irsta is a small town in Västmanland, Sweden with a population of 2,809. Elevation: 72 ft (22 m). Average temperature: 43°F (6°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
2,809 Population 3,601/sq mi density
72 ft Elevation 22 meters
43°F Avg Temperature 6°C
21.5 in Annual Rain
Europe / Stockholm Timezone
$78,084 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$78,084 median income

Discover Irsta, Sweden

Explore over 40 sections covering people, economy, housing, health, crime, climate, community, costs, trends, schools, colleges, hospitals, treatment centers, industries, museums, libraries, breweries, farmers markets, grocery stores, pharmacies, campgrounds, parks, trails, stadiums, ski resorts, daycare centers, nursing homes, churches, fire stations, cell towers, bridges, power plants, EV stations, prisons, radio stations, airports, police stations, post offices, Amtrak stations, superfund sites, UNESCO sites, and more.
Use the tabs and dropdown menus below to navigate every data point we track for this city.

Full City Profile

People

Population2,809
Density3,601/mi²

Economy

B+
Median Income$78,084

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)
Rain21.5 in/yr
Sunny Days297/yr
Elevation72 ft (22 m)
Population2,809
Population Density3,601 / sq mi
Elevation72 ft (22 m)
Coordinates59.6000°, 16.7000°
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm
Country🇸🇪 Sweden
State / ProvinceVästmanland
Average Temperature43°F (6°C)
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation21.5 inches (546 mm)
Annual Snowfall7.2 inches (18 cm)
Median Household Income$78,084

About Irsta

Irsta is a small town in Sweden (Västmanland) with a population of 2,809. The city sits at an elevation of 72 feet (22 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 43°F (6°C). Temperatures range from 27°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 21.5 inches. The timezone is Europe/Stockholm.

The median household income in Irsta is $78,084, which is 4% above the national average of $75,149. The area has 309 business establishments.

Income: Irsta vs Sweden

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$78,084
4% above Sweden avg

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)309

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Irsta has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. The area gets 297 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 21.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 7.2 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 72 feet.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average43.2°F
20% below Sweden avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days297 days/yr

Geography

Elevation72 ft (22 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²)
Population Density3,601/sq mi
Coordinates59.6000°N, 16.7000°W
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 21.5"
43% below Sweden avg
Snowfall 7.2"
Wettest Month (Jul) 2.83"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.94"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

8 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.9. Most recent: M2.5 on May 12, 2005.

Dec 12, 1990 11 km NW of Irsta, Sweden M3.9 22 km
Apr 11, 1993 2 km NNE of Ludvika, Sweden M3.7 105 km
Apr 5, 1995 9 km N of Åkersberga, Sweden M2.7 91 km
Mar 30, 1995 11 km SSW of Norrtälje, Sweden M2.7 110 km
May 15, 1994 13 km NNW of Ryd, Sweden M2.6 132 km
Apr 3, 1995 14 km NE of Åkersberga, Sweden M2.6 98 km
Apr 5, 1995 6 km NNE of Åkersberga, Sweden M2.5 93 km
May 12, 2005 6 km E of Dalarö, Sweden M2.5 115 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 27°F (-3°C) 1.3 in
February 26°F (-3°C) 0.9 in Coldest, Driest
March 32°F (0°C) 1.2 in
April 40°F (5°C) 1.3 in
May 51°F (11°C) 1.3 in
June 59°F (15°C) 2.2 in
July 63°F (17°C) 2.8 in Warmest, Wettest
August 61°F (16°C) 2.4 in
September 52°F (11°C) 2.2 in
October 44°F (7°C) 1.9 in
November 35°F (2°C) 2.1 in
December 29°F (-2°C) 1.7 in

Irsta has a seasonal temperature swing of 37°F / from 26°F in February to 63°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 21.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (2.8") and February the driest (0.9").

View full weather details →

Schools in Irsta

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
iTell Helicopter
Irstaskolan
View full schools details →

Radio Stations near Irsta

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Sveriges Radio - P4 Västmanland local radio, sveriges radio MP3 128 kbps
Redback Radio eclectic, experimental MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Irsta

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Ängsö slott
Arsenalen
Axel Oxenstierna
Bergströmska gården
Ebelingmuseet
Eskilstuna konstmuseum
Eskilstuna stadsmuseum
MC Collection
Munktellmuseet
Naturum
Rademachersmedjorna
Sörmlandsgården
Västerås Flygmuseum
Västerås historiska skeppsmuseum
Västerås Konstmuseum
Västerås Slott

Libraries in Irsta

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bäckbybiblioteket0.0
Skiljebo bibliotek0.0
Stadsbiblioteket0.0
Torshälla bibliotek0.0
Västerås stadsbibliotek0.0

Farmers Markets in Irsta

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Bondtorget
Östra torget

Hotels in Irsta

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hässlö Hotell

Restaurants in Irsta

3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hässlö Werdshus
Irsta Pizzeria
Restaurang Frö´s

Cafes in Irsta

2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cafe Anund
Gäddeholms Café

Gas Stations in Irsta

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Circle K

Golf Courses in Irsta

3 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Frösåker golfklubb
Hälla Golf
Hässlö Golf

Stadiums & Teams in Irsta

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Irsta

4 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Spökbacken 0.0 $0
Skidbacke Karlbergsskogen 0.0 $0
Skattmansöbacken 0.0 $0
Lapphällarna 0.0 $0

Airports Near Irsta

15 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Stockholm Västerås AirportVSTLarge Airport
Eskilstuna AirportEKTMedium Airport
Avesta AirfieldSmall Airport
Ekeby AirfieldSmall Airport
Gryttjom AirfieldSmall Airport
Hedemora FlygfältSmall Airport
Hellby Säteri Private AirstripSmall Airport
Johannisberg AirfieldSmall Airport
Katrineholm AirfieldSmall Airport
Köping/Gålby AirfieldSmall Airport
Långtora AirfieldSmall Airport
NorbergSmall Airport
Nyby Private AirstripSmall Airport
Sala flygfältSmall Airport
Vängsö AirfieldSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Irsta

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Irsta kyrka
Kärrbo kyrka
Kärrbo Kyrka
Kungsåra 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

Download Full City Report

Get a comprehensive, print-ready PDF with all data for Irsta.

Get Report

Frequently Asked Questions About Irsta

What is the population of Irsta?

Irsta has a population of 2,809 residents and is located in Sweden. The population density is 3,601 people per square mile, spread across 0.8 square miles.

Is Irsta expensive to live in?

The median household income is $78,084, 4% above the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in Irsta?

Irsta has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 27°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 297 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 21.5 inches, with 7.2 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Irsta?

There are 309 business establishments in the area.

Nearby Cities

Compare Irsta with another city: