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Backe, Sweden

Jämtland · Sweden

Backe is a small town in Jämtland, Sweden with a population of 535. Elevation: 758 ft (231 m). Average temperature: 36°F (2°C).

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B Good
535 Population 907/sq mi density
758 ft Elevation 231 meters
36°F Avg Temperature 2°C
24.5 in Annual Rain
Europe / Stockholm Timezone
$43,308 Median Income
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Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$43,308 median income

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People

Population535
Density907/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$43,308

Climate

Avg Temp36°F (2°C)
Rain24.5 in/yr
Sunny Days292/yr
Elevation758 ft (231 m)
Population535
Population Density907 / sq mi
Elevation758 ft (231 m)
Coordinates63.8167°, 16.4000°
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm
Country🇸🇪 Sweden
State / ProvinceJämtland
Average Temperature36°F (2°C)
January Average14°F (-10°C)
July Average58°F (14°C)
Annual Precipitation24.5 inches (622 mm)
Annual Snowfall9.2 inches (23 cm)
Median Household Income$43,308

About Backe

Backe is a small town in Sweden (Jämtland) with a population of 535. The city sits at an elevation of 758 feet (231 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 36°F (2°C). Temperatures range from 14°F in January to 58°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 24.5 inches. The timezone is Europe/Stockholm.

The median household income in Backe is $43,308, which is 42% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 59 business establishments.

Income: Backe vs Sweden

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Income

Median HH Income$43,308
42% below Sweden avg

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)59

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Backe has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 58°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 24.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 9.2 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 758 feet.

Temperature

14°F Jan (-10°C) 58°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average35.5°F
34% below Sweden avg
January Average14°F (-10°C)
July Average58°F (14°C)
Sunny Days292 days/yr

Geography

Elevation758 ft (231 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density907/sq mi
Coordinates63.8167°N, 16.4000°W
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 24.5"
36% below Sweden avg
Snowfall 9.2"
Wettest Month (Jul) 3.78"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.14"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

3 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.2. Most recent: M3.4 on Oct 12, 1998.

Jan 5, 1993 17 km NE of Vilhelmina, Sweden M4.2 105 km
Oct 12, 1998 14 km S of Bredbyn, Sweden M3.4 101 km
Mar 30, 1990 30 km NNW of Bergeforsen, Sweden M2.9 121 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 14°F (-10°C) 1.7 in Coldest
February 16°F (-9°C) 1.1 in Driest
March 25°F (-4°C) 1.3 in
April 33°F (1°C) 1.4 in
May 45°F (7°C) 1.6 in
June 54°F (12°C) 2.6 in
July 58°F (14°C) 3.8 in Warmest, Wettest
August 55°F (13°C) 2.8 in
September 46°F (8°C) 2.4 in
October 37°F (3°C) 2.1 in
November 25°F (-4°C) 2.1 in
December 17°F (-8°C) 1.7 in

Backe has a seasonal temperature swing of 44°F / from 14°F in January to 58°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 24.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.8") and February the driest (1.1").

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Schools in Backe

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Fjällsjöskolan och Riddarens förskola
Fjällsjöskolan
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Museums in Backe

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Hembygdsgård

Libraries in Backe

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliotek0.0

Restaurants in Backe

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Capitan Kök & Bar

Cafes in Backe

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bistro Landsomberget

Clinics in Backe

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Backe Hälsocentral

Gas Stations in Backe

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Fjällsjö petroleum
Preem - Rossön, Hotingsvägen

Airports Near Backe

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Dorotea AirfieldSmall Airport
Finlanda AirfieldSmall Airport
Ramsele AirfieldSmall Airport
Sollefteå/Långsele AirfieldSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Backe

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Fjällsjö kyrka

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 Backe

What is the population of Backe?

Backe has a population of 535 residents and is located in Sweden. The population density is 907 people per square mile, spread across 0.6 square miles.

Is Backe expensive to live in?

The median household income is $43,308, 42% below the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in Backe?

Backe has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winter temperatures average 14°F in January, while summers reach an average of 58°F in July. The area receives 292 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 24.5 inches, with 9.2 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Backe?

There are 59 business establishments in the area.

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