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Karlstad, Sweden
Värmland · Sweden
Karlstad is a mid-size city in Värmland, Sweden with a population of 61,492. Elevation: 190 ft (58 m). Average temperature: 43°F (6°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Economy
BClimate
| Population | 61,492 |
| Population Density | 51 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 190 ft (58 m) |
| Coordinates | 59.3793°, 13.5036° |
| Timezone | Europe/Stockholm |
| Country | 🇸🇪 Sweden |
| State / Province | Värmland |
| Average Temperature | 43°F (6°C) |
| January Average | 25°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 26.3 inches (667 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 9.8 inches (25 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $56,808 |
About Karlstad
Karlstad is a mid-size city in Sweden (Värmland) with a population of 61,492. The city sits at an elevation of 190 feet (58 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 43°F (6°C). Temperatures range from 25°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 26.3 inches. The timezone is Europe/Stockholm.
Income: Karlstad vs Sweden
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Income
| Median HH Income | $56,808 |
| 24% below Sweden avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Establishments (County) | 6,764 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Climate in Karlstad
Karlstad has an average annual temperature of 6.9°C (44°F). The hottest month is Jul (17.2°C), the coldest is Jan (-1.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 683 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 42.6°F |
| 21% below Sweden avg | |
| January Average | 25°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 288 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 190 ft (58 m) |
| Area | 1,213.9 sq mi (3,144.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 51/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 59.3793°N, 13.5036°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Stockholm |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
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 | - | 2 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 25°F (-4°C) | 1.8 in | |
| February | 25°F (-4°C) | 1.3 in | Coldest, Driest |
| March | 32°F (-0°C) | 1.7 in | |
| April | 40°F (4°C) | 1.7 in | |
| May | 51°F (11°C) | 1.7 in | |
| June | 59°F (15°C) | 2.4 in | |
| July | 62°F (17°C) | 2.6 in | Warmest |
| August | 60°F (15°C) | 2.8 in | Wettest |
| September | 52°F (11°C) | 2.8 in | |
| October | 44°F (6°C) | 2.7 in | |
| November | 35°F (1°C) | 2.8 in | |
| December | 28°F (-2°C) | 2.2 in |
Karlstad has a seasonal temperature swing of 37°F / from 25°F in February to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 26.3 inches, with August being the wettest month (2.8") and February the driest (1.3").
Colleges & Universities in Karlstad
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Forshaga Yrkeshögskola | College | - | Visit → |
| Karlstads universitet | University | - | , |
| Kau City | University | - | , |
Schools in Karlstad
27 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Internationella engelska skolan | - | - | - | - |
| Karlstads Globala Gymnasium | - | - | - | - |
| Montessorifriskolan Stellatus | - | - | - | - |
| Thoren Framtid Karlstad | - | - | - | - |
| Herrhagsskolan | - | - | - | - |
| Kvarnbergsskolan | - | - | - | - |
| Västerstrandsskolan | - | - | - | - |
| Klara Teoretiska Gymnasium Karlstad | - | - | - | - |
| Mariebergsskolan | - | - | - | - |
| Norrstrandsskolan | - | - | - | - |
| Hagaborgsskolan | - | - | - | - |
| Sundsta-Älvkullegymnasiet | - | - | - | - |
| Sundsta-Älvkullegymnasiet | - | - | - | - |
| Tingvallagymnasiet | - | - | - | - |
| NTI Gymnasiet Karlstad | - | - | - | - |
| Orrholmsskolan | - | - | - | - |
| Intresseskolan | - | - | - | - |
| Herrhagsskolan | - | - | - | - |
| Drottning Blankas Gymnasieskola | - | - | - | - |
| Thoren Business School Karlstad | - | - | - | - |
| Realgymnasiet Karlstad | - | - | - | - |
| Praktiska Karlstad | - | - | - | - |
| Nordic Internation School Karlstad | - | - | - | - |
| Molkoms folkhögskola, filial Karlstad | - | - | - | - |
| Folkuniversitetet | - | - | - | - |
| Karlstad Fria Läroverk | - | - | - | - |
| Lernia | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Karlstad
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sveriges Radio - P4 Värmland | local radio, sveriges radio | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Karlstad
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brigadmuseum | ||||
| Dyvelstens Flottningsmuseum | ||||
| Forshaga Hembygdförening | ||||
| Galleriet | ||||
| Gammelgården | ||||
| Gammelstugan | ||||
| Grava Hembygdsgård | ||||
| Grossbolsmagasinet | ||||
| Hammarö Skärgårdsmuseum | ||||
| Handelsbodsmuseet | ||||
| Klarälvsrummet | ||||
| Loftboden | ||||
| Lokstallet | ||||
| Myrastugan | ||||
| Runnevåls skolmuseum | ||||
| Sandgrund Lars Lerin | ||||
| Skolmuseet | ||||
| Stenåldersbåten | ||||
| Värmlands museum |
Libraries in Karlstad
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteket | 0.0 | |||||
| Deje bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Forshaga bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Karlstad Sjukhusbibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Karlstads stadsbibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Karlstads universitetsbibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Kils bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Kronoparkens bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Skåre Bibliotek | 0.0 | |||||
| Skattkärrs bibliotek | 0.0 |
Hotels in Karlstad
14 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Karlstad
107 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Karlstad
15 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Karlstad
2 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Karlstad
5 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Zoos in Karlstad
1 zoos within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Karlstad
6 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Karlstad
9 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Karlstad
1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Karlstad
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Karlstad
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Karlstad
12 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Karlstad
5 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Karlstad
4 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Karlstad
11 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Karlstad
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Karlstad
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Good Guys Brew |
Stadiums & Teams in Karlstad
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Karlstad
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Karlstad Airport | KSD | Medium Airport |
| Brattforshede Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Hagfors Airport | HFS | Small Airport |
| Munkfors Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Säffle Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Sunne Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Karlstad
3 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Postens Företagscenter, Karlstad Väst | |
| PostNord Företagscenter | |
| PostNord Logistics |
Treatment Centers in Karlstad
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Barn- och ungdomshabilitering |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Karlstad
9 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Jesu Kristi Kyrka av Sista Dagars Heliga | |
| Karlstads domkyrka | |
| Katolska kyrkan | |
| Korskyrkan | |
| Pingstkyrkan | |
| Sjukhuskyrkan | |
| Tingvallakyrkan | |
| Västerstrands kyrka | |
| Vikenkyrkan |
Quick Facts
Things to See Near Karlstad
23 places within 15 km
- • Dye Domarring
- • L2007:6060 Röse
- • Sankt Olofs gryta
- • Getingberget
- • Kroppkärrsbadet
- • Carlstad Art Gallery
- • Konst i Karlstad
- • Länshemslöjden I Värmland
- • Drottninggrundet
- • Skoghalls Fyr
- • Bergås
- • Djupdalsberget
- • Galtryggen
- • Hösserudsåsen
- • Järpetaberget
- + 6 more
- • Marieberg
- • Sättersbråten
🇸🇪 About Sweden
Public Holidays in Sweden
16 public holidays this year
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Karlstad
What is the population of Karlstad?
Karlstad has a population of 61,492 residents and is located in Sweden. The population density is 51 people per square mile, spread across 1,213.9 square miles.
Is Karlstad expensive to live in?
The median household income is $56,808, 24% below the national average of $75,149.
What is the weather like in Karlstad?
Karlstad has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 25°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 288 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 26.3 inches, with 9.8 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Karlstad?
There are 6,764 business establishments in the area.