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Hillared, Sweden

Västra Götaland · 🇸🇪 Sweden

Hillared is a small town in Västra Götaland, Sweden with a population of 639. Elevation: 640 ft (195 m). Average temperature: 43°F (6°C).

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
639 Population 1,420/sq mi density
640 ft Elevation 195 meters
43°F Avg Temperature 6°C
38.5 in Annual Rain
Europe / Stockholm Timezone
$56,808 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$56,808 median income, 8.7% unemployment
A+
Education
4.6 / 5.0
45.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $56,808
24% lower than US avg
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

Population639
Median Age41.1 yrs
Density1,420/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

B
Median Income$56,808
Per Capita$54,950
Unemployment8.7%
Poverty0.8%

Health

Obesity15.3%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking7.8%
Depression16.2%

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)
AQI13 (Good)
Rain38.5 in/yr
Sunny Days266/yr
Elevation640 ft (195 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband95.7%
Population639
Population Density1,420 / sq mi
Elevation640 ft (195 m)
Coordinates57.6333°, 13.1500°
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm
Country🇸🇪 Sweden
State / ProvinceVästra Götaland
Average Temperature43°F (6°C)
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation38.5 inches (978 mm)
Annual Snowfall12.4 inches (31 cm)
Median Household Income$56,808
Median Age41.1 years

Is Hillared a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hillared receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. 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, below-average incomes. Hillared offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hillared is $56,808, 24% below the national average of $75,149. 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

Hillared has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. With 266 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.5 inches, including 12.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 13.

Hillared has a population of 639 with a density of 1,420 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

639
Total Population
1,420
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

Hillared vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Hillared vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hillared is $56,808, which is 24% below the national average of $75,149. 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: Hillared vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,808
24% below US avg
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 Hillared, 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: Hillared 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

Hillared has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. The area gets 266 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 38.5 inches. The area receives 12.4 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 640 feet.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average42.9°F
21% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Sunny Days266 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.5 inches
1% above US avg
Snowfall12.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median13.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.3%

Geography

Elevation640 ft (195 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²)
Population Density1,420/sq mi
Coordinates57.6333°N, 13.1500°W
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 28°F (-2°C) 3.5 in Coldest
February 28°F (-2°C) 2.4 in
March 33°F (0°C) 2.5 in
April 40°F (4°C) 2.2 in Driest
May 50°F (10°C) 2.3 in
June 57°F (14°C) 3.0 in
July 60°F (16°C) 3.4 in Warmest
August 58°F (15°C) 3.3 in
September 51°F (11°C) 4.1 in Wettest
October 44°F (7°C) 3.9 in
November 36°F (2°C) 4.1 in
December 31°F (-1°C) 3.9 in

Hillared has a seasonal temperature swing of 32°F — from 28°F in January to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 38.5 inches, with September being the wettest month (4.1") and April the driest (2.2").

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 Density1,420/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access95.7%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Hillared

What is the population of Hillared?

Hillared has a population of 639 residents and is located in Sweden. The population density is 1,420 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 Hillared expensive to live in?

Hillared is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 79.5 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $56,808, 24% below the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in Hillared?

Hillared has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 28°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 266 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 38.5 inches, with 12.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 13.

How is the job market in Hillared?

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

How are the schools in Hillared?

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

How healthy is Hillared?

The obesity rate in Hillared 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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