Jessheim is a small town in the Ullensaker municipality in Akershus of Norway. In 2006, the population was 13,038. In 1998, the population was 6,400. This equals a 103% increase in population. The population increase was in part due to the relocation of Oslo Airport to nearby Gardermoen and the resulting influx of people working at the airport and in supporting services.
Jessheim is a center for commerce and regional service functions at Øvre Romerike. The area also has some industry such as a concrete factory that utilizes the sand and gravel resources in the area as well as a wood products manufacturer. Jessheim Storsenter located in the center of town is the largest shopping center. Jessheim is also home to Ullensaker Kulturhus which is a cultural center with a library and cinema. Jessheim is also an educational center with Jessheim Videregående Skole og Romerike Folkehøgskole. Jessheim is also home to the local office for the regional newspaper Romerikes Blad.
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