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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).

3.4 /5.0
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812 Population 269/sq mi density
446 ft Elevation 136 meters
42°F Avg Temperature 6°C
30.7 in Annual Rain
Europe / Stockholm Timezone
$56,808 Median Income
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Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$56,808 median income

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People

Population812
Density269/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$56,808

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (6°C)
Rain30.7 in/yr
Sunny Days280/yr
Elevation446 ft (136 m)
Population812
Population Density269 / sq mi
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

About Fjällbacka

Fjällbacka is a small town in Sweden (Västra Götaland) with a population of 812. The city sits at an elevation of 446 feet (136 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 42°F (6°C). Temperatures range from 26°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 30.7 inches. The timezone is Europe/Stockholm.

The median household income in Fjällbacka is $56,808, which is 24% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 89 business establishments.

Income: Fjällbacka vs Sweden

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Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)89

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

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. 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 Sweden avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days280 days/yr

Geography

Elevation446 ft (136 m)
Area3.0 sq mi (7.8 km²)
Population Density269/sq mi
Coordinates59.0497°N, 12.5667°W
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 30.7"
19% below Sweden avg
Snowfall 12.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 3.43"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.77"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

16 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.8. Most recent: M2.8 on Jun 23, 2018.

Feb 19, 1992 5 km SE of Fredrikstad, Norway M3.8 90 km
Nov 19, 1994 0 km WNW of Jessheim, Norway M3.5 145 km
Nov 29, 2000 9 km E of Strömstad, Sweden M3.4 72 km
Jul 29, 2015 4 km NE of Nolvik, Sweden M3.4 144 km
Nov 12, 1993 2 km SE of Åmotfors, Sweden M3.4 78 km
Feb 1, 1995 11 km SSW of Töreboda, Sweden M3.4 96 km
May 10, 1994 24 km SW of Ellös, Sweden M3.2 139 km
Sep 28, 1993 44 km WSW of Grebbestad, Sweden M2.9 129 km
Apr 22, 1993 13 km W of Skärhamn, Sweden M2.8 139 km
Jun 23, 2018 2 km SW of Götene, Sweden M2.8 79 km
Aug 15, 1991 7 km ESE of Stavern, Norway M2.7 138 km
Feb 1, 1991 5 km SSE of Melsomvik, Norway M2.6 127 km
Aug 29, 1991 43 km W of Smögen, Sweden M2.6 140 km
Dec 12, 1994 8 km S of Rotnes, Norway M2.6 142 km
May 15, 1994 13 km NNW of Ryd, Sweden M2.6 145 km
May 23, 1990 50 km WNW of Smögen, Sweden M2.5 135 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 6.0 m (20 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1966 EASTERN NORWAY Meteorological 6.0 m 126 km
1969 NORSALV RIVER Meteorological 5.0 m 66 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

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").

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Museums in Fjällbacka

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Åmåls Järnvägsmuseum
Dalsland Canal Museum
Dalsland Konstmuseum
Fengersfors bruk
Gamla Magasinet
Hembygdsmuseet
Homografiska muséet
Kanalmuseum Håverud
Värmlands Vikingacenter
Von Echstedtska Gården

Libraries in Fjällbacka

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Åmåls bibliotek0.0

Hotels in Fjällbacka

3 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Svaneholm Hotel
Svanskogs värdshus
Tössestugan

Restaurants in Fjällbacka

2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Edsleskog Wardshus
Tössestugan

Cafes in Fjällbacka

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Not Quite Café

Theme Parks in Fjällbacka

2 theme parks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hudson Bay
Hudson Bay

Train Stations in Fjällbacka

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Svanskog

Gas Stations in Fjällbacka

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Circle K
Fengersfors Fröskogs lanthandel

Golf Courses in Fjällbacka

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Forsbacka Golfklubb

Airports Near Fjällbacka

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Råda Air BaseMedium Airport
Såtenäs Air BaseMedium Airport
Trollhättan-Vänersborg AirportTHNMedium Airport
Arvika AirfieldSmall Airport
Lidköping-Hovby AirportLDKSmall Airport
Säffle AirfieldSmall Airport

Treatment Centers in Fjällbacka

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Närhälsan Åmål rehabmottagning

Churches & Religious Organizations in Fjällbacka

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Edsleskogs kyrka
Fröskogs kyrka
Tösse gamla kyrka
Tösse 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 Fjällbacka

What is the population of Fjällbacka?

Fjällbacka has a population of 812 residents and is located in Sweden. The population density is 269 people per square mile, spread across 3.0 square miles.

Is Fjällbacka 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 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.

How is the job market in Fjällbacka?

There are 89 business establishments in the area.

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