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Åre, Sweden

Jämtland · 🇸🇪 Sweden

Åre is a small town in Jämtland, Sweden with a population of 3,552. Elevation: 1,243 ft (379 m). Average temperature: 34°F (1°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
3,552 Population 1,361/sq mi density
1,243 ft Elevation 379 meters
34°F Avg Temperature 1°C
29.0 in Annual Rain
Europe / Stockholm Timezone
A+
Overall
4.6 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
4.6 / 5.0
45.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 45.0%
34% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 15.3%
52% lower than US avg
Unemployment 8.7%
141% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.8%
94% lower than US avg

People

Population3,552
Median Age41.1 yrs
Density1,361/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$54,950
Unemployment8.7%
Poverty0.8%

Health

Obesity15.3%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking7.8%
Depression16.2%

Climate

Avg Temp34°F (1°C)
AQI13 (Good)
Rain29.0 in/yr
Sunny Days283/yr
Elevation1,243 ft (379 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+45.0%
High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband95.7%
Population3,552
Population Density1,361 / sq mi
Elevation1,243 ft (379 m)
Coordinates63.3991°, 13.0800°
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm
Country🇸🇪 Sweden
State / ProvinceJämtland
Average Temperature34°F (1°C)
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average52°F (11°C)
Annual Precipitation29.0 inches (736 mm)
Annual Snowfall14.7 inches (37 cm)
Median Age41.1 years

Is Åre a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Åre receives an overall livability score of 4.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include a highly educated population, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Åre stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

At 8.7%, unemployment is notably high. Only 0.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 45.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 99.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Åre has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 34°F. Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 52°F in July. With 283 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 29.0 inches, including 14.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 13.

Åre has a population of 3,552 with a density of 1,361 people per square mile, spread across 2.6 square miles. The median age is 41.1 years, 6% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.6% female and 50.4% male. 20.8% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 85.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

3,552
Total Population
1,361
People / sq mi
41.1yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg
2.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.4%
Female 49.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Åre vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Åre vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Åre is N/A. Per capita income is $54,950 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 8.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.8% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 79.5, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Åre vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$54,950

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.7%
141% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.8%
94% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living79.50 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Åre, 15.3% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 4.9% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 30.2% have high blood pressure. 7.8% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 9.6% report binge drinking. 84.7% are physically inactive, above the national average. 16.2% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Åre vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity15.3%
52% below US avg
Diabetes4.9%
High Blood Pressure30.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking7.8%
44% below US avg
Binge Drinking9.6%
Physical Inactivity84.7%
Depression16.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.0%

Food & Exercise

Åre has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 34°F (1°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 52°F in July. The area gets 283 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 29.0 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 14.7 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 13 — among the cleanest air in the country. 92% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 1,243 feet.

Temperature

18°F Jan (-8°C) 52°F Jul (11°C)
Annual Average33.6°F
38% below US avg
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average52°F (11°C)
Sunny Days283 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall29.0 inches
24% below US avg
Snowfall14.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median13.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.3%

Geography

Elevation1,243 ft (379 m)
Area2.6 sq mi (6.8 km²)
Population Density1,361/sq mi
Coordinates63.3991°N, 13.0800°W
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temp Precipitation
Jan 18°F (-8°C)
2.1"
Feb 19°F (-7°C)
1.9"
Mar 24°F (-5°C)
1.8"
Apr 30°F (-1°C)
1.7"
May 41°F (5°C)
1.7"
Jun 49°F (9°C)
2.8"
Jul 52°F (11°C)
3.8"
Aug 50°F (10°C)
2.8"
Sep 42°F (6°C)
3.2"
Oct 34°F (1°C)
2.8"
Nov 25°F (-4°C)
2.2"
Dec 20°F (-6°C)
2.2"

The warmest month is July at 52°F, while the coldest is January at 18°F — a seasonal swing of 35°F. July sees the most rain (3.8"), while May is the driest (1.7").

45.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 34% above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school. 95.7% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+45.0%
34% above US avg
High School+99.0%
A+ Education Grade (4.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density1,361/sq mi
Total Area2.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access95.7%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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