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Fjällbacka, Sweden

Västra Götaland · 🇸🇪 Sweden

Fjällbacka is a small town in Västra Götaland, Sweden with a population of 812. Elevation: 446 ft (136 m). Average temperature: 42°F (6°C).

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
812 Population
446 ft Elevation 136 meters
42°F Avg Temperature 6°C
30.7 in Annual Rain
Europe / Stockholm Timezone
$56,808 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$56,808 median income, 8.7% unemployment
A+
Education
4.6 / 5.0
45.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $56,808
24% lower than US avg
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

Population812
Median Age41.1 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

B
Median Income$56,808
Per Capita$54,950
Unemployment8.7%
Poverty0.8%

Health

Obesity15.3%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking7.8%
Depression16.2%

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (6°C)
AQI13 (Good)
Rain30.7 in/yr
Sunny Days280/yr
Elevation446 ft (136 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband95.7%
Population812
Elevation446 ft (136 m)
Coordinates59.0497°, 12.5667°
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm
Country🇸🇪 Sweden
State / ProvinceVästra Götaland
Average Temperature42°F (6°C)
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation30.7 inches (780 mm)
Annual Snowfall12.0 inches (31 cm)
Median Household Income$56,808
Median Age41.1 years

Is Fjällbacka a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Fjällbacka receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. 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, below-average incomes. Fjällbacka offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Fjällbacka is $56,808, 24% below the national average of $75,149. 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

Fjällbacka has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. With 280 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 30.7 inches, including 12.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 13.

Fjällbacka has a population of 812. 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

812
Total Population
41.1yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50.4%
Female 49.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Fjällbacka vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Fjällbacka vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fjällbacka is $56,808, which is 24% below the national average of $75,149. 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: Fjällbacka vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,808
24% below US avg
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 Fjällbacka, 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: Fjällbacka 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

Fjällbacka has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. The area gets 280 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 30.7 inches. The area receives 12.0 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 446 feet.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average42.1°F
22% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days280 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall30.7 inches
19% below US avg
Snowfall12.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median13.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.3%

Geography

Elevation446 ft (136 m)
Coordinates59.0497°N, 12.5667°W
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 26°F (-3°C) 2.4 in
February 26°F (-4°C) 1.8 in Coldest, Driest
March 32°F (-0°C) 1.9 in
April 40°F (4°C) 1.9 in
May 50°F (10°C) 1.9 in
June 57°F (14°C) 2.8 in
July 61°F (16°C) 2.6 in Warmest
August 59°F (15°C) 2.8 in
September 51°F (10°C) 3.4 in Wettest
October 43°F (6°C) 3.4 in
November 35°F (1°C) 3.3 in
December 28°F (-2°C) 2.7 in

Fjällbacka has a seasonal temperature swing of 35°F — from 26°F in February to 61°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 30.7 inches, with September being the wettest month (3.4") and February the driest (1.8").

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

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access95.7%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Fjällbacka

What is the population of Fjällbacka?

Fjällbacka has a population of 812 residents and is located in Sweden.. 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 Fjällbacka expensive to live in?

Fjällbacka is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 79.5 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $56,808, 24% below the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in Fjällbacka?

Fjällbacka has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 26°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 280 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 30.7 inches, with 12.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 13.

How is the job market in Fjällbacka?

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

How are the schools in Fjällbacka?

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

How healthy is Fjällbacka?

The obesity rate in Fjällbacka 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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