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Halmstad
City in Halland, Sweden
Overview
Halmstad is a charming coastal city on Sweden's west coast, known for its sandy beaches, historic sites, and lively arts scene. The city offers a mix of cultural heritage and natural beauty, making it a popular destination for both locals and tourists.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Sweden
County
Halland
Population
72,979
Time Zone
Europe/Stockholm
Coordinates
56.67°, 12.86°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
92
Female Safety
88
LGBTQ+ Safety
93
Traffic Safety
80
Food Safety
97
Monthly Cost
$1,985
Local Cost
$1,350
Local Income
$2,400
Cashless
97
English
85
Temperature
7.8°C
Summer Avg
16.2°C
Winter Avg
-0.2°C
Record High
28.1°C
Record Low
-19.1°C
Humidity
88%
Precipitation
924 mm
Internet Speed
98 Mbps
Upload
68 Mbps
Latency
10 ms
City Vibrancy
43
Coworking
0
Cafes
15
Nightlife
6
Parks
22
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
HAD
Distance
3 km
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 21 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-06.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-05.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 85/100.
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