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Backa, Sweden

Västerbotten · Sweden

Backa is a small town in Västerbotten, Sweden with a population of 1,516. Elevation: 190 ft (58 m). Average temperature: 36°F (2°C).

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1,516 Population 2,807/sq mi density
190 ft Elevation 58 meters
36°F Avg Temperature 2°C
21.7 in Annual Rain
Europe / Stockholm Timezone
$56,808 Median Income
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3.4 / 5.0
$56,808 median income

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About Backa

Backa

Backa also known as Hisings Backa is a suburb in Gothenburg, and was one of Gothenburg’s 20 districts. On January 1, 2011 Backa merged with two other districts of Gothenburg, Kärra-Rödbo and Tuve-Säve, to form the district of Norra Hisingen. This change was part of a larger reorganisation, reducing the number of districts in Gothenburg from 20 to 10.

People

Population1,516
Density2,807/mi²

Economy

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Median Income$56,808

Climate

Avg Temp36°F (2°C)
Rain21.7 in/yr
Sunny Days297/yr
Elevation190 ft (58 m)
Population1,516
Population Density2,807 / sq mi
Elevation190 ft (58 m)
Coordinates64.9833°, 21.0667°
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm
Country🇸🇪 Sweden
State / ProvinceVästerbotten
Average Temperature36°F (2°C)
January Average15°F (-9°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation21.7 inches (552 mm)
Annual Snowfall9.1 inches (23 cm)
Median Household Income$56,808

About Backa

Backa is a small town in Sweden (Västerbotten) with a population of 1,516. The city sits at an elevation of 190 feet (58 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 36°F (2°C). Temperatures range from 15°F in January to 59°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 21.7 inches. The timezone is Europe/Stockholm.

The median household income in Backa is $56,808, which is 24% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 167 business establishments.

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Income

Median HH Income$56,808
24% below Sweden avg

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)167

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Backa has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 59°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 21.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 9.1 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 190 feet.

Temperature

15°F Jan (-9°C) 59°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average35.6°F
34% below Sweden avg
January Average15°F (-9°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Sunny Days297 days/yr

Geography

Elevation190 ft (58 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.4 km²)
Population Density2,807/sq mi
Coordinates64.9833°N, 21.0667°W
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 21.7"
43% below Sweden avg
Snowfall 9.1"
Wettest Month (Jul) 2.52"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.06"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

12 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 68 km
Jun 15, 2010 13 km S of Bureå, Sweden M4.1 55 km
May 22, 1992 33 km E of Sävar, Sweden M3.8 120 km
Feb 15, 1993 16 km SE of Burträsk, Sweden M3.8 65 km
Apr 17, 1995 13 km NW of Burträsk, Sweden M3.7 52 km
Sep 23, 1991 10 km ENE of Skelleftehamn, Sweden M3.5 33 km
Jun 27, 2018 15 km SSW of Rolfs, Sweden M3.5 120 km
Jun 6, 1991 41 km ESE of Luleå, Sweden M3.1 96 km
Jun 28, 2005 30 km ESE of Sorsele, Sweden M3.1 145 km
Apr 16, 1992 21 km W of Robertsfors, Sweden M2.9 92 km
May 22, 2007 19 km SW of Burträsk, Sweden M2.7 73 km
Aug 22, 1990 5 km NNW of Sävar, Sweden M2.6 118 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 15°F (-9°C) 1.6 in Coldest
February 16°F (-9°C) 1.1 in Driest
March 24°F (-5°C) 1.3 in
April 33°F (1°C) 1.2 in
May 44°F (7°C) 1.5 in
June 55°F (13°C) 1.8 in
July 59°F (15°C) 2.5 in Warmest, Wettest
August 56°F (13°C) 2.5 in
September 46°F (8°C) 2.1 in
October 36°F (2°C) 2.2 in
November 25°F (-4°C) 2.2 in
December 19°F (-7°C) 1.7 in

Backa has a seasonal temperature swing of 44°F / from 15°F in January to 59°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 21.7 inches, with July being the wettest month (2.5") and February the driest (1.1").

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Radio Stations near Backa

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Northern Metal Radio MP3 256 kbps

Museums in Backa

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Byske Hantverksmuseum
Byske skolmuseum
Byske Sportfiskemuseum
Exploratoriet
Skelleftå Museums Lanthandeln
Skellefteå Museum

Libraries in Backa

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Campusbiblioteket0.0
Morö Backe bibliotek0.0
Skellefteå stadsbibliotek0.0

Farmers Markets in Backa

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Guldtorget

Stadiums & Teams in Backa

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Backa

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Skellefteå AirportSFTMedium Airport
Älvsbyn AirfieldSmall Airport
Nyholm AirstripSmall Airport
Pålsträsket AirstripSmall Airport
Piteå AirfieldSmall Airport

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 Backa

What is the population of Backa?

Backa has a population of 1,516 residents and is located in Sweden. The population density is 2,807 people per square mile, spread across 0.5 square miles.

Is Backa expensive to live in?

The median household income is $56,808, 24% below the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in Backa?

Backa has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winter temperatures average 15°F in January, while summers reach an average of 59°F in July. The area receives 297 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 21.7 inches, with 9.1 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Backa?

There are 167 business establishments in the area.

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