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Bräkne-Hoby, Sweden

Blekinge · 🇸🇪 Sweden

Bräkne-Hoby is a small town in Blekinge, Sweden with a population of 1,708. Elevation: 102 ft (31 m). Average temperature: 45°F (7°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
1,708 Population 1,798/sq mi density
102 ft Elevation 31 meters
45°F Avg Temperature 7°C
25.6 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

Population1,708
Median Age41.1 yrs
Density1,798/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 Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI13 (Good)
Rain25.6 in/yr
Sunny Days290/yr
Elevation102 ft (31 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband95.7%
Population1,708
Population Density1,798 / sq mi
Elevation102 ft (31 m)
Coordinates56.2333°, 15.1167°
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm
Country🇸🇪 Sweden
State / ProvinceBlekinge
Average Temperature45°F (7°C)
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average62°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation25.6 inches (649 mm)
Annual Snowfall7.7 inches (20 cm)
Median Age41.1 years

Is Bräkne-Hoby a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bräkne-Hoby 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. Bräkne-Hoby 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

Bräkne-Hoby has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. With 290 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 25.6 inches, including 7.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 13.

Bräkne-Hoby has a population of 1,708 with a density of 1,798 people per square mile. The median age is 41.1 years, 6% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

1,708
Total Population
1,798
People / sq mi
41.1yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.4%
Female 49.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Bräkne-Hoby vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Bräkne-Hoby vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bräkne-Hoby is N/A. The unemployment rate is 8.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.8% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Bräkne-Hoby 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 Bräkne-Hoby, 15.3% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 7.8% are current smokers. 16.2% report depression. 84.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Bräkne-Hoby 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

Bräkne-Hoby has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. Annual precipitation is 25.6 inches. The area enjoys 290 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 13.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 62°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average44.9°F
17% below US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average62°F (16°C)
Sunny Days290 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall25.6 inches
33% below US avg
Snowfall7.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median13.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.3%

Geography

Elevation102 ft (31 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²)
Population Density1,798/sq mi
Coordinates56.2333°N, 15.1167°W
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm
45.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (34% above US avg). 95.7% of households have broadband internet.

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 Density1,798/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access95.7%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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