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Vartofta, Sweden

Västra Götaland · Sweden

Vartofta is a small town in Västra Götaland, Sweden with a population of 529. Elevation: 719 ft (219 m). Average temperature: 42°F (6°C).

3.4 /5.0
B Good
529 Population 1,959/sq mi density
719 ft Elevation 219 meters
42°F Avg Temperature 6°C
26.9 in Annual Rain
Europe / Stockholm Timezone
$56,808 Median Income
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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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People

Population529
Density1,959/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$56,808

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (6°C)
Rain26.9 in/yr
Sunny Days287/yr
Elevation719 ft (219 m)
Population529
Population Density1,959 / sq mi
Elevation719 ft (219 m)
Coordinates58.1000°, 13.6333°
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm
Country🇸🇪 Sweden
State / ProvinceVästra Götaland
Average Temperature42°F (6°C)
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation26.9 inches (684 mm)
Annual Snowfall9.9 inches (25 cm)
Median Household Income$56,808

About Vartofta

Vartofta is a small town in Sweden (Västra Götaland) with a population of 529. The city sits at an elevation of 719 feet (219 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 42°F (6°C). Temperatures range from 27°F in January to 59°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 26.9 inches. The timezone is Europe/Stockholm.

The median household income in Vartofta is $56,808, which is 24% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 58 business establishments.

Income: Vartofta vs Sweden

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Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)58

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Vartofta has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 59°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 9.9 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 719 feet.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 59°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average42.1°F
22% below Sweden avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Sunny Days287 days/yr

Geography

Elevation719 ft (219 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density1,959/sq mi
Coordinates58.1000°N, 13.6333°W
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 26.9"
29% below Sweden avg
Snowfall 9.9"
Wettest Month (Sep) 2.99"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.42"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

7 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.6. Most recent: M2.8 on Jun 23, 2018.

May 24, 1990 10 km W of Västra Hagen, Sweden M3.6 133 km
Jul 29, 2015 4 km NE of Nolvik, Sweden M3.4 108 km
Feb 1, 1995 11 km SSW of Töreboda, Sweden M3.4 63 km
May 10, 1994 24 km SW of Ellös, Sweden M3.2 147 km
Apr 22, 1993 13 km W of Skärhamn, Sweden M2.8 136 km
Jun 23, 2018 2 km SW of Götene, Sweden M2.8 47 km
May 15, 1994 13 km NNW of Ryd, Sweden M2.6 111 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 5.0 m (16 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1969 NORSALV RIVER Meteorological 5.0 m 145 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 27°F (-3°C) 2.1 in Coldest
February 27°F (-3°C) 1.4 in Driest
March 32°F (0°C) 1.6 in
April 39°F (4°C) 1.7 in
May 50°F (10°C) 1.9 in
June 56°F (13°C) 2.5 in
July 59°F (15°C) 2.8 in Warmest
August 58°F (14°C) 2.6 in
September 50°F (10°C) 3.0 in Wettest
October 43°F (6°C) 2.5 in
November 35°F (2°C) 2.5 in
December 30°F (-1°C) 2.4 in

Vartofta has a seasonal temperature swing of 32°F / from 27°F in January to 59°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 26.9 inches, with September being the wettest month (3.0") and February the driest (1.4").

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Schools in Vartofta

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Yllestadsskolan
Vartoftaskolan
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Radio Stations near Vartofta

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Sveriges Radio P4 Skaraborg local radio, music MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Vartofta

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Ållebergs Segelflygmuseum
Åsle Tå
Bondens år
Dalénium Science Center
Falbygdens museum
Fonus Begravningsmuseum
Fornstugan
Gustav-Dalén-Museum
Naturum
Redvägs Jernvägsmuseum
Ryttaren peat factory
Stenstorps skolmuseum
Trandansen Visitor Centre

Libraries in Vartofta

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Broddetorps bibliotek0.0
Falköpings Stadsbibliotek0.0
Kinnarps bibliotek0.0
Skultorps biblioteksfilial0.0
Stenstorps Bibliotek0.0

Restaurants in Vartofta

2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ållebergs Cafe & Restaurang
Valltorps Limousine & Spa

Gas Stations in Vartofta

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Qstar Kättilstorp

Breweries in Vartofta

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Sandhems Bryggeri

Ski Resorts Near Vartofta

2 ski resorts within range.

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

Airports Near Vartofta

12 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Jönköping AirportJKGMedium Airport
Råda Air BaseMedium Airport
Skövde AirportKVBMedium Airport
Ålleberg AirfieldSmall Airport
Bämmelshed AirfieldSmall Airport
Brännebrona AirfieldSmall Airport
Falköping AirfieldSmall Airport
Herrljunga AirfieldSmall Airport
Lidköping-Hovby AirportLDKSmall Airport
Ödestugu Glider FieldSmall Airport
Ragglanda AirfieldSmall Airport
Timmele AirfieldSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Vartofta

11 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Hångsdala kyrka
Kälvene kyrka
Karleby kyrka
Kymbo kyrka
Mularps kyrka
Näs kyrka
Östra Gerums kyrka
Skörstorps kyrka
Slöta kyrka
Vartofta-Åsaka kyrka
Yllestads 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 Vartofta

What is the population of Vartofta?

Vartofta has a population of 529 residents and is located in Sweden. The population density is 1,959 people per square mile, spread across 0.3 square miles.

Is Vartofta 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 Vartofta?

Vartofta has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 27°F in January, while summers reach an average of 59°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 9.9 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Vartofta?

There are 58 business establishments in the area.

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