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Karlstad
City in Värmland, Sweden
Overview
Karlstad, set at the confluence of Lake Vänern and the Klarälven river, is known for its sunny disposition and charming city center. It blends cultural attractions with picturesque landscapes, offering a relaxed yet lively small-city vibe.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Sweden
County
Värmland
Population
69,615
Time Zone
Europe/Stockholm
Coordinates
59.38°, 13.50°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
90
Female Safety
88
LGBTQ+ Safety
82
Traffic Safety
85
Food Safety
98
Monthly Cost
$2,363
Local Cost
$1,275
Local Income
$2,650
Cashless
96
English
85
Temperature
6.1°C
Summer Avg
16.4°C
Winter Avg
-4.2°C
Record High
30.1°C
Record Low
-31.4°C
Humidity
87%
Precipitation
948 mm
Internet Speed
200 Mbps
Upload
64 Mbps
Latency
15 ms
City Vibrancy
69
Coworking
0
Cafes
10
Nightlife
8
Parks
51
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
KSD
Distance
12 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 5 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 82/100.
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