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Kvänum, Sweden

Västra Götaland · Sweden

Kvänum is a small town in Västra Götaland, Sweden with a population of 1,278. Elevation: 266 ft (81 m). Average temperature: 43°F (6°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.4 /5.0
B Good
1,278 Population 1,879/sq mi density
266 ft Elevation 81 meters
43°F Avg Temperature 6°C
24.3 in Annual Rain
Europe / Stockholm Timezone
$56,808 Median Income
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$56,808 median income

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People

Population1,278
Density1,879/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$56,808

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)
Rain24.3 in/yr
Sunny Days292/yr
Elevation266 ft (81 m)
Population1,278
Population Density1,879 / sq mi
Elevation266 ft (81 m)
Coordinates58.3000°, 13.1833°
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm
Country🇸🇪 Sweden
State / ProvinceVästra Götaland
Average Temperature43°F (6°C)
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation24.3 inches (616 mm)
Annual Snowfall6.1 inches (16 cm)
Median Household Income$56,808

About Kvänum

Kvänum is a small town in Sweden (Västra Götaland) with a population of 1,278. The city sits at an elevation of 266 feet (81 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 43°F (6°C). Temperatures range from 28°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 24.3 inches. The timezone is Europe/Stockholm.

The median household income in Kvänum is $56,808, which is 24% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 141 business establishments.

Income: Kvänum vs Sweden

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Income

Median HH Income$56,808
24% below Sweden avg

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)141

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Kvänum has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. The area gets 292 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 24.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 6.1 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 266 feet.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average43.3°F
20% below Sweden avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days292 days/yr

Geography

Elevation266 ft (81 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.8 km²)
Population Density1,879/sq mi
Coordinates58.3000°N, 13.1833°W
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 24.3"
36% below Sweden avg
Snowfall 6.1"
Wettest Month (Sep) 2.80"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.14"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

8 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.6. Most recent: M2.8 on Jun 23, 2018.

May 24, 1990 10 km W of Västra Hagen, Sweden M3.6 128 km
Nov 29, 2000 9 km E of Strömstad, Sweden M3.4 129 km
Jul 29, 2015 4 km NE of Nolvik, Sweden M3.4 94 km
Feb 1, 1995 11 km SSW of Töreboda, Sweden M3.4 61 km
May 10, 1994 24 km SW of Ellös, Sweden M3.2 123 km
Apr 22, 1993 13 km W of Skärhamn, Sweden M2.8 114 km
Jun 23, 2018 2 km SW of Götene, Sweden M2.8 29 km
May 15, 1994 13 km NNW of Ryd, Sweden M2.6 120 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 - 124 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 28°F (-2°C) 1.7 in
February 28°F (-3°C) 1.1 in Coldest, Driest
March 33°F (1°C) 1.3 in
April 41°F (5°C) 1.5 in
May 51°F (11°C) 1.7 in
June 58°F (14°C) 2.4 in
July 61°F (16°C) 2.6 in Warmest
August 59°F (15°C) 2.5 in
September 51°F (11°C) 2.8 in Wettest
October 44°F (7°C) 2.4 in
November 36°F (2°C) 2.2 in
December 31°F (-1°C) 2.0 in

Kvänum has a seasonal temperature swing of 33°F / from 28°F in February to 61°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 24.3 inches, with September being the wettest month (2.8") and February the driest (1.1").

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Schools in Kvänum

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Salebyskolan - - - -
Nästegårdsskolan - - - -
Jungs friskola - - - -
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Radio Stations near Kvänum

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radio Treby - MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Kvänum

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Alfs motormuseum
Bastöna gammelgård
Humlaledet hembygdsgård
Idrottsmuseum
Kålles Rekord-Magasin
Örslösa hembygdsmuseum
Rörstrand Museum
Sigrid Storråda
Vänermuseet

Libraries in Kvänum

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Floby bibliotek0.0
Herrljunga bibliotek0.0
Lidköpings stadsbibliotek0.0
Vara folkbibliotek0.0

Hotels in Kvänum

2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bjertorp Slott
Lumber & Karle

Restaurants in Kvänum

1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Haralds

Dentists in Kvänum

1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Kvänums Familjetandvård

Gas Stations in Kvänum

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Preem
Preem

Golf Courses in Kvänum

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Vara-Bjertorp Golfklubb

Airports Near Kvänum

11 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Råda Air Base-Medium Airport
Såtenäs Air Base-Medium Airport
Ålleberg Airfield-Small Airport
Borås Airfield-Small Airport
Brännebrona Airfield-Small Airport
Falköping Airfield-Small Airport
Herrljunga Airfield-Small Airport
Lidköping-Hovby AirportLDKSmall Airport
Rödene Airfield-Small Airport
Timmele Airfield-Small Airport
Vårgårda Airfield-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Kvänum

7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Edsvära kyrka
Fyrunga kyrka
Jungs kyrka
Kvänums kyrka
Norra Vånga kyrka
Öttums kyrka
Saleby 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 Kvänum

What is the population of Kvänum?

Kvänum has a population of 1,278 residents and is located in Sweden. The population density is 1,879 people per square mile, spread across 0.7 square miles.

Is Kvänum 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 Kvänum?

Kvänum has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 28°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 292 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 24.3 inches, with 6.1 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Kvänum?

There are 141 business establishments in the area.

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