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Sörforsa, Sweden

Gävleborg · Sweden

Sörforsa is a small town in Gävleborg, Sweden with a population of 1,581. Elevation: 177 ft (54 m). Average temperature: 40°F (4°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.2 /5.0
B Good
1,581 Population 1,776/sq mi density
177 ft Elevation 54 meters
40°F Avg Temperature 4°C
26.9 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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People

Population1,581
Density1,776/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$49,356

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (4°C)
Rain26.9 in/yr
Sunny Days287/yr
Elevation177 ft (54 m)
Population1,581
Population Density1,776 / sq mi
Elevation177 ft (54 m)
Coordinates61.7333°, 16.9833°
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm
Country🇸🇪 Sweden
State / ProvinceGävleborg
Average Temperature40°F (4°C)
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation26.9 inches (682 mm)
Annual Snowfall9.8 inches (25 cm)
Median Household Income$49,356

About Sörforsa

Sörforsa is a small town in Sweden (Gävleborg) with a population of 1,581. The city sits at an elevation of 177 feet (54 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 40°F (4°C). Temperatures range from 23°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 26.9 inches. The timezone is Europe/Stockholm.

The median household income in Sörforsa is $49,356, which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 174 business establishments.

Income: Sörforsa vs Sweden

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Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)174

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Sörforsa has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. The area gets 287 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 26.9 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 9.8 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 177 feet.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average39.9°F
26% below Sweden avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Sunny Days287 days/yr

Geography

Elevation177 ft (54 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.3 km²)
Population Density1,776/sq mi
Coordinates61.7333°N, 16.9833°W
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 26.9"
29% below Sweden avg
Snowfall 9.8"
Wettest Month (Jul) 2.91"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.34"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

3 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.4. Most recent: M3.2 on May 13, 2005.

Dec 15, 1991 9 km SE of Njurundabommen, Sweden M3.4 59 km
May 13, 2005 8 km SE of Söråker, Sweden M3.2 87 km
Mar 30, 1990 30 km NNW of Bergeforsen, Sweden M2.9 116 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 23°F (-5°C) 2.0 in Coldest
February 23°F (-5°C) 1.3 in Driest
March 30°F (-1°C) 1.7 in
April 37°F (3°C) 1.9 in
May 47°F (9°C) 1.6 in
June 56°F (13°C) 2.4 in
July 60°F (16°C) 2.9 in Warmest, Wettest
August 58°F (14°C) 2.9 in
September 49°F (10°C) 2.8 in
October 41°F (5°C) 2.6 in
November 31°F (-0°C) 2.8 in
December 25°F (-4°C) 2.1 in

Sörforsa has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F / from 23°F in January to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 26.9 inches, with July being the wettest month (2.9") and February the driest (1.3").

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Schools in Sörforsa

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Lunds skola - - - -
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Museums in Sörforsa

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Dragspelsmuseum
Hälsinglands Museum
Harmånger hembygdsgård
Iggesunds Bruksmuseum
Per-Jansgården
Rogsta Hembygdsgård
Ystegårn

Libraries in Sörforsa

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bergsjö bibliotek0.0
Hudiksvalls Bibliotek0.0
Sörforsa bibliotek0.0

Farmers Markets in Sörforsa

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Xyz maskin

Restaurants in Sörforsa

1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Route 84

Cafes in Sörforsa

1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Holma Market

Bus Stations in Sörforsa

1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

SE #157867297

Stadiums & Teams in Sörforsa

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Sörforsa

1 ski resorts within range.

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

Airports Near Sörforsa

9 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Söderhamn AirportSOOMedium Airport
Arbrå Airfield-Small Airport
Baggböle Airstrip-Small Airport
Bänkås Hoppfält-Small Airport
Bollnäs-Small Airport
Hudiksvall AirportHUVSmall Airport
Majfält-Ovansjö-Small Airport
Mohed Airfield-Small Airport
Stöde / Prästbordet flygfält-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Sörforsa

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Forsa kyrka
Högs kyrka
Jesu Hjärtas kapell

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 Sörforsa

What is the population of Sörforsa?

Sörforsa has a population of 1,581 residents and is located in Sweden. The population density is 1,776 people per square mile, spread across 0.9 square miles.

Is Sörforsa 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 Sörforsa?

Sörforsa has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 23°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 287 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 26.9 inches, with 9.8 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Sörforsa?

There are 174 business establishments in the area.

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