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Älvsbyn, Sweden

Norrbotten · Sweden

Älvsbyn is a small town in Norrbotten, Sweden with a population of 4,976. Elevation: 108 ft (33 m). Average temperature: 35°F (2°C).

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4,976 Population 1,796/sq mi density
108 ft Elevation 33 meters
35°F Avg Temperature 2°C
21.4 in Annual Rain
Europe / Stockholm Timezone
$54,648 Median Income
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Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$54,648 median income

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About Älvsbyn

Älvsbyn

Älvsbyn is a locality and the seat of Älvsbyn Municipality in Norrbotten County, Sweden with 4,967 inhabitants in 2010. It is known as "The Pearl of Norrbotten".

People

Population4,976
Density1,796/mi²

Economy

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Median Income$54,648

Climate

Avg Temp35°F (2°C)
Rain21.4 in/yr
Sunny Days297/yr
Elevation108 ft (33 m)
Population4,976
Population Density1,796 / sq mi
Elevation108 ft (33 m)
Coordinates65.6762°, 21.0016°
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm
Country🇸🇪 Sweden
State / ProvinceNorrbotten
Average Temperature35°F (2°C)
January Average13°F (-11°C)
July Average60°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation21.4 inches (543 mm)
Annual Snowfall10.1 inches (26 cm)
Median Household Income$54,648

About Älvsbyn

Älvsbyn is a small town in Sweden (Norrbotten) with a population of 4,976. The city sits at an elevation of 108 feet (33 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 35°F (2°C). Temperatures range from 13°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 21.4 inches. The timezone is Europe/Stockholm.

The median household income in Älvsbyn is $54,648, which is 27% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 547 business establishments.

Income: Älvsbyn vs Sweden

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Income

Median HH Income$54,648
27% below Sweden avg

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)547

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Älvsbyn has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F (2°C). Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. The area gets 297 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 21.4 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 10.1 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 108 feet.

Temperature

13°F Jan (-11°C) 60°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average34.9°F
35% below Sweden avg
January Average13°F (-11°C)
July Average60°F (15°C)
Sunny Days297 days/yr

Geography

Elevation108 ft (33 m)
Area2.8 sq mi (7.2 km²)
Population Density1,796/sq mi
Coordinates65.6762°N, 21.0016°W
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 21.4"
44% below Sweden avg
Snowfall 10.1"
Wettest Month (Jul) 2.87"
Driest Month (Apr) 1.06"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

43 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.2. Most recent: M3.5 on Jun 27, 2018.

Mar 19, 2016 56 km ESE of Piteå, Sweden M4.2 98 km
Jun 15, 2010 13 km S of Bureå, Sweden M4.1 132 km
Feb 15, 1993 16 km SE of Burträsk, Sweden M3.8 141 km
Apr 17, 1995 13 km NW of Burträsk, Sweden M3.7 123 km
Nov 3, 1992 25 km SSE of Gällivare, Sweden M3.6 139 km
Sep 23, 1991 10 km ENE of Skelleftehamn, Sweden M3.5 107 km
Oct 7, 1992 21 km SSE of Gällivare, Sweden M3.5 143 km
Jun 27, 2018 15 km SSW of Rolfs, Sweden M3.5 89 km
Nov 26, 1992 17 km SE of Gällivare, Sweden M3.5 149 km
Jan 13, 1992 30 km SSE of Gällivare, Sweden M3.4 135 km
May 22, 1992 24 km SSE of Gällivare, Sweden M3.4 141 km
Jul 14, 1992 21 km SE of Gällivare, Sweden M3.4 144 km
Sep 17, 1992 19 km SE of Gällivare, Sweden M3.4 147 km
Jun 25, 1992 24 km SSE of Gällivare, Sweden M3.4 142 km
Sep 28, 1990 22 km SE of Gällivare, Sweden M3.2 144 km
Dec 17, 1992 19 km SSE of Gällivare, Sweden M3.2 144 km
Sep 15, 1993 23 km SE of Gällivare, Sweden M3.2 143 km
Jun 28, 2005 30 km ESE of Sorsele, Sweden M3.1 134 km
Jun 6, 1991 41 km ESE of Luleå, Sweden M3.1 93 km
Jul 29, 1994 22 km SE of Gällivare, Sweden M3.1 146 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 13°F (-11°C) 1.5 in Coldest
February 14°F (-10°C) 1.1 in
March 23°F (-5°C) 1.2 in
April 33°F (1°C) 1.1 in Driest
May 45°F (7°C) 1.4 in
June 56°F (13°C) 2.0 in
July 60°F (15°C) 2.9 in Warmest, Wettest
August 56°F (13°C) 2.9 in
September 46°F (8°C) 2.2 in
October 35°F (2°C) 1.9 in
November 23°F (-5°C) 1.9 in
December 16°F (-9°C) 1.5 in

Älvsbyn has a seasonal temperature swing of 47°F / from 13°F in January to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 21.4 inches, with July being the wettest month (2.9") and April the driest (1.1").

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Schools in Älvsbyn

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Älvsbyns gymnasium
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Museums in Älvsbyn

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Bagerimuseet

Hotels in Älvsbyn

2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hotel Villa Sparta
Wärdshuset Bergsparken

Restaurants in Älvsbyn

3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Kaniskrogen
Pizzeria Aramo
Pizzeria Tre Kronor

Train Stations in Älvsbyn

2 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Älvsbyn
Korsträsk

Gas Stations in Älvsbyn

3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Gulf Älvsbyn
OKQ8 Älvsbyn
Preem - Älvsbyn

Banks in Älvsbyn

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Sparbanken Nord

Stadiums & Teams in Älvsbyn

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Älvsbyn

1 ski resorts within range.

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

Airports Near Älvsbyn

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Älvsbyn AirfieldSmall Airport
Kokhedsfältet AirstripSmall Airport
Pålsträsket AirstripSmall Airport
Piteå AirfieldSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Älvsbyn

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Älvsby kyrka
Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses

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 Älvsbyn

What is the population of Älvsbyn?

Älvsbyn has a population of 4,976 residents and is located in Sweden. The population density is 1,796 people per square mile, spread across 2.8 square miles.

Is Älvsbyn expensive to live in?

The median household income is $54,648, 27% below the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in Älvsbyn?

Älvsbyn has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F (2°C). Winter temperatures average 13°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 297 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 21.4 inches, with 10.1 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Älvsbyn?

There are 547 business establishments in the area.

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