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Gävle, Sweden

Gävleborg · 🇸🇪 Sweden

Gävle is a mid-size city in Gävleborg, Sweden with a population of 74,884. Elevation: 10 ft (3 m). Average temperature: 41°F (5°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
74,884 Population 35/sq mi density
10 ft Elevation 3 meters
41°F Avg Temperature 5°C
24.3 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

Population74,884
Median Age41.1 yrs
Density35/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 Temp41°F (5°C)
AQI13 (Good)
Rain24.3 in/yr
Sunny Days292/yr
Elevation10 ft (3 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband95.7%
Population74,884
Population Density35 / sq mi
Elevation10 ft (3 m)
Coordinates60.6745°, 17.1417°
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm
Country🇸🇪 Sweden
State / ProvinceGävleborg
Average Temperature41°F (5°C)
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation24.3 inches (616 mm)
Annual Snowfall8.5 inches (21 cm)
Median Age41.1 years

Is Gävle a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Gävle 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. Gävle 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

Gävle has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. With 292 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 24.3 inches, including 8.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 13.

Gävle has a population of 74,884 with a density of 35 people per square mile. The median age is 41.1 years, 6% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

74,884
Total Population
35
People / sq mi
41.1yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg
2,122.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.4%
Female 49.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Gävle vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Gävle vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Gävle 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: Gävle 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 Gävle, 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: Gävle 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

Gävle has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. Annual precipitation is 24.3 inches. The area enjoys 292 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 13.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average41.4°F
23% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days292 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall24.3 inches
36% below US avg
Snowfall8.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median13.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.3%

Geography

Elevation10 ft (3 m)
Area2,122.4 sq mi (5,497.0 km²)
Population Density35/sq mi
Coordinates60.6745°N, 17.1417°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 Density35/sq mi
Total Area2,122.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access95.7%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities

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