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Järvsö, Sweden

Gävleborg · Sweden

Järvsö is a small town in Gävleborg, Sweden with a population of 1,557. Elevation: 364 ft (111 m). Average temperature: 39°F (4°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.2 /5.0
B Good
1,557 Population 900/sq mi density
364 ft Elevation 111 meters
39°F Avg Temperature 4°C
23.7 in Annual Rain
Europe / Stockholm Timezone
$49,356 Median Income
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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 Järvsö

Järvsö

Järvsö, locally known as Jarse, is a locality and a parish situated in Ljusdal Municipality, Gävleborg County, Sweden with 1,407 inhabitants in 2010. From Järvsö, people commute to Ljusdal, Färila, Bollnäs, and Gävle. The Järv part of the town name in Swedish means "wolverine" in English.

People

Population1,557
Density900/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$49,356

Climate

Avg Temp39°F (4°C)
Rain23.7 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation364 ft (111 m)
Population1,557
Population Density900 / sq mi
Elevation364 ft (111 m)
Coordinates61.7167°, 16.1667°
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm
Country🇸🇪 Sweden
State / ProvinceGävleborg
Average Temperature39°F (4°C)
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation23.7 inches (602 mm)
Annual Snowfall7.4 inches (19 cm)
Median Household Income$49,356

About Järvsö

Järvsö is a small town in Sweden (Gävleborg) with a population of 1,557. The city sits at an elevation of 364 feet (111 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 39°F (4°C). Temperatures range from 19°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 23.7 inches. The timezone is Europe/Stockholm.

The median household income in Järvsö is $49,356, which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 171 business establishments.

Income: Järvsö vs Sweden

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Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)171

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Järvsö has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 60°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 23.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 7.4 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 364 feet.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-7°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average38.5°F
29% below Sweden avg
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Geography

Elevation364 ft (111 m)
Area1.7 sq mi (4.5 km²)
Population Density900/sq mi
Coordinates61.7167°N, 16.1667°W
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 23.7"
38% below Sweden avg
Snowfall 7.4"
Wettest Month (Jul) 3.39"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.98"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

3 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.4. Most recent: M3.2 on May 13, 2005.

Dec 15, 1991 9 km SE of Njurundabommen, Sweden M3.4 89 km
May 13, 2005 8 km SE of Söråker, Sweden M3.2 113 km
Mar 30, 1990 30 km NNW of Bergeforsen, Sweden M2.9 128 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 19°F (-7°C) 1.4 in Coldest
February 20°F (-7°C) 1.0 in Driest
March 29°F (-2°C) 1.2 in
April 36°F (2°C) 1.6 in
May 48°F (9°C) 1.6 in
June 56°F (13°C) 2.4 in
July 60°F (16°C) 3.4 in Warmest, Wettest
August 57°F (14°C) 2.7 in
September 48°F (9°C) 2.6 in
October 39°F (4°C) 2.1 in
November 29°F (-2°C) 2.1 in
December 21°F (-6°C) 1.6 in

Järvsö has a seasonal temperature swing of 41°F / from 19°F in January to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 23.7 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.4") and February the driest (1.0").

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Schools in Järvsö

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Öjeskolan - - - -
Järvsö skola - - - -
Båtbacken friskola - - - -
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Radio Stations near Järvsö

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Järvsö

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Lill-Babs museum
Ljusdalsbygdens museum

Libraries in Järvsö

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Ljusdals Bibliotek0.0

Hotels in Järvsö

8 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Alphus
Bergshotellet
Chinova Mötesgård
Järvsöbaden
JBP hotell
Kramsta Gästgård & Konferens
Top Resort Järvsö
Toppstugorna

Restaurants in Järvsö

8 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bergskrogen
Gårdsrestaurang
Järvsö crêperie
Kick Saloon Number Two
Öje grill & kiosk
Skogshyddan
Torönkrog
Vargladan

Cafes in Järvsö

6 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Anders-Pers Fikabod
Café
Condis
Järvsö gårdsbageri
JärvsöKlämman
Toppstugan Eftertanken

Zoos in Järvsö

2 zoos within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Vildriket
Vildriket

Clinics in Järvsö

1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Järvsö hälsocentral

Train Stations in Järvsö

1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Järvsö

Gas Stations in Järvsö

3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Ingo Järvsö
SE #1070062301
SE #5520584906

Stadiums & Teams in Järvsö

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Ski Resorts Near Järvsö

1 ski resorts within range.

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

Airports Near Järvsö

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Arbrå Airfield-Small Airport
Bollnäs-Small Airport
Edsby Airfield-Small Airport
Ljusdal Airfield-Small Airport
Mohed Airfield-Small Airport
Stöde / Prästbordet flygfält-Small Airport

UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Järvsö

1 UNESCO sites.

SiteCategoryYear
Decorated Farmhouses of HälsinglandCultural2012

Churches & Religious Organizations in Järvsö

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
EFS Järvsö
Järvsö 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

UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Järvsö

Decorated Farmhouses of Hälsingland
Cultural · inscribed 2012
Seven timber houses are listed in this site located in the east of Sweden, representing the zenith of a regional timber building tradition that dates back to the Middle Ages. They reflect the prosperity of independent farmers who in the 19th century used their...

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 Järvsö

What is the population of Järvsö?

Järvsö has a population of 1,557 residents and is located in Sweden. The population density is 900 people per square mile, spread across 1.7 square miles.

Is Järvsö 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 Järvsö?

Järvsö has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 19°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 293 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 23.7 inches, with 7.4 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Järvsö?

There are 171 business establishments in the area.

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