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Markaryd, Sweden

Kronoberg · Sweden

Markaryd is a small town in Kronoberg, Sweden with a population of 4,664. Elevation: 358 ft (109 m). Average temperature: 44°F (7°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.2 /5.0
B Good
4,664 Population 1,631/sq mi density
358 ft Elevation 109 meters
44°F Avg Temperature 7°C
36.5 in Annual Rain
Europe / Stockholm Timezone
$47,628 Median Income
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Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$47,628 median income

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About Markaryd

Markaryd

Markaryd is a locality and the seat of Markaryd Municipality, Kronoberg County, Sweden with 3,966 inhabitants in 2010.

People

Population4,664
Density1,631/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$47,628

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (7°C)
Rain36.5 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation358 ft (109 m)
Population4,664
Population Density1,631 / sq mi
Elevation358 ft (109 m)
Coordinates56.4614°, 13.5964°
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm
Country🇸🇪 Sweden
State / ProvinceKronoberg
Average Temperature44°F (7°C)
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation36.5 inches (928 mm)
Annual Snowfall12.1 inches (31 cm)
Median Household Income$47,628

About Markaryd

Markaryd is a small town in Sweden (Kronoberg) with a population of 4,664. The city sits at an elevation of 358 feet (109 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 44°F (7°C). Temperatures range from 29°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 36.5 inches. The timezone is Europe/Stockholm.

The median household income in Markaryd is $47,628, which is 37% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 513 business establishments.

Income: Markaryd vs Sweden

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Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)513

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Markaryd has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. The area gets 270 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 36.5 inches. The area receives 12.1 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 358 feet.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average43.9°F
19% below Sweden avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Geography

Elevation358 ft (109 m)
Area286.1 sq mi (741.0 km²)
Population Density1,631/sq mi
Coordinates56.4614°N, 13.5964°W
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 36.5"
4% below Sweden avg
Snowfall 12.1"
Wettest Month (Dec) 3.82"
Driest Month (May) 1.97"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

8 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 96 km
Oct 4, 1995 20 km WSW of Steninge, Sweden M3.9 83 km
Feb 3, 2005 29 km NNW of Nykøbing Sjælland, Denmark M3.0 136 km
Mar 10, 2004 Denmark M2.8 134 km
Feb 1, 2005 32 km SE of Grenaa, Denmark M2.7 146 km
Aug 29, 1993 26 km SW of Glommen, Sweden M2.7 102 km
Dec 7, 1993 11 km N of Gilleleje, Denmark M2.7 85 km
Feb 23, 2004 2 km W of Køge, Denmark M2.5 144 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 29°F (-2°C) 3.2 in
February 29°F (-2°C) 2.3 in Coldest
March 34°F (1°C) 2.7 in
April 41°F (5°C) 2.1 in
May 51°F (11°C) 2.0 in Driest
June 57°F (14°C) 3.0 in
July 60°F (16°C) 3.5 in Warmest
August 59°F (15°C) 3.0 in
September 52°F (11°C) 3.6 in
October 45°F (7°C) 3.5 in
November 37°F (3°C) 3.6 in
December 32°F (-0°C) 3.8 in Wettest

Markaryd has a seasonal temperature swing of 31°F / from 29°F in February to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 36.5 inches, with December being the wettest month (3.8") and May the driest (2.0").

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Schools in Markaryd

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Markaryds skola - - - -
Hagaskolan - - - -
Höjdenskolan - - - -
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Museums in Markaryd

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Bjärnums museum och hembygdsgård
Bruksmuseum

Libraries in Markaryd

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bjärnums bibliotek0.0

Hotels in Markaryd

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Stora Hotellet Markaryd

Restaurants in Markaryd

4 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Asia Corner Restaurant
Perrongen
Rasta Markaryd
Restaurant Thaipalatset

Cafes in Markaryd

1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Restaurang

Cinemas in Markaryd

1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Markaryds Biograf

Zoos in Markaryd

1 zoos within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Smålandet Älgsafari

Clinics in Markaryd

1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Vårdcentralen Markaryd

Train Stations in Markaryd

1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Markaryd

Bus Stations in Markaryd

1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Markaryds järnvägsstation

Gas Stations in Markaryd

4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Preem
SE #746741766
Småländska bränslen CNG
Tanka-Markaryd

Banks in Markaryd

1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Markaryds Sparbank

Breweries in Markaryd

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Traryds Bryggeri AB

Ski Resorts Near Markaryd

1 ski resorts within range.

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

Airports Near Markaryd

14 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Ängelholm-Helsingborg AirportAGHMedium Airport
Kristianstad AirportKIDMedium Airport
Ljungbyhed Airfield-Medium Airport
Ekeryd - Ekelanda private airstrip-Small Airport
Eslöv Airfield-Small Airport
Fagerhult Airfield-Small Airport
Feringe Airfield-Small Airport
Hässleholm Bokeberg Airfield-Small Airport
Kågeröd Simmelsberga Airfield-Small Airport
Kvarnhem Flygfält-Small Airport
Lagan Private Airstrip-Small Airport
Landskrona Enoch Thulins Airfield-Small Airport
Möckeln Airfield-Small Airport
Smålandsstenar Smålanda Airfield-Small Airport

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 Markaryd

What is the population of Markaryd?

Markaryd has a population of 4,664 residents and is located in Sweden. The population density is 1,631 people per square mile, spread across 286.1 square miles.

Is Markaryd 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 Markaryd?

Markaryd has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 29°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 270 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 36.5 inches, with 12.1 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Markaryd?

There are 513 business establishments in the area.

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