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Gällstad, Sweden

Västra Götaland · 🇸🇪 Sweden

Gällstad is a small town in Västra Götaland, Sweden with a population of 536. Elevation: 719 ft (219 m). Average temperature: 42°F (6°C).

4.2 /5.0
A Great
536 Population 1,449/sq mi density
719 ft Elevation 219 meters
42°F Avg Temperature 6°C
32.7 in Annual Rain
Europe / Stockholm Timezone
$56,808 Median Income
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$56,808 median income, 8.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$750/mo rent
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
Median Rent $750
36% lower 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

Population536
Median Age41.1 yrs
Density1,449/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

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

Housing

A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$750
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (6°C)
AQI13 (Good)
Rain32.7 in/yr
Sunny Days277/yr
Elevation719 ft (219 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband95.7%
Population536
Population Density1,449 / sq mi
Elevation719 ft (219 m)
Coordinates57.6667°, 13.4333°
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm
Country🇸🇪 Sweden
State / ProvinceVästra Götaland
Average Temperature42°F (6°C)
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation32.7 inches (830 mm)
Annual Snowfall13.1 inches (33 cm)
Median Household Income$56,808
Median Age41.1 years

Is Gällstad a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Gällstad receives an overall livability score of 4.2 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, below-average incomes. Gällstad stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Gällstad 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%.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $750 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

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

Gällstad has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. With 277 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 32.7 inches, including 13.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 13.

Gällstad has a population of 536 with a density of 1,449 people per square mile, spread across 0.4 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

536
Total Population
1,449
People / sq mi
41.1yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.4%
Female 49.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Gällstad vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Gällstad vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Gällstad 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: Gällstad 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

Monthly rent averages $750 (36% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$750
36% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied64.1%

Property Tax

In Gällstad, 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: Gällstad 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

Gällstad has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. The area gets 277 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 32.7 inches. The area receives 13.1 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 719 feet.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 59°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average42.3°F
22% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Sunny Days277 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall32.7 inches
14% below US avg
Snowfall13.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median13.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.3%

Geography

Elevation719 ft (219 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density1,449/sq mi
Coordinates57.6667°N, 13.4333°W
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 27°F (-3°C) 2.8 in
February 27°F (-3°C) 1.9 in Coldest, Driest
March 32°F (0°C) 2.1 in
April 39°F (4°C) 1.9 in
May 49°F (10°C) 2.1 in
June 56°F (13°C) 2.8 in
July 59°F (15°C) 3.1 in Warmest
August 58°F (14°C) 2.9 in
September 50°F (10°C) 3.6 in Wettest
October 43°F (6°C) 3.2 in
November 35°F (2°C) 3.2 in
December 30°F (-1°C) 3.1 in

Gällstad has a seasonal temperature swing of 32°F — from 27°F in February to 59°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 32.7 inches, with September being the wettest month (3.6") and February the driest (1.9").

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 Density1,449/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access95.7%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Gällstad

What is the population of Gällstad?

Gällstad has a population of 536 residents and is located in Sweden. The population density is 1,449 people per square mile, spread across 0.4 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 Gällstad expensive to live in?

Gällstad 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. Renters pay a median of $750 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

What is the weather like in Gällstad?

Gällstad has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 27°F in January, while summers reach an average of 59°F in July. The area receives 277 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 32.7 inches, with 13.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 13.

How is the job market in Gällstad?

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

How much does housing cost in Gällstad?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $750.

How are the schools in Gällstad?

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

How healthy is Gällstad?

The obesity rate in Gällstad 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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