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Backa, Sweden

Dalarna · Sweden

Backa is a small town in Dalarna, Sweden with a population of 575. Elevation: 748 ft (228 m). Average temperature: 40°F (4°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
575 Population 120/sq mi density
748 ft Elevation 228 meters
40°F Avg Temperature 4°C
25.1 in Annual Rain
Europe / Stockholm Timezone
$78,084 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$78,084 median income

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People

Population575
Density120/mi²

Economy

B+
Median Income$78,084

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (4°C)
Rain25.1 in/yr
Sunny Days290/yr
Elevation748 ft (228 m)
Population575
Population Density120 / sq mi
Elevation748 ft (228 m)
Coordinates60.9229°, 15.1002°
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm
Country🇸🇪 Sweden
State / ProvinceDalarna
Average Temperature40°F (4°C)
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation25.1 inches (638 mm)
Annual Snowfall7.9 inches (20 cm)
Median Household Income$78,084

About Backa

Backa is a small town in Sweden (Dalarna) with a population of 575. The city sits at an elevation of 748 feet (228 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 40°F (4°C). Temperatures range from 21°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 25.1 inches. The timezone is Europe/Stockholm.

The median household income in Backa is $78,084, which is 4% above the national average of $75,149. The area has 63 business establishments.

Income: Backa vs Sweden

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Income

Median HH Income$78,084
4% above Sweden avg

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)63

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Backa has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. The area gets 290 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 25.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 7.9 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 748 feet.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average39.5°F
27% below Sweden avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days290 days/yr

Geography

Elevation748 ft (228 m)
Area4.8 sq mi (12.4 km²)
Population Density120/sq mi
Coordinates60.9229°N, 15.1002°W
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 25.1"
34% below Sweden avg
Snowfall 7.9"
Wettest Month (Jul) 3.27"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.14"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.7. Most recent: M3.7 on Apr 11, 1993.

Apr 11, 1993 2 km NNE of Ludvika, Sweden M3.7 84 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 21°F (-6°C) 1.5 in Coldest
February 21°F (-6°C) 1.1 in Driest
March 29°F (-2°C) 1.3 in
April 37°F (3°C) 1.8 in
May 49°F (9°C) 1.9 in
June 57°F (14°C) 2.7 in
July 61°F (16°C) 3.3 in Warmest, Wettest
August 57°F (14°C) 2.8 in
September 49°F (9°C) 2.6 in
October 40°F (5°C) 2.2 in
November 31°F (-1°C) 2.3 in
December 24°F (-4°C) 1.7 in

Backa has a seasonal temperature swing of 40°F / from 21°F in January to 61°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 25.1 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.3") and February the driest (1.1").

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Schools in Backa

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Ingels skola
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Radio Stations near Backa

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Sveriges Radio P4 Dalarna local AAC 288 kbps

Museums in Backa

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Åhlen-paviljongen
Alfvéngården
Boda Gammelgård
Buffils Annas minne-stuga
Clas Ohlson-museet
Dövas kulturarvscentrum
Gammelgården
Gammelstan
Holens gammelgård
Leksands Hembygdsgård
Minnesmaskinen
Naturum Dalarna
Sågmyra museum
Skräddargarden

Libraries in Backa

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Leksands kulturhus0.0
Rättviks bibliotek0.0

Restaurants in Backa

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Solgårdskrogen

Cafes in Backa

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Café Gökungen

Theatres in Backa

1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Dalhalla

Breweries in Backa

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
The Beer Factory

Ski Resorts Near Backa

1 ski resorts within range.

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

Airports Near Backa

8 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Dala AirportBLEMedium Airport
Mora AirportMXXMedium Airport
Dala Järna AirfieldSmall Airport
Edsby AirfieldSmall Airport
Gagnef AirfieldSmall Airport
Örnlanda AirstripSmall Airport
Orsa AirfieldSmall Airport
Siljansnäs Air ParkSmall 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 575 residents and is located in Sweden. The population density is 120 people per square mile, spread across 4.8 square miles.

Is Backa expensive to live in?

The median household income is $78,084, 4% above the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in Backa?

Backa has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 21°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 290 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 25.1 inches, with 7.9 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Backa?

There are 63 business establishments in the area.

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