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Älvkarleby, Sweden

Uppsala · Sweden

Älvkarleby is a small town in Uppsala, Sweden with a population of 1,517. Elevation: 62 ft (19 m). Average temperature: 42°F (5°C).

3.3 /5.0
B Good
1,517 Population 1,459/sq mi density
62 ft Elevation 19 meters
42°F Avg Temperature 5°C
24.3 in Annual Rain
Europe / Stockholm Timezone
$55,080 Median Income
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Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$55,080 median income

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About Älvkarleby

Älvkarleby

Älvkarleby is a locality situated in Älvkarleby Municipality, Uppsala County, Sweden with 1,647 inhabitants in 2010. It is not the seat of the municipality, a function held by Skutskär 7 km to the north.

People

Population1,517
Density1,459/mi²

Economy

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Median Income$55,080

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (5°C)
Rain24.3 in/yr
Sunny Days292/yr
Elevation62 ft (19 m)
Population1,517
Population Density1,459 / sq mi
Elevation62 ft (19 m)
Coordinates60.5708°, 17.4490°
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm
Country🇸🇪 Sweden
State / ProvinceUppsala
Average Temperature42°F (5°C)
January Average26°F (-4°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation24.3 inches (617 mm)
Annual Snowfall8.8 inches (22 cm)
Median Household Income$55,080

About Älvkarleby

Älvkarleby is a small town in Sweden (Uppsala) with a population of 1,517. The city sits at an elevation of 62 feet (19 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 42°F (5°C). Temperatures range from 26°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 24.3 inches. The timezone is Europe/Stockholm.

The median household income in Älvkarleby is $55,080, which is 27% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 167 business establishments.

Income: Älvkarleby vs Sweden

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Income

Median HH Income$55,080
27% below Sweden avg

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)167

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Älvkarleby has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. The area gets 292 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 24.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 8.8 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 62 feet.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-4°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average41.7°F
23% below Sweden avg
January Average26°F (-4°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days292 days/yr

Geography

Elevation62 ft (19 m)
Area98.8 sq mi (256.0 km²)
Population Density1,459/sq mi
Coordinates60.5708°N, 17.4490°W
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 24.3"
36% below Sweden avg
Snowfall 8.8"
Wettest Month (Aug) 2.99"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.30"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

6 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.9. Most recent: M2.5 on Apr 5, 1995.

Dec 12, 1990 11 km NW of Irsta, Sweden M3.9 94 km
Apr 11, 1993 2 km NNE of Ludvika, Sweden M3.7 131 km
Apr 5, 1995 9 km N of Åkersberga, Sweden M2.7 121 km
Mar 30, 1995 11 km SSW of Norrtälje, Sweden M2.7 122 km
Apr 3, 1995 14 km NE of Åkersberga, Sweden M2.6 123 km
Apr 5, 1995 6 km NNE of Åkersberga, Sweden M2.5 125 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 26°F (-4°C) 1.7 in
February 25°F (-4°C) 1.3 in Coldest, Driest
March 31°F (-1°C) 1.4 in
April 38°F (3°C) 1.6 in
May 48°F (9°C) 1.5 in
June 57°F (14°C) 2.0 in
July 61°F (16°C) 2.8 in Warmest
August 59°F (15°C) 3.0 in Wettest
September 51°F (10°C) 2.6 in
October 42°F (6°C) 2.1 in
November 34°F (1°C) 2.4 in
December 28°F (-2°C) 2.0 in

Älvkarleby has a seasonal temperature swing of 36°F / from 25°F in February to 61°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 24.3 inches, with August being the wettest month (3.0") and February the driest (1.3").

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Radio Stations near Älvkarleby

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radio Sandviken local radio, music MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Älvkarleby

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Dragon Gate Art Hall
Hemliga fortet
Naturrum Billudden
Nostalgimuseum
Söderhällgården
Tierps hembygdsgille

Libraries in Älvkarleby

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteket i Kulturhuset Möbeln0.0
Biblioteket i Kulturhuset Möbeln0.0
Bomhus Bibliotek0.0
Skutskärs bibliotek0.0

Hotels in Älvkarleby

2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Älvkarlebö Herrgård
Dragon Gate

Restaurants in Älvkarleby

3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Älvkarleby Fiskecamping
Kungsådran
La Fornetto

Cafes in Älvkarleby

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cafe Furiren

Train Stations in Älvkarleby

2 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Älvkarleby
Marma

Gas Stations in Älvkarleby

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Preem - Älvkarleby,Älvkarlen
SE #2015427519

Golf Courses in Älvkarleby

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Älvkarleby Golfklubb

Ski Resorts Near Älvkarleby

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Lapphällarna 0.0 $0

Airports Near Älvkarleby

9 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Gävle Sandviken AirportGVXMedium Airport
Söderhamn AirportSOOMedium Airport
Ärna Air BaseSmall Airport
Gimo gräsfältSmall Airport
Gryttjom AirfieldSmall Airport
Lunda AirfieldSmall Airport
Mohed AirfieldSmall Airport
Tierp AirfieldSmall Airport
Uppsala-Sundbro AirfieldSmall Airport

Post Offices in Älvkarleby

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Postkontor

Churches & Religious Organizations in Älvkarleby

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Älvkarleby kyrka
Andaktsplats

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Stockholm

🇸🇪 About Sweden

Capital Stockholm
Population 10,183,175
Area 449,964 km²
GDP (USD) $578,990,915,246
GDP per capita $54,950
HDI 0.952
Life expectancy 83.3 years
Internet users 95.7%
Urban population 88.6%
Currency SEK (Krona)
Languages Swedish
Calling code +46
TLD .se
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Sweden

16 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Nyårsdagen
Jan 6 Epiphany Trettondedag jul
Apr 3 Good Friday Långfredagen
Apr 5 Easter Sunday Påskdagen
Apr 6 Easter Monday Annandag påsk
May 1 International Workers' Day Första maj
May 14 Ascension Day Kristi himmelsfärdsdag
May 24 Pentecost Pingstdagen
Jun 6 National Day of Sweden Sveriges nationaldag
Jun 19 Midsummer Eve Midsommarafton
Jun 20 Midsummer Day Midsommardagen
Oct 31 All Saints' Day Alla helgons dag
Dec 24 Christmas Eve Julafton
Dec 25 Christmas Day Juldagen
Dec 26 St. Stephen's Day Annandag jul
Dec 31 New Year's Eve Nyårsafton

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Frequently Asked Questions About Älvkarleby

What is the population of Älvkarleby?

Älvkarleby has a population of 1,517 residents and is located in Sweden. The population density is 1,459 people per square mile, spread across 98.8 square miles.

Is Älvkarleby expensive to live in?

The median household income is $55,080, 27% below the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in Älvkarleby?

Älvkarleby has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 26°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 292 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 24.3 inches, with 8.8 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Älvkarleby?

There are 167 business establishments in the area.

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