Homely Kil

In Kil, you can choose whether you want to live in the countryside or in the town center. Either way, you're close to both services and nature. In the central town, you'll find houses and apartments within walking and biking distance to leisure activities, health care, the library, schools and childcare, shops, restaurants, and public transport. Here, children can gradually grow and take on responsibility. The municipality has several preschools and elementary schools, including in rural areas. The junior high school in central Kil brings together all students from across the municipality.

Fagerås is a smaller locality with its own travel center where buses and trains stop. It has a gas station, a popular pizzeria, a newer school, and a sports hall. Högboda is the hub of a vibrant rural area north of Kil. Here you'll find a cinema, school, preschool, and an active village association deeply committed to developing the community.

In Kil, you're always close to an active lifestyle. There are endless opportunities for enjoying nature and engaging in a vibrant community life: a golf course, hiking trails, riding arena, ice rink, athletics field, ski slope, tennis hall, culture school, and much more. The library hosts author evenings, knitting cafés, children's theater, and book clubs.

The outdoor area Frykstahöjden is a local favorite, featuring disc golf, an outdoor gym, a nature-themed playground, a pump track, and lighted trails. An accessibility-adapted path leads to a barbecue spot with one of Värmland’s most stunning views at the top of the ski slope. Just a short bike ride from central Kil is Lake Fryken, with a beach, ice cream stand, burger restaurant, and café. Popular motor meetups are also held here.

Thanks to its location and excellent transport connections, commuting to Karlstad and other towns is easy – but many people find their dream job right here at home. Kil Municipality is the largest employer, offering jobs in healthcare, education, social services, and other municipal operations.

Kil’s business community is diverse and thriving, with industrial companies of various sizes in sectors like steel and engineering. Many operate on a global scale. Local entrepreneurs enjoy collaborating and benefit from each other’s expertise.

Move to Kil

On the municipality’s website, kil.se, you’ll find guidance if you want to learn more about living, working, and settling in Kil.

We also welcome more businesses to the area and are happy to help you find the right location, premises, and contacts. Get in touch with the municipality’s business development manager.