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Ruda, Sweden

Östergötland · Sweden

Ruda is a small town in Östergötland, Sweden with a population of 608. Elevation: 197 ft (60 m). Average temperature: 43°F (6°C).

3.2 /5.0
B Good
608 Population 191/sq mi density
197 ft Elevation 60 meters
43°F Avg Temperature 6°C
23.2 in Annual Rain
Europe / Stockholm Timezone
$50,760 Median Income
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3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$50,760 median income

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People

Population608
Density191/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$50,760

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)
Rain23.2 in/yr
Sunny Days294/yr
Elevation197 ft (60 m)
Population608
Population Density191 / sq mi
Elevation197 ft (60 m)
Coordinates58.6333°, 15.7667°
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm
Country🇸🇪 Sweden
State / ProvinceÖstergötland
Average Temperature43°F (6°C)
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation23.2 inches (588 mm)
Annual Snowfall6.2 inches (16 cm)
Median Household Income$50,760

About Ruda

Ruda is a small town in Sweden (Östergötland) with a population of 608. The city sits at an elevation of 197 feet (60 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 43°F (6°C). Temperatures range from 28°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 23.2 inches. The timezone is Europe/Stockholm.

The median household income in Ruda is $50,760, which is 32% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 67 business establishments.

Income: Ruda vs Sweden

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Income

Median HH Income$50,760
32% below Sweden avg

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)67

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Climate in Ruda

Ruda has an average annual temperature of 7°C (45°F). The hottest month is Jul (17.2°C), the coldest is Jan (-1.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 573 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan -1.7°C / 29°F -4.4° / 1° 32.0
Feb -1.7°C / 29°F -4.7° / 1.3° 29.6
Mar 1.2°C / 34°F -2.7° / 5.2° 26.5
Apr 6°C / 43°F 0.6° / 11.3° 31.5
May 10.8°C / 51°F 5° / 16.5° 46.8
Jun 14.6°C / 58°F 9° / 20.2° 68.5
Jul 17.2°C / 63°F 11.7° / 22.6° 74.6
Aug 16.4°C / 62°F 11.2° / 21.5° 74.4
Sep 12.1°C / 54°F 7.6° / 16.6° 55.2
Oct 7°C / 45°F 3.6° / 10.4° 49.5
Nov 2.7°C / 37°F 0.2° / 5.2° 43.0
Dec -0.4°C / 31°F -3° / 2.2° 40.9
Ruda has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. The area gets 294 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 23.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 6.2 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 197 feet.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average43.3°F
20% below Sweden avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days294 days/yr

Geography

Elevation197 ft (60 m)
Area3.2 sq mi (8.3 km²)
Population Density191/sq mi
Coordinates58.6333°N, 15.7667°W
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 23.2"
39% below Sweden avg
Snowfall 6.2"
Wettest Month (Jul) 2.80"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.18"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

5 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.9. Most recent: M2.8 on Jun 23, 2018.

Dec 12, 1990 11 km NW of Irsta, Sweden M3.9 141 km
Sep 29, 2004 27 km SE of Västervik, Sweden M3.7 135 km
Feb 1, 1995 11 km SSW of Töreboda, Sweden M3.4 101 km
Jun 23, 2018 2 km SW of Götene, Sweden M2.8 134 km
May 15, 1994 13 km NNW of Ryd, Sweden M2.6 46 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 28°F (-2°C) 1.6 in
February 27°F (-3°C) 1.2 in Coldest, Driest
March 33°F (0°C) 1.3 in
April 40°F (4°C) 1.5 in
May 51°F (11°C) 1.4 in
June 58°F (15°C) 2.2 in
July 62°F (17°C) 2.8 in Warmest, Wettest
August 60°F (16°C) 2.4 in
September 52°F (11°C) 2.5 in
October 44°F (7°C) 2.0 in
November 36°F (2°C) 2.2 in
December 30°F (-1°C) 2.1 in

Ruda has a seasonal temperature swing of 35°F / from 27°F in February to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 23.2 inches, with July being the wettest month (2.8") and February the driest (1.2").

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Radio Stations near Ruda

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Sveriges Radion P4 Östergötland local news, local talk MP3 160 kbps
P4 Östergötland MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Ruda

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Bankmuseet
Flygvapenmuseum
Hembygdsmuseum
Målerimuseet
Odalmannens lantbruksmuseum
Östergötlands Järnvägsmuseum
Östergötlands museum
Postmuseet
Skolmuseum
Westmanska Vagnmuseet

Libraries in Ruda

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Berga bibliotek0.0
Bibliotek Agora0.0
Bibliotek Flygvapenmuseum0.0
Finspångs Bibliotek0.0
Johannelunds bibliotek0.0
Lambohovs bibliotek0.0
Linköpings stifts- och landsbibliotek0.0
Ryds bibliotek0.0
Skärblacka Bibliotek0.0
Vallabiblioteket0.0

Stadiums & Teams in Ruda

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Ruda

3 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Yxbacken 0.0 $0
Yxbacken 0.0 $0
Spökbacken 0.0 $0

Airports Near Ruda

8 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Linköping City AirportLPILarge Airport
Malmen Air BaseMedium Airport
Norrköping AirportNRKMedium Airport
Örebro AirportORBMedium Airport
Finspångs flygfältSmall Airport
Katrineholm AirfieldSmall Airport
Motala flygklubbSmall Airport
Sticksjö Private AirstripSmall 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 Ruda

What is the population of Ruda?

Ruda has a population of 608 residents and is located in Sweden. The population density is 191 people per square mile, spread across 3.2 square miles.

Is Ruda expensive to live in?

The median household income is $50,760, 32% below the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in Ruda?

Ruda 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 62°F in July. The area receives 294 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 23.2 inches, with 6.2 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Ruda?

There are 67 business establishments in the area.

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