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

Population6,090

Median Age41.1 yrs

Density2,264/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 Temp40°F (4°C)

AQI13 (Good)

Rain26.1 in/yr

Sunny Days289/yr

Elevation374 ft (114 m)

Education

A+

Bachelor's+45.0%

High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A

Broadband95.7%

Population	6,090
Population Density	2,264 / sq mi
Elevation	374 ft (114 m)
Coordinates	60.5457°, 16.2867°
Timezone	Europe/Stockholm
Country	🇸🇪 Sweden
State / Province	Gävleborg
Average Temperature	40°F (4°C)
January Average	23°F (-5°C)
July Average	60°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation	26.1 inches (664 mm)
Annual Snowfall	8.8 inches (22 cm)
Median Age	41.1 years

Is Hofors a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hofors 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. Hofors 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

Hofors has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. With 289 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 26.1 inches, including 8.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 13.

Hofors has a population of 6,090 with a density of 2,264 people per square mile. The median age is 41.1 years, 6% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

6,090

Total Population

2,264

People / sq mi

41.1yrs

Median Age

6% above US avg

2.7mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.4%

Female 49.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Hofors vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages	100%

Social Characteristics

Hofors vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hofors 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: Hofors vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$54,950

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	8.7%
	141% above US avg
Poverty Rate	0.8%
	94% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	79.50 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Hofors, 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: Hofors vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	15.3%
	52% below US avg
Diabetes	4.9%
High Blood Pressure	30.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	7.8%
	44% below US avg
Binge Drinking	9.6%
Physical Inactivity	84.7%
Depression	16.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	85.0%

Food & Exercise

Hofors has an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. Annual precipitation is 26.1 inches. The area enjoys 289 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 13.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)

Annual Average	40.0°F
	26% below US avg
January Average	23°F (-5°C)
July Average	60°F (16°C)
Sunny Days	289 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	26.1 inches
	31% below US avg
Snowfall	8.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	13.0
Rating	Good
Good Days %	92.3%

Geography

Elevation	374 ft (114 m)
Area	2.7 sq mi (7.0 km²)
Population Density	2,264/sq mi
Coordinates	60.5457°N, 16.2867°W
Timezone	Europe/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 Density	2,264/sq mi
Total Area	2.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	95.7%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Hofors, Sweden

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Is Hofors a Good Place to Live?

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Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Hofors vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Hofors vs U.S. Average

Income: Hofors vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Health Metrics: Hofors vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

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