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Bjästa, Sweden

Västernorrland · Sweden

Bjästa is a small town in Västernorrland, Sweden with a population of 1,845. Elevation: 108 ft (33 m). Average temperature: 38°F (3°C).

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1,845 Population 1,942/sq mi density
108 ft Elevation 33 meters
38°F Avg Temperature 3°C
26.2 in Annual Rain
Europe / Stockholm Timezone
$56,808 Median Income
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Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$56,808 median income

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About Bjästa

Bjästa

Bjästa is a locality situated in Örnsköldsvik Municipality, Västernorrland County, Sweden with 1,808 inhabitants in 2010.

People

Population1,845
Density1,942/mi²

Economy

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Median Income$56,808

Climate

Avg Temp38°F (3°C)
Rain26.2 in/yr
Sunny Days288/yr
Elevation108 ft (33 m)
Population1,845
Population Density1,942 / sq mi
Elevation108 ft (33 m)
Coordinates63.2000°, 18.5000°
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm
Country🇸🇪 Sweden
State / ProvinceVästernorrland
Average Temperature38°F (3°C)
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation26.2 inches (666 mm)
Annual Snowfall11.7 inches (30 cm)
Median Household Income$56,808

About Bjästa

Bjästa is a small town in Sweden (Västernorrland) with a population of 1,845. The city sits at an elevation of 108 feet (33 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 38°F (3°C). Temperatures range from 19°F in January to 59°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 26.2 inches. The timezone is Europe/Stockholm.

The median household income in Bjästa is $56,808, which is 24% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 203 business establishments.

Income: Bjästa vs Sweden

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Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)203

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Bjästa has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F (3°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. The area gets 288 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 26.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 11.7 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 108 feet.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-7°C) 59°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average37.7°F
30% below Sweden avg
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Sunny Days288 days/yr

Geography

Elevation108 ft (33 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²)
Population Density1,942/sq mi
Coordinates63.2000°N, 18.5000°W
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 26.2"
31% below Sweden avg
Snowfall 11.7"
Wettest Month (Jul) 3.11"
Driest Month (May) 1.34"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

6 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.4. Most recent: M3.2 on May 13, 2005.

Dec 15, 1991 9 km SE of Njurundabommen, Sweden M3.4 122 km
Oct 12, 1998 14 km S of Bredbyn, Sweden M3.4 23 km
May 13, 2005 8 km SE of Söråker, Sweden M3.2 94 km
Mar 30, 1990 30 km NNW of Bergeforsen, Sweden M2.9 84 km
Apr 16, 1992 21 km W of Robertsfors, Sweden M2.9 146 km
Aug 22, 1990 5 km NNW of Sävar, Sweden M2.6 130 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 19°F (-7°C) 2.0 in Coldest
February 20°F (-7°C) 1.5 in
March 26°F (-3°C) 1.7 in
April 35°F (1°C) 1.5 in
May 45°F (7°C) 1.3 in Driest
June 55°F (13°C) 2.0 in
July 59°F (15°C) 3.1 in Warmest, Wettest
August 57°F (14°C) 2.7 in
September 48°F (9°C) 2.7 in
October 39°F (4°C) 2.7 in
November 28°F (-2°C) 3.0 in
December 22°F (-5°C) 2.0 in

Bjästa has a seasonal temperature swing of 40°F / from 19°F in January to 59°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 26.2 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.1") and May the driest (1.3").

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Schools in Bjästa

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Resans förskola
Västanåskolan
Bjästaskolan
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Museums in Bjästa

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Brynge kulturområde
Gene Fornby
Genesmons arkeologiska friluftsmuseum
Hans Hedberg museum
Hembygdsgård
MoDo museum
Ödbergska Gården
Örnsköldsviks museum & konsthall
Sidensjö Hembygdsgård
Själevads Hembygdsgård

Libraries in Bjästa

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Arkenbiblioteket0.0
Boklådan0.0

Restaurants in Bjästa

4 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bjästa Pizzeria
Näske Krog
Nätra Motell & Restaurang
Restaurang Chaplin

Clinics in Bjästa

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Blåvik

Bus Stations in Bjästa

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bjästa

Gas Stations in Bjästa

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ingo Bjästa
OKQ8

Banks in Bjästa

2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Handelsbanken
Swedbank

Stadiums & Teams in Bjästa

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Ski Resorts Near Bjästa

3 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Skulebacken 0.0 $0
Bjästabacken 0.0 $0
Paradiskullen 0.0 $0

Airports Near Bjästa

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Kramfors-Sollefteå Höga Kusten AirportKRFMedium Airport
Örnsköldsvik AirportOERMedium Airport
Åviken Fly CampSmall Airport
Mellansel AirfieldSmall Airport
Myran AirfieldSmall Airport
Överlanda AirfieldSmall Airport

Treatment Centers in Bjästa

2 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Stroke- och rehabiliteringsavdelning
Synrehabilitering

Churches & Religious Organizations in Bjästa

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Nätra kyrka
Pingstkyrkan

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 Bjästa

What is the population of Bjästa?

Bjästa has a population of 1,845 residents and is located in Sweden. The population density is 1,942 people per square mile, spread across 1.0 square miles.

Is Bjästa 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 Bjästa?

Bjästa has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F (3°C). Winter temperatures average 19°F in January, while summers reach an average of 59°F in July. The area receives 288 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 26.2 inches, with 11.7 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Bjästa?

There are 203 business establishments in the area.

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