Halmstad
- 📍 Location: Halland County,
county seat - 🌍 Region: Götaland
- 👥 Population: 106,315 (Dec 31, 2025)
- 🏙️ Largest towns: Halmstad, Oskarström, Frösakull
- 📐 Area: 1,018 km² (land area)
- 🚗 To Stockholm: about 425 km in a straight line
- ⏰ Time zone: CET (UTC +1, DST CEST +2)
- 💰 Currency: Swedish krona (SEK)
Answers to frequently asked questions
What is the population of Halmstad Municipality?
Halmstad Municipality had 106,315 residents on December 31, 2025, up 2,561 (2.5%) from December 31, 2020 (Statistics Sweden).
Which county is Halmstad Municipality in?
Halmstad Municipality is in Halland County, in the Götaland region of Sweden. The county has 6 municipalities and its seat is Halmstad.
What are the largest towns in Halmstad Municipality?
The largest urban area is Halmstad with 72,979 residents, followed by Oskarström (4,116), Frösakull (2,693), Getinge (2,063) and Haverdal (1,925). In total the municipality has 19 urban areas (Statistics Sweden, 2023).
Is Halmstad a county seat?
Yes, Halmstad is the county seat of Halland County, home of the County Administrative Board. The county has 6 municipalities.
How far is Halmstad from Stockholm?
Halmstad is about 425 km from Stockholm in a straight line. The distance by road is longer.
How large is Halmstad Municipality?
The land area of Halmstad Municipality is 1,018 km² (Statistics Sweden, 2025). Population density is 104 residents per km².
What is Halmstad Municipality known for?
Halmstad Municipality is known for Tylösand beach on Tylö Bay, often named Sweden's best beach, and for golf, including the 2007 Solheim Cup at Halmstad Golf Club. The city has a major port, Halmstad University and the preserved Norre Port city gate.