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Strömstad, Sweden

Västra Götaland · Sweden

Strömstad is a small city in Västra Götaland, Sweden with a population of 7,176. Elevation: 16 ft (5 m). Average temperature: 45°F (7°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.4 /5.0
B Good
7,176 Population 4,077/sq mi density
16 ft Elevation 5 meters
45°F Avg Temperature 7°C
30.5 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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About Strömstad

Strömstad

Strömstad is a locality and the seat of Strömstad Municipality, Västra Götaland County, Sweden with 6,288 inhabitants in 2010. For historical reasons, Strömstad is called a city despite its small population.

People

Population7,176
Density4,077/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$56,808

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
Rain30.5 in/yr
Sunny Days281/yr
Elevation16 ft (5 m)
Population7,176
Population Density4,077 / sq mi
Elevation16 ft (5 m)
Coordinates58.9395°, 11.1712°
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm
Country🇸🇪 Sweden
State / ProvinceVästra Götaland
Average Temperature45°F (7°C)
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation30.5 inches (775 mm)
Annual Snowfall9.1 inches (23 cm)
Median Household Income$56,808

About Strömstad

Strömstad is a small city in Sweden (Västra Götaland) with a population of 7,176. The city sits at an elevation of 16 feet (5 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 45°F (7°C). Temperatures range from 30°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 30.5 inches. The timezone is Europe/Stockholm.

The median household income in Strömstad is $56,808, which is 24% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 789 business establishments.

Income: Strömstad vs Sweden

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Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)789

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Strömstad has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. The area gets 281 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 30.5 inches. The area receives 9.1 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 16 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average44.8°F
17% below Sweden avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days281 days/yr

Geography

Elevation16 ft (5 m)
Area196.1 sq mi (508.0 km²)
Population Density4,077/sq mi
Coordinates58.9395°N, 11.1712°W
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 30.5"
20% below Sweden avg
Snowfall 9.1"
Wettest Month (Oct) 3.54"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.77"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

20 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 29 km
Nov 19, 1994 0 km WNW of Jessheim, Norway M3.5 134 km
Nov 12, 1993 2 km SE of Åmotfors, Sweden M3.4 114 km
Jul 29, 2015 4 km NE of Nolvik, Sweden M3.4 134 km
Nov 29, 2000 9 km E of Strömstad, Sweden M3.4 10 km
May 10, 1994 24 km SW of Ellös, Sweden M3.2 99 km
Sep 28, 1993 44 km WSW of Grebbestad, Sweden M2.9 54 km
May 25, 2008 4 km WSW of Åneby, Norway M2.9 129 km
Jun 23, 2018 2 km SW of Götene, Sweden M2.8 141 km
Apr 22, 1993 13 km W of Skärhamn, Sweden M2.8 107 km
Nov 19, 1994 7 km NW of Jessheim, Norway M2.7 138 km
Nov 21, 1994 6 km NNW of Jessheim, Norway M2.7 140 km
Aug 15, 1991 7 km ESE of Stavern, Norway M2.7 59 km
Apr 26, 2005 24 km N of Hirtshals, Denmark M2.7 145 km
Dec 12, 1994 8 km S of Rotnes, Norway M2.6 117 km
Jun 8, 2005 3 km WNW of Skagen, Denmark M2.6 140 km
Aug 29, 1991 43 km W of Smögen, Sweden M2.6 71 km
Feb 1, 1991 5 km SSE of Melsomvik, Norway M2.6 53 km
Jan 29, 2005 7 km NNE of Hvittingfoss, Norway M2.6 91 km
May 23, 1990 50 km WNW of Smögen, Sweden M2.5 61 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 - 80 km
1969 NORSALV RIVER Meteorological 5.0 m - 142 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 30°F (-1°C) 2.5 in
February 29°F (-2°C) 1.8 in Coldest, Driest
March 34°F (1°C) 2.1 in
April 41°F (5°C) 1.8 in
May 52°F (11°C) 1.9 in
June 58°F (15°C) 2.6 in
July 62°F (17°C) 2.3 in Warmest
August 61°F (16°C) 2.8 in
September 54°F (12°C) 3.2 in
October 46°F (8°C) 3.5 in Wettest
November 38°F (4°C) 3.4 in
December 33°F (1°C) 2.7 in

Strömstad has a seasonal temperature swing of 33°F / from 29°F in February to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 30.5 inches, with October being the wettest month (3.5") and February the driest (1.8").

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Colleges & Universities in Strömstad

Institution Type Founded Website
Grebbestads Folkhögskola College - ,

Schools in Strömstad

6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Bojarskolan - - - -
Strömstiernaskolan - - - -
Strömstad Gymnasium - - - -
Tjärnö skola - - - -
Odelbergsskolan - - - -
Valemyrsskolan - - - -
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Museums in Strömstad

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Friluftsmuséet Fiskartorpet
Fyrmuseum
Halden museum
Naturum
Rød herregård
Strömstads museum
Underslös museum
Vitlycke Museum

Libraries in Strömstad

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Futura0.0
Halden Bibliotek0.0
Hvaler folkebibliotek0.0
Stadsbiblioteket0.0

Hotels in Strömstad

7 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Hällestrand Semesterby och Vandrarhem
Krabban
Laholmen Hotell
Laholmen Hotell
Nordby Hotell
Pirathotellet
Strömstad Spa

Restaurants in Strömstad

23 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bella Sardegna
Buktens Pizzeria
Entré Rossö Hamncafé
Heat
Hotell Ekenäs
KB
Kontoret
Kosters rökeri
Norra Varvet
Orient
Packhuset
Pråmen
Primi piatti
Relax bar & bistro
Retaurang Stationen
Rökeriet
Selmas hörna
Skagerack Dubliner
Södertulls pizzeria
Strömstierna Pizzeria
Toro restaurang
Trädgården
Vita Bella

Cafes in Strömstad

2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Norra Varvet
Silje-Eks Havtorn

Cinemas in Strömstad

1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Park

Theme Parks in Strömstad

1 theme parks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Daftöland

Clinics in Strömstad

4 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Capio Vårdcentral
Strömstad barnmorskemottagning
Strömstad rehabmottagning
Vårdcentralen Bohuslinden

Dentists in Strömstad

1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Folktandvården Strömstad

Train Stations in Strömstad

1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Strömstad

Bus Stations in Strömstad

1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Strömstad station

Gas Stations in Strömstad

7 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Circle K
CNG Strömstad
OKQ8
OKQ8
SE #316761007
St1
Tanka

Banks in Strömstad

4 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Handelsbanken
Nordea
SEB
Swedbank

Shopping Malls in Strömstad

2 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Nordby Shopping Center
Strömstad Shoppingcenter

Golf Courses in Strömstad

2 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Dynekilens Golfklubb
Strömstads Golfklubb

Breweries in Strömstad

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Kofoedbryggeriet
TØRST Mikrobryggeri

Stadiums & Teams in Strömstad

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Strömstad

2 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Kjølen Sportcenter 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Prestenga Skipark 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Strömstad

11 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Moss Airport, Rygge-Medium Airport
Eidsberg Airstrip-Small Airport
Fjällbacka Anra Airfield-Small Airport
Huseby Airstrip-Small Airport
Näsinge Airfield-Small Airport
Rakkestad Astorp Airfield-Small Airport
Rörkärr Airfield-Small Airport
Spydeberg Airstrip-Small Airport
Torsnes Airfield-Small Airport
Trøgstad Airfield-Small Airport
Veum Airstrip-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Strömstad

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Strömstads kyrka
Tjärnö 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 Strömstad

What is the population of Strömstad?

Strömstad has a population of 7,176 residents and is located in Sweden. The population density is 4,077 people per square mile, spread across 196.1 square miles.

Is Strömstad 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 Strömstad?

Strömstad has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 30°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 281 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 30.5 inches, with 9.1 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Strömstad?

There are 789 business establishments in the area.

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