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Vilhelmina, Sweden

Västerbotten · Sweden

Vilhelmina is a small town in Västerbotten, Sweden with a population of 3,572. Elevation: 1,145 ft (349 m). Average temperature: 33°F (1°C).

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3,572 Population 2,607/sq mi density
1,145 ft Elevation 349 meters
33°F Avg Temperature 1°C
24.1 in Annual Rain
Europe / Stockholm Timezone
$56,808 Median Income
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Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$56,808 median income

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About Vilhelmina

Vilhelmina

Vilhelmina is a locality and the central town of Vilhelmina Municipality in Västerbotten County, in the province of Lapland, Sweden with 3,657 inhabitants in 2010. Vilhelmina is situated by Lake Volgsjön in the Ångerman River, with the smaller Lake Baksjön located to the east of the community. Vilhelmina Church and Volgsjö School are located in Vilhelmina.

People

Population3,572
Density2,607/mi²

Economy

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Median Income$56,808

Climate

Avg Temp33°F (1°C)
Rain24.1 in/yr
Sunny Days292/yr
Elevation1,145 ft (349 m)
Population3,572
Population Density2,607 / sq mi
Elevation1,145 ft (349 m)
Coordinates64.6242°, 16.6560°
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm
Country🇸🇪 Sweden
State / ProvinceVästerbotten
Average Temperature33°F (1°C)
January Average11°F (-12°C)
July Average56°F (13°C)
Annual Precipitation24.1 inches (611 mm)
Annual Snowfall10.8 inches (27 cm)
Median Household Income$56,808

About Vilhelmina

Vilhelmina is a small town in Sweden (Västerbotten) with a population of 3,572. The city sits at an elevation of 1,145 feet (349 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 33°F (1°C). Temperatures range from 11°F in January to 56°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 24.1 inches. The timezone is Europe/Stockholm.

The median household income in Vilhelmina is $56,808, which is 24% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 393 business establishments.

Income: Vilhelmina vs Sweden

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Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)393

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Vilhelmina has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 33°F (1°C). Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 56°F in July. The area gets 292 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 24.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 10.8 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,145 feet.

Temperature

11°F Jan (-12°C) 56°F Jul (13°C)
Annual Average33.0°F
39% below Sweden avg
January Average11°F (-12°C)
July Average56°F (13°C)
Sunny Days292 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,145 ft (349 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.5 km²)
Population Density2,607/sq mi
Coordinates64.6242°N, 16.6560°W
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 24.1"
37% below Sweden avg
Snowfall 10.8"
Wettest Month (Jul) 3.58"
Driest Month (Mar) 1.10"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

3 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.2. Most recent: M3.1 on Jun 28, 2005.

Jan 5, 1993 17 km NE of Vilhelmina, Sweden M4.2 17 km
Jun 28, 2005 30 km ESE of Sorsele, Sweden M3.1 115 km
Jan 19, 1991 23 km E of Sorsele, Sweden M2.8 123 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 11°F (-12°C) 1.6 in Coldest
February 13°F (-10°C) 1.1 in
March 22°F (-6°C) 1.1 in Driest
April 31°F (-1°C) 1.2 in
May 43°F (6°C) 1.7 in
June 52°F (11°C) 2.6 in
July 56°F (13°C) 3.6 in Warmest, Wettest
August 53°F (11°C) 3.2 in
September 44°F (7°C) 2.2 in
October 34°F (1°C) 2.1 in
November 22°F (-5°C) 2.0 in
December 14°F (-10°C) 1.6 in

Vilhelmina has a seasonal temperature swing of 45°F / from 11°F in January to 56°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 24.1 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.6") and March the driest (1.1").

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Schools in Vilhelmina

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Malgomajskolan
Volgsjoskolan
Hembergsskolan
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Museums in Vilhelmina

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Vilhelmina Museum

Hotels in Vilhelmina

2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hotell Wilhelmina
Lilla Hotellet

Restaurants in Vilhelmina

3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Caféet, Vilhelmina café och vinbar
Hotell Wilhelmina
M Bergmans Fisk

Cafes in Vilhelmina

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Stenmans Café & Kitchen

Monuments in Vilhelmina

1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Wilhelmina Kyrkstad

Clinics in Vilhelmina

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Vilhelmina vårdcentral

Train Stations in Vilhelmina

3 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Meselefors
Vilhelmina
Vojmån

Bus Stations in Vilhelmina

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

SE #12255450952

Gas Stations in Vilhelmina

4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Circle K Vilhelmina
OKQ8 Vilehelmina
OKQ8 Vilhelmina
Preem Vilhelmina

Banks in Vilhelmina

3 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Handelsbanken
Nordea
Swedbank

Stadiums & Teams in Vilhelmina

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Vilhelmina

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Vilhelmina South Lapland AirportVHMMedium Airport
Åsele AirfieldSmall Airport
Dorotea AirfieldSmall Airport
Finlanda AirfieldSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Vilhelmina

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses
Vilhelmina Kyrka
Vilhelmina kyrka
Vilhelmina Missionsförsamling

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 Vilhelmina

What is the population of Vilhelmina?

Vilhelmina has a population of 3,572 residents and is located in Sweden. The population density is 2,607 people per square mile, spread across 1.4 square miles.

Is Vilhelmina 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 Vilhelmina?

Vilhelmina has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 33°F (1°C). Winter temperatures average 11°F in January, while summers reach an average of 56°F in July. The area receives 292 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 24.1 inches, with 10.8 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Vilhelmina?

There are 393 business establishments in the area.

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