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Mellerud, Sweden

Västra Götaland · Sweden

Mellerud is a small town in Västra Götaland, Sweden with a population of 3,797. Elevation: 210 ft (64 m). Average temperature: 43°F (6°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.4 /5.0
B Good
3,797 Population 2,990/sq mi density
210 ft Elevation 64 meters
43°F Avg Temperature 6°C
29.1 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
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Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$56,808 median income

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About Mellerud

Mellerud

Mellerud is a locality and the seat of Mellerud Municipality, Västra Götaland County, Sweden. It had 9,052 inhabitants in 2024.

People

Population3,797
Density2,990/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$56,808

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)
Rain29.1 in/yr
Sunny Days283/yr
Elevation210 ft (64 m)
Population3,797
Population Density2,990 / sq mi
Elevation210 ft (64 m)
Coordinates58.6998°, 12.4531°
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm
Country🇸🇪 Sweden
State / ProvinceVästra Götaland
Average Temperature43°F (6°C)
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation29.1 inches (739 mm)
Annual Snowfall8.3 inches (21 cm)
Median Household Income$56,808

About Mellerud

Mellerud is a small town in Sweden (Västra Götaland) with a population of 3,797. The city sits at an elevation of 210 feet (64 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 29.1 inches. The timezone is Europe/Stockholm.

The median household income in Mellerud is $56,808, which is 24% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 418 business establishments.

Income: Mellerud vs Sweden

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Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)418

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Mellerud 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 283 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 29.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 8.3 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 210 feet.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average43.2°F
20% below Sweden avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days283 days/yr

Geography

Elevation210 ft (64 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.3 km²)
Population Density2,990/sq mi
Coordinates58.6998°N, 12.4531°W
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 29.1"
23% below Sweden avg
Snowfall 8.3"
Wettest Month (Sep) 3.35"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.65"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

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

Feb 19, 1992 5 km SE of Fredrikstad, Norway M3.8 99 km
May 24, 1990 10 km W of Västra Hagen, Sweden M3.6 146 km
Nov 29, 2000 9 km E of Strömstad, Sweden M3.4 70 km
Jul 29, 2015 4 km NE of Nolvik, Sweden M3.4 105 km
Nov 12, 1993 2 km SE of Åmotfors, Sweden M3.4 117 km
Feb 1, 1995 11 km SSW of Töreboda, Sweden M3.4 91 km
May 10, 1994 24 km SW of Ellös, Sweden M3.2 105 km
Sep 28, 1993 44 km WSW of Grebbestad, Sweden M2.9 112 km
Apr 22, 1993 13 km W of Skärhamn, Sweden M2.8 103 km
Jun 23, 2018 2 km SW of Götene, Sweden M2.8 62 km
Aug 15, 1991 7 km ESE of Stavern, Norway M2.7 136 km
Feb 1, 1991 5 km SSE of Melsomvik, Norway M2.6 131 km
Aug 29, 1991 43 km W of Smögen, Sweden M2.6 119 km
May 15, 1994 13 km NNW of Ryd, Sweden M2.6 149 km
May 23, 1990 50 km WNW of Smögen, Sweden M2.5 118 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tsunami History

2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 6.0 m (20 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1966 EASTERN NORWAY Meteorological 6.0 m - 144 km
1969 NORSALV RIVER Meteorological 5.0 m - 98 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 28°F (-2°C) 2.3 in
February 27°F (-3°C) 1.7 in Coldest, Driest
March 33°F (0°C) 1.8 in
April 40°F (5°C) 1.7 in
May 51°F (10°C) 1.8 in
June 57°F (14°C) 2.6 in
July 61°F (16°C) 2.4 in Warmest
August 59°F (15°C) 2.6 in
September 52°F (11°C) 3.4 in Wettest
October 44°F (7°C) 3.3 in
November 36°F (2°C) 3.2 in
December 31°F (-1°C) 2.6 in

Mellerud has a seasonal temperature swing of 34°F / from 27°F in February to 61°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 29.1 inches, with September being the wettest month (3.4") and February the driest (1.7").

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Radio Stations near Mellerud

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
93.9 Lite FM (US) - AAC

Museums in Mellerud

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Dalsland Canal Museum
Dalsland Konstmuseum
Gamla Magasinet
Kanalmuseum Håverud
Kroppefjälls Hembygdsförening
Melleruds Museum & Släktforskningsarkiv
Nordiska Tomtemuseet
Tomtemuseum

Libraries in Mellerud

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Brålanda Bibliotek0.0
Dals Långeds folkbibliotek0.0
Steneby bibliotek0.0

Hotels in Mellerud

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Wärdshuset på Dal

Restaurants in Mellerud

9 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

45
Country Thyme
Kanya's cafe och resturang
pizza
Pizzeria Amigo
Restaurang Rundellen
Restaurant Börsen
Sunnanå Restaurang
Vita Sannar

Cafes in Mellerud

3 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Cafeteria
Mellerud Station
Nya Konditoriet

Clinics in Mellerud

3 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Närhälsan Mellerud barnavårdscentral
Närhälsan Mellerud rehabmottagning
Närhälsan Mellerud vårdcentral

Train Stations in Mellerud

1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Mellerud

Gas Stations in Mellerud

4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Preem
Qstar Mellerud
St1
Tanka

Banks in Mellerud

2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Dalslands Sparbank
Handelsbanken

Shopping Malls in Mellerud

1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Melleruds Handel

Golf Courses in Mellerud

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Melleruds Golfklubb

Airports Near Mellerud

11 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Råda Air Base-Medium Airport
Såtenäs Air Base-Medium Airport
Trollhättan-Vänersborg AirportTHNMedium Airport
Backamo Airfield-Small Airport
Esgrene Field-Small Airport
Herrljunga Airfield-Small Airport
Kattleberg Airfield-Small Airport
Lidköping-Hovby AirportLDKSmall Airport
Rörkärr Airfield-Small Airport
Säffle Airfield-Small Airport
Vårgårda Airfield-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Mellerud

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Grinstad kyrka
Holms kyrka
Järns kyrka
Missionskyrkan

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 Mellerud

What is the population of Mellerud?

Mellerud has a population of 3,797 residents and is located in Sweden. The population density is 2,990 people per square mile, spread across 1.3 square miles.

Is Mellerud 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 Mellerud?

Mellerud 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 283 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 29.1 inches, with 8.3 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Mellerud?

There are 418 business establishments in the area.

Nearby Cities

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