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Garpenberg, Sweden

Dalarna · 🇸🇪 Sweden

Garpenberg is a small town in Dalarna, Sweden with a population of 515. Elevation: 427 ft (130 m). Average temperature: 41°F (5°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
515 Population 1,120/sq mi density
427 ft Elevation 130 meters
41°F Avg Temperature 5°C
25.1 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

Population515
Median Age41.1 yrs
Density1,120/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)
Rain25.1 in/yr
Sunny Days290/yr
Elevation427 ft (130 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband95.7%
Population515
Population Density1,120 / sq mi
Elevation427 ft (130 m)
Coordinates60.3167°, 16.2000°
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm
Country🇸🇪 Sweden
State / ProvinceDalarna
Average Temperature41°F (5°C)
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation25.1 inches (637 mm)
Annual Snowfall8.6 inches (22 cm)
Median Age41.1 years

Is Garpenberg a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Garpenberg 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. Garpenberg 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

Garpenberg has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. With 290 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 25.1 inches, including 8.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 13.

Garpenberg has a population of 515 with a density of 1,120 people per square mile, spread across 0.5 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

515
Total Population
1,120
People / sq mi
41.1yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.4%
Female 49.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Garpenberg vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Garpenberg vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Garpenberg is N/A. 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: Garpenberg 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 Garpenberg, 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: Garpenberg 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

Garpenberg has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. The area gets 290 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 25.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 8.6 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 427 feet.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-5°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average40.8°F
24% below US avg
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days290 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall25.1 inches
34% below US avg
Snowfall8.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median13.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.3%

Geography

Elevation427 ft (130 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²)
Population Density1,120/sq mi
Coordinates60.3167°N, 16.2000°W
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 24°F (-5°C) 1.7 in
February 24°F (-5°C) 1.1 in Coldest, Driest
March 30°F (-1°C) 1.5 in
April 38°F (3°C) 1.7 in
May 50°F (10°C) 1.6 in
June 57°F (14°C) 2.5 in
July 61°F (16°C) 3.0 in Warmest, Wettest
August 58°F (15°C) 2.9 in
September 50°F (10°C) 2.7 in
October 41°F (5°C) 2.2 in
November 32°F (0°C) 2.4 in
December 26°F (-3°C) 1.9 in

Garpenberg has a seasonal temperature swing of 37°F — from 24°F in February to 61°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 25.1 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.0") and February the driest (1.1").

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 Density1,120/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access95.7%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Garpenberg

What is the population of Garpenberg?

Garpenberg has a population of 515 residents and is located in Sweden. The population density is 1,120 people per square mile, spread across 0.5 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 Garpenberg expensive to live in?

Garpenberg is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 79.5 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Garpenberg?

Garpenberg has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 24°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 290 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 25.1 inches, with 8.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 13.

How is the job market in Garpenberg?

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

How are the schools in Garpenberg?

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

How healthy is Garpenberg?

The obesity rate in Garpenberg 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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