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Hammarby, Sweden

Gävleborg · 🇸🇪 Sweden

Hammarby is a small town in Gävleborg, Sweden with a population of 533. Elevation: 194 ft (59 m). Average temperature: 41°F (5°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
533 Population 1,300/sq mi density
194 ft Elevation 59 meters
41°F Avg Temperature 5°C
24.6 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

Population533
Median Age41.1 yrs
Density1,300/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)
Rain24.6 in/yr
Sunny Days291/yr
Elevation194 ft (59 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband95.7%
Population533
Population Density1,300 / sq mi
Elevation194 ft (59 m)
Coordinates60.5439°, 16.5693°
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm
Country🇸🇪 Sweden
State / ProvinceGävleborg
Average Temperature41°F (5°C)
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average62°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation24.6 inches (624 mm)
Annual Snowfall8.3 inches (21 cm)
Median Age41.1 years

Is Hammarby a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hammarby 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. Hammarby 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

Hammarby has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. With 291 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 24.6 inches, including 8.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 13.

Hammarby has a population of 533 with a density of 1,300 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

533
Total Population
1,300
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

Hammarby vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Hammarby vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hammarby 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: Hammarby 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 Hammarby, 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: Hammarby 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

Hammarby has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. The area gets 291 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 24.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 8.3 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 194 feet.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-5°C) 62°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average41.1°F
24% below US avg
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average62°F (16°C)
Sunny Days291 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall24.6 inches
35% below US avg
Snowfall8.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median13.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.3%

Geography

Elevation194 ft (59 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density1,300/sq mi
Coordinates60.5439°N, 16.5693°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) 1.4 in
April 39°F (4°C) 1.7 in
May 50°F (10°C) 1.5 in
June 58°F (14°C) 2.3 in
July 62°F (16°C) 3.0 in Warmest, Wettest
August 59°F (15°C) 3.0 in
September 50°F (10°C) 2.6 in
October 41°F (5°C) 2.2 in
November 33°F (0°C) 2.3 in
December 26°F (-4°C) 1.9 in

Hammarby has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F — from 24°F in February to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 24.6 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 Density1,300/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access95.7%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Hammarby

What is the population of Hammarby?

Hammarby has a population of 533 residents and is located in Sweden. The population density is 1,300 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 Hammarby expensive to live in?

Hammarby 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 Hammarby?

Hammarby 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 62°F in July. The area receives 291 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 24.6 inches, with 8.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 13.

How is the job market in Hammarby?

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

How are the schools in Hammarby?

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

How healthy is Hammarby?

The obesity rate in Hammarby 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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