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Grums, Sweden

Värmland · 🇸🇪 Sweden

Grums is a small city in Värmland, Sweden with a population of 5,040. Elevation: 210 ft (64 m). Average temperature: 42°F (5°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
5,040 Population 2,323/sq mi density
210 ft Elevation 64 meters
42°F Avg Temperature 5°C
28.0 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

Population5,040
Median Age41.1 yrs
Density2,323/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 Temp42°F (5°C)
AQI13 (Good)
Rain28.0 in/yr
Sunny Days285/yr
Elevation210 ft (64 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband95.7%
Population5,040
Population Density2,323 / sq mi
Elevation210 ft (64 m)
Coordinates59.3514°, 13.1111°
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm
Country🇸🇪 Sweden
State / ProvinceVärmland
Average Temperature42°F (5°C)
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation28.0 inches (712 mm)
Annual Snowfall10.2 inches (26 cm)
Median Age41.1 years

Is Grums a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Grums 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. Grums 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

Grums has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. With 285 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 28.0 inches, including 10.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 13.

Grums has a population of 5,040 with a density of 2,323 people per square mile. The median age is 41.1 years, 6% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

5,040
Total Population
2,323
People / sq mi
41.1yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg
2.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.4%
Female 49.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Grums vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Grums vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Grums 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: Grums 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 Grums, 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: Grums 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

Grums has an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. Annual precipitation is 28.0 inches. The area enjoys 285 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 13.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-5°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average41.7°F
23% below US avg
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days285 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall28.0 inches
26% below US avg
Snowfall10.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median13.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.3%

Geography

Elevation210 ft (64 m)
Area2.2 sq mi (5.6 km²)
Population Density2,323/sq mi
Coordinates59.3514°N, 13.1111°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 Density2,323/sq mi
Total Area2.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access95.7%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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