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Glimåkra, Sweden

Skåne · 🇸🇪 Sweden

Glimåkra is a small town in Skåne, Sweden with a population of 1,466. Elevation: 236 ft (72 m). Average temperature: 45°F (7°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
1,466 Population 1,788/sq mi density
236 ft Elevation 72 meters
45°F Avg Temperature 7°C
27.8 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

Population1,466
Median Age41.1 yrs
Density1,788/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 Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI13 (Good)
Rain27.8 in/yr
Sunny Days286/yr
Elevation236 ft (72 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband95.7%
Population1,466
Population Density1,788 / sq mi
Elevation236 ft (72 m)
Coordinates56.3000°, 14.1333°
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm
Country🇸🇪 Sweden
State / ProvinceSkåne
Average Temperature45°F (7°C)
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation27.8 inches (706 mm)
Annual Snowfall8.5 inches (21 cm)
Median Age41.1 years

Is Glimåkra a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Glimåkra 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. Glimåkra 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

Glimåkra has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. With 286 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 27.8 inches, including 8.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 13.

Glimåkra has a population of 1,466 with a density of 1,788 people per square mile, spread across 0.8 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

1,466
Total Population
1,788
People / sq mi
41.1yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.4%
Female 49.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Glimåkra vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Glimåkra vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Glimåkra 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: Glimåkra 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 Glimåkra, 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: Glimåkra 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

Glimåkra has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. The area gets 286 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 27.8 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 8.5 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 236 feet.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average44.5°F
18% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days286 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall27.8 inches
27% below US avg
Snowfall8.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median13.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.3%

Geography

Elevation236 ft (72 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.1 km²)
Population Density1,788/sq mi
Coordinates56.3000°N, 14.1333°W
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temp Precipitation
Jan 30°F (-1°C)
2.4"
Feb 30°F (-1°C)
1.6"
Mar 35°F (1°C)
2.0"
Apr 42°F (5°C)
1.7"
May 51°F (11°C)
1.8"
Jun 57°F (14°C)
2.6"
Jul 61°F (16°C)
2.8"
Aug 60°F (15°C)
2.5"
Sep 53°F (11°C)
2.8"
Oct 46°F (8°C)
2.6"
Nov 38°F (3°C)
2.7"
Dec 32°F (0°C)
2.5"

The warmest month is July at 61°F, while the coldest is January at 30°F — a seasonal swing of 31°F. July sees the most rain (2.8"), while February is the driest (1.6").

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 Density1,788/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access95.7%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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