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Sälen, Sweden

Dalarna · Sweden

Sälen is a small town in Dalarna, Sweden with a population of 769. Elevation: 1,204 ft (367 m). Average temperature: 35°F (2°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
769 Population 785/sq mi density
1,204 ft Elevation 367 meters
35°F Avg Temperature 2°C
33.1 in Annual Rain
Europe / Stockholm Timezone
$78,084 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$78,084 median income

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People

Population769
Density785/mi²

Economy

B+
Median Income$78,084

Climate

Avg Temp35°F (2°C)
Rain33.1 in/yr
Sunny Days276/yr
Elevation1,204 ft (367 m)
Population769
Population Density785 / sq mi
Elevation1,204 ft (367 m)
Coordinates61.1500°, 13.2667°
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm
Country🇸🇪 Sweden
State / ProvinceDalarna
Average Temperature35°F (2°C)
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average56°F (14°C)
Annual Precipitation33.1 inches (841 mm)
Annual Snowfall12.8 inches (33 cm)
Median Household Income$78,084

About Sälen

Sälen is a small town in Sweden (Dalarna) with a population of 769. The city sits at an elevation of 1,204 feet (367 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 35°F (2°C). Temperatures range from 16°F in January to 56°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 33.1 inches. The timezone is Europe/Stockholm.

The median household income in Sälen is $78,084, which is 4% above the national average of $75,149. The area has 85 business establishments.

Income: Sälen vs Sweden

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Income

Median HH Income$78,084
4% above Sweden avg

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)85

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Sälen has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F (2°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 56°F in July. The area gets 276 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 33.1 inches. The area receives 12.8 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,204 feet.

Temperature

16°F Jan (-9°C) 56°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average35.0°F
35% below Sweden avg
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average56°F (14°C)
Sunny Days276 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,204 ft (367 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²)
Population Density785/sq mi
Coordinates61.1500°N, 13.2667°W
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 33.1"
13% below Sweden avg
Snowfall 12.8"
Wettest Month (Jul) 3.70"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.50"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

3 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.4. Most recent: M3.4 on Apr 7, 2004.

Apr 7, 2004 11 km N of Sand, Norway M3.4 120 km
Nov 27, 1993 4 km SW of Sand, Norway M3.1 131 km
Jun 30, 1992 9 km NNW of Elverum, Norway M2.8 97 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 16°F (-9°C) 2.1 in Coldest
February 17°F (-8°C) 1.5 in Driest
March 25°F (-4°C) 1.8 in
April 33°F (0°C) 2.2 in
May 45°F (7°C) 2.6 in
June 53°F (12°C) 3.4 in
July 56°F (14°C) 3.7 in Warmest, Wettest
August 53°F (12°C) 3.5 in
September 44°F (7°C) 3.7 in
October 36°F (2°C) 3.4 in
November 25°F (-4°C) 3.0 in
December 18°F (-8°C) 2.3 in

Sälen has a seasonal temperature swing of 40°F / from 16°F in January to 56°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 33.1 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.7") and February the driest (1.5").

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Schools in Sälen

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Sälens skola - - - -
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Hotels in Sälen

5 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Högfjällshotellet
Med Självhushåll
Olarsgården
SkiStar Lodge Hundfjället
SkiStar Lodge Lindvallen

Restaurants in Sälen

10 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Dalarnas pizzeria & restaurang
Fjällbagarn
Gustav Grill & Bar
Lammet & Grisen
Majken's Sylta
Mea Sushi & Korean food
Sälenstugan Original
SkiStar Lodge Bar
Snögubben
Våffelstugan

Cafes in Sälen

2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Hemfjällsstugan
Storfjällsgraven

Zoos in Sälen

1 zoos within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Sälenfjällens Älgpark

Theme Parks in Sälen

1 theme parks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Valles Värld

Clinics in Sälen

1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Läkarmottagning

Gas Stations in Sälen

5 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Circle K Sälen
CirkleK Sälen
OKQ8 Minipris Sälen
Qstar Sälen
SE #326354803

Gyms in Sälen

1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Friskis & Svettis

Stadiums & Teams in Sälen

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Ski Resorts Near Sälen

9 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Branäs 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Kläppen 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Högfjället 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Lindvallen 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Sälen 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Hundfjället 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Tandådalen 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Stöten i Sälen 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Fulufjellet alpinsenter 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Sälen

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Scandinavian Mountains AirportSCRLarge Airport
Finnskoga/Backa Airfield-Small Airport
Idre AirportIDBSmall Airport
Ljørdalen Flyplass-Small Airport
Skinnlanda Airfield-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Sälen

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Fjällkyrka
Sälens Fjällkyrka
Transtrands kyrka

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Waterfalls
2
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 Sälen

What is the population of Sälen?

Sälen has a population of 769 residents and is located in Sweden. The population density is 785 people per square mile, spread across 1.0 square miles.

Is Sälen expensive to live in?

The median household income is $78,084, 4% above the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in Sälen?

Sälen has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F (2°C). Winter temperatures average 16°F in January, while summers reach an average of 56°F in July. The area receives 276 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 33.1 inches, with 12.8 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Sälen?

There are 85 business establishments in the area.

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