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Järnforsen, Sweden

Kalmar · Sweden

Järnforsen is a small town in Kalmar, Sweden with a population of 510. Elevation: 364 ft (111 m). Average temperature: 43°F (6°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.3 /5.0
B Good
510 Population 927/sq mi density
364 ft Elevation 111 meters
43°F Avg Temperature 6°C
23.9 in Annual Rain
Europe / Stockholm Timezone
$55,080 Median Income
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$55,080 median income

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People

Population510
Density927/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$55,080

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)
Rain23.9 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation364 ft (111 m)
Population510
Population Density927 / sq mi
Elevation364 ft (111 m)
Coordinates57.4167°, 15.6167°
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm
Country🇸🇪 Sweden
State / ProvinceKalmar
Average Temperature43°F (6°C)
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation23.9 inches (607 mm)
Annual Snowfall8.5 inches (22 cm)
Median Household Income$55,080

About Järnforsen

Järnforsen is a small town in Sweden (Kalmar) with a population of 510. The city sits at an elevation of 364 feet (111 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 43°F (6°C). Temperatures range from 27°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 23.9 inches. The timezone is Europe/Stockholm.

The median household income in Järnforsen is $55,080, which is 27% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 56 business establishments.

Income: Järnforsen vs Sweden

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Income

Median HH Income$55,080
27% below Sweden avg

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)56

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Järnforsen has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. The area gets 293 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 23.9 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 8.5 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 364 feet.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average42.9°F
21% below Sweden avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Geography

Elevation364 ft (111 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.4 km²)
Population Density927/sq mi
Coordinates57.4167°N, 15.6167°W
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 23.9"
37% below Sweden avg
Snowfall 8.5"
Wettest Month (Jul) 2.72"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.34"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.7. Most recent: M3.7 on Sep 29, 2004.

Sep 29, 2004 27 km SE of Västervik, Sweden M3.7 87 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 27°F (-3°C) 1.7 in
February 27°F (-3°C) 1.3 in Coldest, Driest
March 33°F (0°C) 1.4 in
April 40°F (4°C) 1.5 in
May 50°F (10°C) 1.7 in
June 57°F (14°C) 2.5 in
July 61°F (16°C) 2.7 in Warmest, Wettest
August 59°F (15°C) 2.4 in
September 51°F (11°C) 2.6 in
October 43°F (6°C) 2.1 in
November 35°F (2°C) 2.1 in
December 30°F (-1°C) 2.1 in

Järnforsen has a seasonal temperature swing of 33°F / from 27°F in February to 61°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 23.9 inches, with July being the wettest month (2.7") and February the driest (1.3").

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Schools in Järnforsen

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Järnforsens skola
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Museums in Järnforsen

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Filmbyn Småland
Hultsfreds hembygdsgård
Julles Verkstad
Möbelindustrimuseet
Museum of Telephony
Näktergalen
Radio Pelles
Skälsbäck skolmuseum
Virserums Konsthall

Libraries in Järnforsen

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Ingatorps bibliotek0.0
Mariannelunds bibliotek0.0

Restaurants in Järnforsen

2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Emåbaren
Kvills taverna

Cafes in Järnforsen

2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Greenhouse Antik Café
Ines Cafe

Gas Stations in Järnforsen

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

SE #1330806300

Ski Resorts Near Järnforsen

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Asbybacken 0.0 $0

Airports Near Järnforsen

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Kalmar AirportKLRMedium Airport
HornlandaSmall Airport
Hultsfred AirportHLFSmall Airport
Ränneslätt AirfieldSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Järnforsen

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Equmeniakyrkan
Järeda kyrka
Sandgren Stilldrink Shrine

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 Järnforsen

What is the population of Järnforsen?

Järnforsen has a population of 510 residents and is located in Sweden. The population density is 927 people per square mile, spread across 0.6 square miles.

Is Järnforsen expensive to live in?

The median household income is $55,080, 27% below the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in Järnforsen?

Järnforsen 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 61°F in July. The area receives 293 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 23.9 inches, with 8.5 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Järnforsen?

There are 56 business establishments in the area.

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