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Munkfors, Sweden

Värmland · Sweden

Munkfors is a small town in Värmland, Sweden with a population of 2,834. Elevation: 318 ft (97 m). Average temperature: 39°F (4°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.4 /5.0
B Good
2,834 Population 1,129/sq mi density
318 ft Elevation 97 meters
39°F Avg Temperature 4°C
28.0 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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About Munkfors

Munkfors

Munkfors is a bimunicipal locality and the seat of Munkfors Municipality in Värmland County, Sweden with 3,054 inhabitants in 2010. It is also partly located in Hagfors Municipality.

People

Population2,834
Density1,129/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$56,808

Climate

Avg Temp39°F (4°C)
Rain28.0 in/yr
Sunny Days285/yr
Elevation318 ft (97 m)
Population2,834
Population Density1,129 / sq mi
Elevation318 ft (97 m)
Coordinates59.8386°, 13.5436°
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm
Country🇸🇪 Sweden
State / ProvinceVärmland
Average Temperature39°F (4°C)
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average60°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation28.0 inches (712 mm)
Annual Snowfall9.7 inches (25 cm)
Median Household Income$56,808

About Munkfors

Munkfors is a small town in Sweden (Värmland) with a population of 2,834. The city sits at an elevation of 318 feet (97 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 28.0 inches. The timezone is Europe/Stockholm.

The median household income in Munkfors is $56,808, which is 24% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 312 business establishments.

Income: Munkfors vs Sweden

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Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)312

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Munkfors 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 285 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 28.0 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 9.7 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 318 feet.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-7°C) 60°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average39.3°F
27% below Sweden avg
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average60°F (15°C)
Sunny Days285 days/yr

Geography

Elevation318 ft (97 m)
Area2.5 sq mi (6.5 km²)
Population Density1,129/sq mi
Coordinates59.8386°N, 13.5436°W
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 28.0"
26% below Sweden avg
Snowfall 9.7"
Wettest Month (Jul) 3.27"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.30"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

10 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.7. Most recent: M2.8 on Jun 23, 2018.

Apr 11, 1993 2 km NNE of Ludvika, Sweden M3.7 99 km
Nov 19, 1994 0 km WNW of Jessheim, Norway M3.5 136 km
Apr 7, 2004 11 km N of Sand, Norway M3.4 135 km
Nov 12, 1993 2 km SE of Åmotfors, Sweden M3.4 65 km
Feb 1, 1995 11 km SSW of Töreboda, Sweden M3.4 138 km
Nov 27, 1993 4 km SW of Sand, Norway M3.1 129 km
Jun 23, 2018 2 km SW of Götene, Sweden M2.8 147 km
Nov 19, 1994 7 km NW of Jessheim, Norway M2.7 142 km
Nov 21, 1994 6 km NNW of Jessheim, Norway M2.7 140 km
May 15, 1994 13 km NNW of Ryd, Sweden M2.6 145 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 - 49 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 19°F (-7°C) 1.8 in Coldest
February 21°F (-6°C) 1.3 in Driest
March 29°F (-2°C) 1.5 in
April 38°F (3°C) 1.8 in
May 49°F (9°C) 1.9 in
June 58°F (14°C) 2.7 in
July 60°F (15°C) 3.3 in Warmest, Wettest
August 57°F (14°C) 3.1 in
September 49°F (10°C) 3.0 in
October 41°F (5°C) 2.7 in
November 30°F (-1°C) 2.9 in
December 22°F (-6°C) 2.1 in

Munkfors has a seasonal temperature swing of 41°F / from 19°F in January to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 28.0 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.3") and February the driest (1.3").

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Schools in Munkfors

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Geijerskolan - - - -
Forsnässkolan - - - -
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Radio Stations near Munkfors

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Sveriges Radio - P4 Värmland local radio, sveriges radio MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Munkfors

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Erlandergården
Kärnåsens hembygdsgård
Laxholmen Kulturhus
Lokstallet
Monica Zetterlund Museet
Railroad museum
Sunnemo Hembygdsgård, Gubbkroken

Libraries in Munkfors

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Älvsbacka bibliotek0.0
Deje bibliotek0.0
Hagfors bibliotek0.0
Munkfors bibliotek0.0

Restaurants in Munkfors

6 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

37:an Restaurang & Pizzeria
Majas Gatukök
Munkfors Steakhouse & Pizzeria
På Enns
Pizzeria Torino
Restaurang Mäster Fälling

Cafes in Munkfors

3 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Fröken Ruths Café
Söt och Flitig
Stensdalens GlassCafé

Clinics in Munkfors

1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Vårdcentralen Munkfors

Dentists in Munkfors

1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Folktandvården

Bus Stations in Munkfors

1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Munkfors Busstationen

Gas Stations in Munkfors

3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Ingo
Oberoende (eller Coop)
OKQ8

Gyms in Munkfors

1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Munkfors Training Center

Stadiums & Teams in Munkfors

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Ski Resorts Near Munkfors

1 ski resorts within range.

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

Airports Near Munkfors

8 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Karlstad AirportKSDMedium Airport
Torsby AirportTYFMedium Airport
Brattforshede Airfield-Small Airport
Ekshärad Airfield-Small Airport
Finnskoga/Backa Airfield-Small Airport
Hagfors AirportHFSSmall Airport
Munkfors Airfield-Small Airport
Sunne Airfield-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Munkfors

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Munkfors kyrka
Ransäters kyrka

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Waterfalls
1
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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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 Munkfors

What is the population of Munkfors?

Munkfors has a population of 2,834 residents and is located in Sweden. The population density is 1,129 people per square mile, spread across 2.5 square miles.

Is Munkfors 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 Munkfors?

Munkfors 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 285 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 28.0 inches, with 9.7 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Munkfors?

There are 312 business establishments in the area.

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