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Kiruna
City in Norrbotten, Sweden
Overview
Kiruna, located in Swedish Lapland, is renowned for its unique Arctic environment, iron ore mine, and the chance to witness the Northern Lights. The city blends Sami culture with modern Swedish life, making it a fascinating destination for adventurous travelers.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Sweden
County
Norrbotten
Population
17,284
Time Zone
Europe/Stockholm
Coordinates
67.86°, 20.23°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
85
Female Safety
80
LGBTQ+ Safety
85
Traffic Safety
80
Food Safety
100
Monthly Cost
$2,190
Local Cost
$1,340
Local Income
$2,400
Cashless
95
English
80
Temperature
-1.8°C
Summer Avg
10.6°C
Winter Avg
-12.3°C
Record High
26.3°C
Record Low
-34.9°C
Humidity
90%
Precipitation
707 mm
City Vibrancy
12
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
12
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
KRN
Distance
6 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.
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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