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Ljusdal, Sweden

Gävleborg · Sweden

Ljusdal is a small city in Gävleborg, Sweden with a population of 7,259. Elevation: 433 ft (132 m). Average temperature: 39°F (4°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.2 /5.0
B Good
7,259 Population 2,436/sq mi density
433 ft Elevation 132 meters
39°F Avg Temperature 4°C
22.4 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 Ljusdal

Ljusdal

Ljusdal is a locality and the seat of Ljusdal Municipality, Gävleborg County, Sweden with 6,230 inhabitants in 2010.

People

Population7,259
Density2,436/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$49,356

Climate

Avg Temp39°F (4°C)
Rain22.4 in/yr
Sunny Days295/yr
Elevation433 ft (132 m)
Population7,259
Population Density2,436 / sq mi
Elevation433 ft (132 m)
Coordinates61.8288°, 16.0913°
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm
Country🇸🇪 Sweden
State / ProvinceGävleborg
Average Temperature39°F (4°C)
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation22.4 inches (569 mm)
Annual Snowfall6.6 inches (17 cm)
Median Household Income$49,356

About Ljusdal

Ljusdal is a small city in Sweden (Gävleborg) with a population of 7,259. The city sits at an elevation of 433 feet (132 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 22.4 inches. The timezone is Europe/Stockholm.

The median household income in Ljusdal is $49,356, which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 798 business establishments.

Income: Ljusdal vs Sweden

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Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)798

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Ljusdal 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 295 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 22.4 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 6.6 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 433 feet.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-7°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average38.6°F
29% below Sweden avg
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Sunny Days295 days/yr

Geography

Elevation433 ft (132 m)
Area3.0 sq mi (7.7 km²)
Population Density2,436/sq mi
Coordinates61.8288°N, 16.0913°W
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 22.4"
41% below Sweden avg
Snowfall 6.6"
Wettest Month (Jul) 3.39"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.87"

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 85 km
May 13, 2005 8 km SE of Söråker, Sweden M3.2 107 km
Mar 30, 1990 30 km NNW of Bergeforsen, Sweden M2.9 118 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 19°F (-7°C) 1.3 in Coldest
February 20°F (-6°C) 0.9 in Driest
March 29°F (-2°C) 1.1 in
April 36°F (2°C) 1.5 in
May 48°F (9°C) 1.5 in
June 56°F (14°C) 2.4 in
July 60°F (16°C) 3.4 in Warmest, Wettest
August 57°F (14°C) 2.6 in
September 48°F (9°C) 2.4 in
October 40°F (4°C) 1.9 in
November 29°F (-2°C) 1.9 in
December 21°F (-6°C) 1.5 in

Ljusdal has a seasonal temperature swing of 41°F / from 19°F in January to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 22.4 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.4") and February the driest (0.9").

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Schools in Ljusdal

6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Slottegymnasiet - - - -
Stenhamreskolan - - - -
Gärdeåsskolan - - - -
Slottegymnasiet - - - -
Freinetskolan Tallbacken - - - -
Hybo Skola - - - -
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Museums in Ljusdal

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Lill-Babs museum
Ljusdalsbygdens museum

Libraries in Ljusdal

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Ljusdals Bibliotek0.0

Hotels in Ljusdal

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Stadshotellet Ljusdal

Restaurants in Ljusdal

14 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Gamla Stan
Gui Lin
Janus bistro & lounge
Järnvägs
Kick Saloon
La Banca
Ljusdal Sushi
Ljusdals Golfrestaurang
MatStället
Michels Restaurang
Restaurang Hembygdsgården
Restaurang Pärlan
Rio Grande
Vardagsmat

Cafes in Ljusdal

4 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Dressin Café
Hybo kiosken
Konditori Finess
Solhuset Café & Mat

Cinemas in Ljusdal

1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Ljusdals Bio AB

Train Stations in Ljusdal

1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Ljusdal

Gas Stations in Ljusdal

7 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Circle K
OKQ8
Preem
Preem - Ljusdal
Preem - Ljusdal
Qstar
St1

Banks in Ljusdal

2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Handelsbanken
Swedbank

Shopping Malls in Ljusdal

1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Centrumhuset Ljusdal

Gyms in Ljusdal

1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Pace gym

Golf Courses in Ljusdal

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Ljusdals Golfklubb

Stadiums & Teams in Ljusdal

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Ljusdal

1 ski resorts within range.

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

Airports Near Ljusdal

6 airports within the area.

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

Churches & Religious Organizations in Ljusdal

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Baptistförsamling
Ljusdals kyrka
Missionsförsamling
Pingstkyrkan

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 Ljusdal

What is the population of Ljusdal?

Ljusdal has a population of 7,259 residents and is located in Sweden. The population density is 2,436 people per square mile, spread across 3.0 square miles.

Is Ljusdal 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 Ljusdal?

Ljusdal 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 295 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 22.4 inches, with 6.6 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Ljusdal?

There are 798 business establishments in the area.

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