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Forsbacka, Sweden

Västerbotten · Sweden

Forsbacka is a small town in Västerbotten, Sweden with a population of 1,748. Elevation: 472 ft (144 m). Average temperature: 36°F (2°C).

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1,748 Population 2,331/sq mi density
472 ft Elevation 144 meters
36°F Avg Temperature 2°C
23.7 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 Forsbacka

Forsbacka

Forsbacka is a locality situated in Gävle Municipality, Gävleborg County, Sweden with 1,702 inhabitants in 2010.

People

Population1,748
Density2,331/mi²

Economy

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Median Income$56,808

Climate

Avg Temp36°F (2°C)
Rain23.7 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation472 ft (144 m)
Population1,748
Population Density2,331 / sq mi
Elevation472 ft (144 m)
Coordinates64.7667°, 20.5000°
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm
Country🇸🇪 Sweden
State / ProvinceVästerbotten
Average Temperature36°F (2°C)
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation23.7 inches (602 mm)
Annual Snowfall9.3 inches (24 cm)
Median Household Income$56,808

About Forsbacka

Forsbacka is a small town in Sweden (Västerbotten) with a population of 1,748. The city sits at an elevation of 472 feet (144 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 36°F (2°C). Temperatures range from 16°F in January to 59°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 23.7 inches. The timezone is Europe/Stockholm.

The median household income in Forsbacka is $56,808, which is 24% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 192 business establishments.

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Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)192

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Forsbacka has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. The area gets 293 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 23.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 9.3 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 472 feet.

Temperature

16°F Jan (-9°C) 59°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average35.7°F
34% below Sweden avg
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Geography

Elevation472 ft (144 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (1.9 km²)
Population Density2,331/sq mi
Coordinates64.7667°N, 20.5000°W
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 23.7"
38% below Sweden avg
Snowfall 9.3"
Wettest Month (Jul) 3.27"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.18"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

12 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.2. Most recent: M4.2 on Mar 19, 2016.

Mar 19, 2016 56 km ESE of Piteå, Sweden M4.2 100 km
Jun 15, 2010 13 km S of Bureå, Sweden M4.1 47 km
May 22, 1992 33 km E of Sävar, Sweden M3.8 102 km
Feb 15, 1993 16 km SE of Burträsk, Sweden M3.8 44 km
Apr 17, 1995 13 km NW of Burträsk, Sweden M3.7 19 km
Sep 23, 1991 10 km ENE of Skelleftehamn, Sweden M3.5 44 km
Jun 6, 1991 41 km ESE of Luleå, Sweden M3.1 132 km
Jun 28, 2005 30 km ESE of Sorsele, Sweden M3.1 133 km
Apr 16, 1992 21 km W of Robertsfors, Sweden M2.9 62 km
Jan 19, 1991 23 km E of Sorsele, Sweden M2.8 145 km
May 22, 2007 19 km SW of Burträsk, Sweden M2.7 41 km
Aug 22, 1990 5 km NNW of Sävar, Sweden M2.6 91 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 16°F (-9°C) 1.6 in Coldest
February 17°F (-9°C) 1.2 in Driest
March 24°F (-4°C) 1.4 in
April 33°F (1°C) 1.2 in
May 45°F (7°C) 1.5 in
June 55°F (13°C) 2.2 in
July 59°F (15°C) 3.3 in Warmest, Wettest
August 55°F (13°C) 2.8 in
September 46°F (8°C) 2.4 in
October 36°F (2°C) 2.2 in
November 25°F (-4°C) 2.2 in
December 19°F (-7°C) 1.7 in

Forsbacka has a seasonal temperature swing of 43°F / from 16°F in January to 59°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 23.7 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.3") and February the driest (1.2").

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Radio Stations near Forsbacka

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Northern Metal Radio MP3 256 kbps

Museums in Forsbacka

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Bergrum Boliden
Finnfors kraftverksmuseum

Libraries in Forsbacka

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bolidens Biblotek0.0

Airports Near Forsbacka

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Skellefteå AirportSFTMedium Airport
Nyholm AirstripSmall Airport

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 Forsbacka

What is the population of Forsbacka?

Forsbacka has a population of 1,748 residents and is located in Sweden. The population density is 2,331 people per square mile, spread across 0.8 square miles.

Is Forsbacka 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 Forsbacka?

Forsbacka has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winter temperatures average 16°F in January, while summers reach an average of 59°F in July. The area receives 293 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 23.7 inches, with 9.3 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Forsbacka?

There are 192 business establishments in the area.

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