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Säffle, Sweden

Värmland · Sweden

Säffle is a small city in Värmland, Sweden with a population of 9,150. Elevation: 197 ft (60 m). Average temperature: 43°F (6°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.4 /5.0
B Good
9,150 Population 2,886/sq mi density
197 ft Elevation 60 meters
43°F Avg Temperature 6°C
27.6 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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Full City Profile

People

Population9,150
Density2,886/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$56,808

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)
Rain27.6 in/yr
Sunny Days286/yr
Elevation197 ft (60 m)
Population9,150
Population Density2,886 / sq mi
Elevation197 ft (60 m)
Coordinates59.1323°, 12.9289°
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm
Country🇸🇪 Sweden
State / ProvinceVärmland
Average Temperature43°F (6°C)
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average62°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation27.6 inches (702 mm)
Annual Snowfall10.5 inches (27 cm)
Median Household Income$56,808

About Säffle

Säffle is a small city in Sweden (Värmland) with a population of 9,150. 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 27°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 27.6 inches. The timezone is Europe/Stockholm.

The median household income in Säffle is $56,808, which is 24% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 1,006 business establishments.

Income: Säffle vs Sweden

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Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)1,006

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Säffle has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. The area gets 286 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 27.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 10.5 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 197 feet.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 62°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average42.9°F
21% below Sweden avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average62°F (16°C)
Sunny Days286 days/yr

Geography

Elevation197 ft (60 m)
Area3.2 sq mi (8.2 km²)
Population Density2,886/sq mi
Coordinates59.1323°N, 12.9289°W
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 27.6"
27% below Sweden avg
Snowfall 10.5"
Wettest Month (Sep) 3.23"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.50"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

8 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 M3.8 110 km
Nov 19, 1994 0 km WNW of Jessheim, Norway M3.5 150 km
Nov 29, 2000 9 km E of Strömstad, Sweden M3.4 94 km
Nov 12, 1993 2 km SE of Åmotfors, Sweden M3.4 75 km
Feb 1, 1995 11 km SSW of Töreboda, Sweden M3.4 84 km
Jun 23, 2018 2 km SW of Götene, Sweden M2.8 75 km
Feb 1, 1991 5 km SSE of Melsomvik, Norway M2.6 147 km
May 15, 1994 13 km NNW of Ryd, Sweden M2.6 127 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 - 140 km
1969 NORSALV RIVER Meteorological 5.0 m - 44 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 27°F (-3°C) 2.0 in
February 26°F (-3°C) 1.5 in Coldest, Driest
March 33°F (0°C) 1.7 in
April 40°F (5°C) 1.7 in
May 51°F (11°C) 1.7 in
June 58°F (15°C) 2.5 in
July 62°F (16°C) 2.4 in Warmest
August 60°F (15°C) 2.7 in
September 52°F (11°C) 3.2 in Wettest
October 44°F (7°C) 3.0 in
November 35°F (2°C) 2.9 in
December 29°F (-2°C) 2.4 in

Säffle has a seasonal temperature swing of 35°F / from 26°F in February to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 27.6 inches, with September being the wettest month (3.2") and February the driest (1.5").

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Schools in Säffle

6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Lugnadalsskolan - - - -
Annelundsskolan - - - -
Höglundaskolan - - - -
Tegnérskolan - - - -
Tingvallaskolan - - - -
Sundsborgsskolan - - - -
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Museums in Säffle

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Åmåls Järnvägsmuseum
Borgvik Bruksmuseum
Hembygdsmuseet
Klensmedjan
Värmlands Vikingacenter
Von Echstedtska Gården

Libraries in Säffle

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Åmåls bibliotek0.0
Grums bibliotek0.0

Hotels in Säffle

2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Krokstad Herrgård
Royal Hotel

Restaurants in Säffle

13 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bella Rosa
Blueberry Sushi
Dilans Grill & Pizzeria
Fyren
Grön Ko
Hejdi Restaurang och Pizza
Nok´s Thai To Go
Nya Galna Tuppen
Pizzeria Montreal
Restaurang Afrodite
Stenmagasinet
Värmlands Bro Grillen
Westra Sjuan

Cafes in Säffle

1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Kanalkafeet

Cinemas in Säffle

1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Sagasalongen

Clinics in Säffle

2 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Säffle Vårdcentral
Svea Vårdcentral

Train Stations in Säffle

2 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Säffle
Värmlands Bro

Bus Stations in Säffle

1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

SE #467759352

Gas Stations in Säffle

7 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Gulf
OKQ8 Säffle
OKQ8 Säffle
Preem
SÅIFA Siv Säffle
St1
Tanka-Säffle

Banks in Säffle

1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Swedbank

Ski Resorts Near Säffle

1 ski resorts within range.

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

Airports Near Säffle

9 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Karlstad AirportKSDMedium Airport
Råda Air Base-Medium Airport
Såtenäs Air Base-Medium Airport
Arvika Airfield-Small Airport
Brännebrona Airfield-Small Airport
Lidköping-Hovby AirportLDKSmall Airport
Munkfors Airfield-Small Airport
Säffle Airfield-Small Airport
Sunne Airfield-Small Airport

Treatment Centers in Säffle

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Närhälsan Åmål rehabmottagning

Churches & Religious Organizations in Säffle

5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Bro kyrka
By kyrka
Huggenäs kyrka
Säffle moskén
Tveta 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 Säffle

What is the population of Säffle?

Säffle has a population of 9,150 residents and is located in Sweden. The population density is 2,886 people per square mile, spread across 3.2 square miles.

Is Säffle 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 Säffle?

Säffle has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 27°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 286 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 27.6 inches, with 10.5 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Säffle?

There are 1,006 business establishments in the area.

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