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Björbo, Sweden

Dalarna · 🇸🇪 Sweden

Björbo is a small town in Dalarna, Sweden with a population of 658. Elevation: 696 ft (212 m). Average temperature: 39°F (4°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
658 Population 927/sq mi density
696 ft Elevation 212 meters
39°F Avg Temperature 4°C
26.1 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

Population658
Median Age41.1 yrs
Density927/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 Temp39°F (4°C)
AQI13 (Good)
Rain26.1 in/yr
Sunny Days289/yr
Elevation696 ft (212 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband95.7%
Population658
Population Density927 / sq mi
Elevation696 ft (212 m)
Coordinates60.4594°, 14.7160°
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm
Country🇸🇪 Sweden
State / ProvinceDalarna
Average Temperature39°F (4°C)
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average60°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation26.1 inches (663 mm)
Annual Snowfall8.2 inches (21 cm)
Median Age41.1 years

Is Björbo a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Björbo 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. Björbo 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

Björbo has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. With 289 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 26.1 inches, including 8.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 13.

Björbo has a population of 658 with a density of 927 people per square mile, spread across 0.7 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

658
Total Population
927
People / sq mi
41.1yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.4%
Female 49.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Björbo vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Björbo vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Björbo 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: Björbo 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 Björbo, 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: Björbo 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

Björbo has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. The area gets 289 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 26.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 8.2 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 696 feet.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 60°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average39.1°F
28% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average60°F (15°C)
Sunny Days289 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall26.1 inches
31% below US avg
Snowfall8.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median13.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.3%

Geography

Elevation696 ft (212 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.8 km²)
Population Density927/sq mi
Coordinates60.4594°N, 14.7160°W
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 21°F (-6°C) 1.6 in Coldest
February 21°F (-6°C) 1.1 in Driest
March 29°F (-2°C) 1.4 in
April 37°F (3°C) 1.8 in
May 49°F (9°C) 1.9 in
June 56°F (13°C) 2.8 in
July 60°F (15°C) 3.3 in Warmest, Wettest
August 57°F (14°C) 3.1 in
September 48°F (9°C) 2.7 in
October 40°F (4°C) 2.4 in
November 30°F (-1°C) 2.4 in
December 23°F (-5°C) 1.8 in

Björbo has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F — from 21°F in January to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 26.1 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.3") and February the driest (1.1").

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 Density927/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access95.7%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Björbo

What is the population of Björbo?

Björbo has a population of 658 residents and is located in Sweden. The population density is 927 people per square mile, spread across 0.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 41.1 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.6% female and 50.4% male.

Is Björbo expensive to live in?

Björbo is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 79.5 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Björbo?

Björbo has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 21°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 289 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 26.1 inches, with 8.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 13.

How is the job market in Björbo?

The job market in Björbo faces challenges, with unemployment at 8.7% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Björbo?

45.0% of adults in Björbo hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Björbo?

The obesity rate in Björbo is 15.3% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 7.8% of adults are smokers. 84.7% are physically inactive. 16.2% of residents report depression.

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