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Ockelbo, Sweden

Gävleborg · Sweden

Ockelbo is a small town in Gävleborg, Sweden with a population of 2,875. Elevation: 194 ft (59 m). Average temperature: 40°F (5°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.2 /5.0
B Good
2,875 Population 1,606/sq mi density
194 ft Elevation 59 meters
40°F Avg Temperature 5°C
25.3 in Annual Rain
Europe / Stockholm Timezone
$49,356 Median Income
B
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 Ockelbo

Ockelbo

Ockelbo is a locality and the seat of Ockelbo Municipality, Gävleborg County, Sweden with 2,724 inhabitants in 2010.

People

Population2,875
Density1,606/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$49,356

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (5°C)
Rain25.3 in/yr
Sunny Days290/yr
Elevation194 ft (59 m)
Population2,875
Population Density1,606 / sq mi
Elevation194 ft (59 m)
Coordinates60.8912°, 16.7185°
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm
Country🇸🇪 Sweden
State / ProvinceGävleborg
Average Temperature40°F (5°C)
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation25.3 inches (642 mm)
Annual Snowfall8.7 inches (22 cm)
Median Household Income$49,356

About Ockelbo

Ockelbo is a small town in Sweden (Gävleborg) with a population of 2,875. The city sits at an elevation of 194 feet (59 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 40°F (5°C). Temperatures range from 23°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 25.3 inches. The timezone is Europe/Stockholm.

The median household income in Ockelbo is $49,356, which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 316 business establishments.

Income: Ockelbo vs Sweden

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Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)316

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Ockelbo has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (5°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. The area gets 290 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 25.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 8.7 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 194 feet.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average40.4°F
25% below Sweden avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days290 days/yr

Geography

Elevation194 ft (59 m)
Area1.8 sq mi (4.6 km²)
Population Density1,606/sq mi
Coordinates60.8912°N, 16.7185°W
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 25.3"
33% below Sweden avg
Snowfall 8.7"
Wettest Month (Aug) 2.99"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.18"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.9. Most recent: M3.7 on Apr 11, 1993.

Dec 12, 1990 11 km NW of Irsta, Sweden M3.9 123 km
Apr 11, 1993 2 km NNE of Ludvika, Sweden M3.7 116 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 23°F (-5°C) 1.8 in Coldest
February 24°F (-5°C) 1.2 in Driest
March 30°F (-1°C) 1.3 in
April 38°F (3°C) 1.8 in
May 48°F (9°C) 1.5 in
June 57°F (14°C) 2.4 in
July 61°F (16°C) 2.9 in Warmest
August 58°F (14°C) 3.0 in Wettest
September 49°F (10°C) 2.7 in
October 41°F (5°C) 2.3 in
November 32°F (-0°C) 2.4 in
December 25°F (-4°C) 2.0 in

Ockelbo has a seasonal temperature swing of 37°F / from 23°F in January to 61°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 25.3 inches, with August being the wettest month (3.0") and February the driest (1.2").

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Schools in Ockelbo

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Komvux - - - -
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Radio Stations near Ockelbo

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radio Sandviken local radio, music MP3 128 kbps
Sveriges Radio P4 Gävleborg local radio, music MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Ockelbo

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Tallbo – Ecke Hedbergs konstnärshem
Vagnsmuseet
Wij valsverk

Libraries in Ockelbo

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Åshammars Bibliotek0.0
Järbos bibliotek0.0
Ockelbo kommun0.0

Restaurants in Ockelbo

3 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Atalanta Pizzeria Restaurang
Sjöbacken Restaurang
Stiftelsen Wij Trädgårdar

Cafes in Ockelbo

4 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Lina's Bageri & Café
Mattes Bröd i Ockelbo AB
Sveas Kafé
Wij Herrgårdscafé

Cinemas in Ockelbo

1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Rio biografen i Ockelbo

Dentists in Ockelbo

1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Folktandvården

Train Stations in Ockelbo

1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Ockelbo

Gas Stations in Ockelbo

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

OKQ8
Preem - Ockelbo, Hamrångevägen

Ski Resorts Near Ockelbo

1 ski resorts within range.

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

Airports Near Ockelbo

10 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Gävle Sandviken AirportGVXMedium Airport
Söderhamn AirportSOOMedium Airport
Arbrå Airfield-Small Airport
Avesta Airfield-Small Airport
Bollnäs-Small Airport
Gryttjom Airfield-Small Airport
Hedemora Flygfält-Small Airport
Lemstanas Airfield-Small Airport
Mohed Airfield-Small Airport
Tierp Airfield-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Ockelbo

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Ockelbo 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 Ockelbo

What is the population of Ockelbo?

Ockelbo has a population of 2,875 residents and is located in Sweden. The population density is 1,606 people per square mile, spread across 1.8 square miles.

Is Ockelbo 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 Ockelbo?

Ockelbo has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 23°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 290 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 25.3 inches, with 8.7 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Ockelbo?

There are 316 business establishments in the area.

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