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Sävsjö, Sweden

Jönköping · Sweden

Sävsjö is a small city in Jönköping, Sweden with a population of 5,374. Elevation: 741 ft (226 m). Average temperature: 42°F (5°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.2 /5.0
B Good
5,374 Population 2,889/sq mi density
741 ft Elevation 226 meters
42°F Avg Temperature 5°C
29.6 in Annual Rain
Europe / Stockholm Timezone
$50,760 Median Income
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$50,760 median income

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About Sävsjö

Sävsjö

Sävsjö is a locality and the seat of Sävsjö Municipality, Jönköping County, Sweden with 5,122 inhabitants in 2010.

People

Population5,374
Density2,889/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$50,760

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (5°C)
Rain29.6 in/yr
Sunny Days282/yr
Elevation741 ft (226 m)
Population5,374
Population Density2,889 / sq mi
Elevation741 ft (226 m)
Coordinates57.4033°, 14.6624°
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm
Country🇸🇪 Sweden
State / ProvinceJönköping
Average Temperature42°F (5°C)
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation29.6 inches (751 mm)
Annual Snowfall11.5 inches (29 cm)
Median Household Income$50,760

About Sävsjö

Sävsjö is a small city in Sweden (Jönköping) with a population of 5,374. The city sits at an elevation of 741 feet (226 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 42°F (5°C). Temperatures range from 27°F in January to 59°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 29.6 inches. The timezone is Europe/Stockholm.

The median household income in Sävsjö is $50,760, which is 32% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 591 business establishments.

Income: Sävsjö vs Sweden

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Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)591

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Sävsjö has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. The area gets 282 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 29.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 11.5 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 741 feet.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 59°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average41.8°F
23% below Sweden avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Sunny Days282 days/yr

Geography

Elevation741 ft (226 m)
Area1.9 sq mi (4.8 km²)
Population Density2,889/sq mi
Coordinates57.4033°N, 14.6624°W
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 29.6"
22% below Sweden avg
Snowfall 11.5"
Wettest Month (Sep) 3.23"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.69"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

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

Sep 29, 2004 27 km SE of Västervik, Sweden M3.7 143 km
Feb 1, 1995 11 km SSW of Töreboda, Sweden M3.4 141 km
Jun 23, 2018 2 km SW of Götene, Sweden M2.8 143 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 27°F (-3°C) 2.4 in
February 27°F (-3°C) 1.7 in Coldest, Driest
March 32°F (-0°C) 1.9 in
April 39°F (4°C) 1.7 in
May 50°F (10°C) 2.0 in
June 56°F (13°C) 2.8 in
July 59°F (15°C) 2.9 in Warmest
August 58°F (14°C) 2.7 in
September 50°F (10°C) 3.2 in Wettest
October 43°F (6°C) 2.7 in
November 34°F (1°C) 2.8 in
December 29°F (-2°C) 2.7 in

Sävsjö has a seasonal temperature swing of 33°F / from 27°F in February to 59°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 29.6 inches, with September being the wettest month (3.2") and February the driest (1.7").

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Schools in Sävsjö

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Aleholmsskolan - - - -
Hofgårdsskolan - - - -
Vallsjöskolan - - - -
Sävsjö Kristna Skola - - - -
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Radio Stations near Sävsjö

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
SR P4 Jönköping - MP3 128 kbps
Sveriges Radio P4 Jönköping local radio, music MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Sävsjö

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Bokmärkesmuseet
Eva Spångbergs Björkelund
Gamla Bankgården
Nässjö Järnvägsmuseum

Libraries in Sävsjö

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Sävsjö Stadsbibliotek0.0
Vrigstad Bibliotek0.0

Farmers Markets in Sävsjö

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Marknadsplatsen

Restaurants in Sävsjö

1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bambu Pinnar

Cafes in Sävsjö

2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Kafé Erik
Melins Konditori Eftr.

Cinemas in Sävsjö

1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Kulturhuset Sävsjö Röda Kvarn

Theatres in Sävsjö

1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Femtinge Teater - Teaterlogen

Theme Parks in Sävsjö

1 theme parks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Boda Borg

Clinics in Sävsjö

1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Sävsjö Vårdcentral

Train Stations in Sävsjö

1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Sävsjö

Bus Stations in Sävsjö

1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

SE #605598489

Gas Stations in Sävsjö

4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

CNG Vetlanda
Gulf Sävsjö
OKQ8
Preem

Banks in Sävsjö

2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Handelsbanken
Swedbank

Ski Resorts Near Sävsjö

4 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Hanaslöv Skidanläggning 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Järabacken 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Strutsabacken 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Asbybacken 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Sävsjö

10 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Jönköping AirportJKGMedium Airport
Växjö Kronoberg AirportVXOMedium Airport
Alvesta Smålanda Airfield-Small Airport
Feringe Airfield-Small Airport
Hagshult Air Base-Small Airport
Kronobergshed Airfield-Small Airport
Ödestugu Glider Field-Small Airport
Ragglanda Airfield-Small Airport
Ränneslätt Airfield-Small Airport
Visingsö Airfield-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Sävsjö

5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Bringetofta kyrka
Norra Ljunga Kyrka
Sävsjö Allians-Pingstförsamling
Sävsjö Missionsförsamling
Vallsjö nya 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 Sävsjö

What is the population of Sävsjö?

Sävsjö has a population of 5,374 residents and is located in Sweden. The population density is 2,889 people per square mile, spread across 1.9 square miles.

Is Sävsjö 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 Sävsjö?

Sävsjö has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 27°F in January, while summers reach an average of 59°F in July. The area receives 282 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 29.6 inches, with 11.5 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Sävsjö?

There are 591 business establishments in the area.

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