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Lagan, Sweden

Kronoberg · Sweden

Lagan is a small town in Kronoberg, Sweden with a population of 1,550. Elevation: 486 ft (148 m). Average temperature: 43°F (6°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.2 /5.0
B Good
1,550 Population 1,505/sq mi density
486 ft Elevation 148 meters
43°F Avg Temperature 6°C
30.7 in Annual Rain
Europe / Stockholm Timezone
$47,628 Median Income
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$47,628 median income

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About Lagan

Lagan is the second largest locality situated in Ljungby Municipality, Kronoberg County, Sweden, with 1,744 inhabitants in 2010. It is at an altitude of 139 meters (459 feet). It has got its name from the river Lagan, which passes nearby.

People

Population1,550
Density1,505/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$47,628

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)
Rain30.7 in/yr
Sunny Days280/yr
Elevation486 ft (148 m)
Population1,550
Population Density1,505 / sq mi
Elevation486 ft (148 m)
Coordinates56.9167°, 13.9833°
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm
Country🇸🇪 Sweden
State / ProvinceKronoberg
Average Temperature43°F (6°C)
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation30.7 inches (779 mm)
Annual Snowfall9.3 inches (23 cm)
Median Household Income$47,628

About Lagan

Lagan is a small town in Sweden (Kronoberg) with a population of 1,550. The city sits at an elevation of 486 feet (148 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 43°F (6°C). Temperatures range from 28°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 30.7 inches. The timezone is Europe/Stockholm.

The median household income in Lagan is $47,628, which is 37% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 170 business establishments.

Income: Lagan vs Sweden

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Income

Median HH Income$47,628
37% below Sweden avg

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)170

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Lagan has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. The area gets 280 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 30.7 inches. The area receives 9.3 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 486 feet.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average43.1°F
20% below Sweden avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Sunny Days280 days/yr

Geography

Elevation486 ft (148 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.7 km²)
Population Density1,505/sq mi
Coordinates56.9167°N, 13.9833°W
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 30.7"
19% below Sweden avg
Snowfall 9.3"
Wettest Month (Sep) 3.35"
Driest Month (Apr) 1.69"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

5 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.2. Most recent: M4.2 on Aug 6, 2012.

Aug 6, 2012 39 km WSW of Steninge, Sweden M4.2 123 km
Oct 4, 1995 20 km WSW of Steninge, Sweden M3.9 104 km
May 24, 1990 10 km W of Västra Hagen, Sweden M3.6 146 km
Aug 29, 1993 26 km SW of Glommen, Sweden M2.7 120 km
Dec 7, 1993 11 km N of Gilleleje, Denmark M2.7 129 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 28°F (-2°C) 2.6 in Coldest
February 28°F (-2°C) 1.7 in
March 33°F (1°C) 2.0 in
April 41°F (5°C) 1.7 in Driest
May 51°F (10°C) 2.0 in
June 57°F (14°C) 2.7 in
July 60°F (16°C) 3.1 in Warmest
August 59°F (15°C) 2.8 in
September 51°F (11°C) 3.4 in Wettest
October 44°F (7°C) 2.9 in
November 36°F (2°C) 3.0 in
December 30°F (-1°C) 2.9 in

Lagan has a seasonal temperature swing of 32°F / from 28°F in January to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 30.7 inches, with September being the wettest month (3.4") and April the driest (1.7").

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Schools in Lagan

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Åbyskolan - - - -
Vittarydskolan - - - -
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Radio Stations near Lagan

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
SR P4 Kronoberg - MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Lagan

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Åminne bruk
Begravningsmuseet
Cliff Burton Museum
Dannäs hembygdspark
Hembygdspark
Ljungbergmuseet
Ljungby Bibliotek Konsthall
Ljungby Museum
Minivärlden Ljungby
Sagomuseet

Libraries in Lagan

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Ljungby Bibliotek0.0

Farmers Markets in Lagan

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Gamla Torg Marknad

Hotels in Lagan

2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Lagadalen
Toftaholm Herrgård

Restaurants in Lagan

2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Lagadalen
Lagan Golfklubb

Cafes in Lagan

2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Lekland
Sussie´s Café

Zoos in Lagan

1 zoos within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Elkland Laganland

Clinics in Lagan

2 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Barnhälsovården
Vårdcentralen Lagan

Dentists in Lagan

1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Folktandvården

Gas Stations in Lagan

4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Ingo
Qstar
Qstar
QStar Tannåker

Gyms in Lagan

1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Gymmet

Golf Courses in Lagan

2 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Lagan Golf
Pay & Play Lagan GK

Stadiums & Teams in Lagan

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Lagan

1 ski resorts within range.

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

Airports Near Lagan

11 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Växjö Kronoberg AirportVXOMedium Airport
Alvesta Smålanda Airfield-Small Airport
Anderstorp Airfield-Small Airport
Ekeryd - Ekelanda private airstrip-Small Airport
Fagerhult Airfield-Small Airport
Feringe Airfield-Small Airport
Hagshult Air Base-Small Airport
Kronobergshed Airfield-Small Airport
Möckeln Airfield-Small Airport
Ödestugu Glider Field-Small Airport
Smålandsstenar Smålanda Airfield-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Lagan

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Berga kyrka
Dörarps kyrka
Missionskyrkan
Vittaryd 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 Lagan

What is the population of Lagan?

Lagan has a population of 1,550 residents and is located in Sweden. The population density is 1,505 people per square mile, spread across 1.0 square miles.

Is Lagan expensive to live in?

The median household income is $47,628, 37% below the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in Lagan?

Lagan 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 60°F in July. The area receives 280 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 30.7 inches, with 9.3 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Lagan?

There are 170 business establishments in the area.

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