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Hortlax, Sweden

Norrbotten · Sweden

Hortlax is a small town in Norrbotten, Sweden with a population of 1,128. Elevation: 33 ft (10 m). Average temperature: 37°F (3°C).

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1,128 Population 1,064/sq mi density
33 ft Elevation 10 meters
37°F Avg Temperature 3°C
21.3 in Annual Rain
Europe / Stockholm Timezone
$54,648 Median Income
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Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$54,648 median income

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About Hortlax

Hortlax

Hortlax is a locality situated in Piteå Municipality, Norrbotten County, Sweden with 1,248 inhabitants in 2010.

People

Population1,128
Density1,064/mi²

Economy

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Median Income$54,648

Climate

Avg Temp37°F (3°C)
Rain21.3 in/yr
Sunny Days297/yr
Elevation33 ft (10 m)
Population1,128
Population Density1,064 / sq mi
Elevation33 ft (10 m)
Coordinates65.2819°, 21.4054°
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm
Country🇸🇪 Sweden
State / ProvinceNorrbotten
Average Temperature37°F (3°C)
January Average17°F (-9°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation21.3 inches (542 mm)
Annual Snowfall9.1 inches (23 cm)
Median Household Income$54,648

About Hortlax

Hortlax is a small town in Sweden (Norrbotten) with a population of 1,128. The city sits at an elevation of 33 feet (10 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 37°F (3°C). Temperatures range from 17°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 21.3 inches. The timezone is Europe/Stockholm.

The median household income in Hortlax is $54,648, which is 27% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 124 business establishments.

Income: Hortlax vs Sweden

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Income

Median HH Income$54,648
27% below Sweden avg

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)124

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Hortlax has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. The area gets 297 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 21.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 9.1 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 33 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-9°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average36.7°F
32% below Sweden avg
January Average17°F (-9°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days297 days/yr

Geography

Elevation33 ft (10 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.7 km²)
Population Density1,064/sq mi
Coordinates65.2819°N, 21.4054°W
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 21.3"
44% below Sweden avg
Snowfall 9.1"
Wettest Month (Jul) 2.52"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.98"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

9 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.2. Most recent: M3.5 on Jun 27, 2018.

Mar 19, 2016 56 km ESE of Piteå, Sweden M4.2 57 km
Jun 15, 2010 13 km S of Bureå, Sweden M4.1 88 km
Feb 15, 1993 16 km SE of Burträsk, Sweden M3.8 101 km
Apr 17, 1995 13 km NW of Burträsk, Sweden M3.7 89 km
Sep 23, 1991 10 km ENE of Skelleftehamn, Sweden M3.5 61 km
Jun 27, 2018 15 km SSW of Rolfs, Sweden M3.5 87 km
Jun 6, 1991 41 km ESE of Luleå, Sweden M3.1 70 km
Apr 16, 1992 21 km W of Robertsfors, Sweden M2.9 128 km
May 22, 2007 19 km SW of Burträsk, Sweden M2.7 110 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 17°F (-9°C) 1.7 in
February 16°F (-9°C) 1.0 in Coldest, Driest
March 24°F (-5°C) 1.3 in
April 33°F (1°C) 1.1 in
May 45°F (7°C) 1.3 in
June 55°F (13°C) 1.7 in
July 61°F (16°C) 2.5 in Warmest, Wettest
August 57°F (14°C) 2.4 in
September 48°F (9°C) 2.1 in
October 38°F (3°C) 2.2 in
November 27°F (-3°C) 2.3 in
December 20°F (-7°C) 1.7 in

Hortlax has a seasonal temperature swing of 44°F / from 16°F in February to 61°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 21.3 inches, with July being the wettest month (2.5") and February the driest (1.0").

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Schools in Hortlax

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Hortlax skola
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Museums in Hortlax

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Båtmuseumet
Piteå museum

Libraries in Hortlax

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Öjebyns bibliotek0.0
Piteå Stadsbibliotek0.0

Restaurants in Hortlax

3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Glasshuset
Sundet
Tavarnen

Clinics in Hortlax

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hortlax Hälsocentral

Gas Stations in Hortlax

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

OKQ8 Havsbadet
Preem - Piteå,Jävrebyn

Stadiums & Teams in Hortlax

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Ski Resorts Near Hortlax

2 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Måttsundsbacken 0.0 $0
Skidbacke 0.0 $0

Airports Near Hortlax

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Luleå AirportLLALarge Airport
Skellefteå AirportSFTMedium Airport
Älvsbyn AirfieldSmall Airport
Pålsträsket AirstripSmall Airport
Piteå AirfieldSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Hortlax

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Hortlax kyrka

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Stockholm

🇸🇪 About Sweden

Capital Stockholm
Population 10,183,175
Area 449,964 km²
GDP (USD) $578,990,915,246
GDP per capita $54,950
HDI 0.952
Life expectancy 83.3 years
Internet users 95.7%
Urban population 88.6%
Currency SEK (Krona)
Languages Swedish
Calling code +46
TLD .se
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Sweden

16 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Nyårsdagen
Jan 6 Epiphany Trettondedag jul
Apr 3 Good Friday Långfredagen
Apr 5 Easter Sunday Påskdagen
Apr 6 Easter Monday Annandag påsk
May 1 International Workers' Day Första maj
May 14 Ascension Day Kristi himmelsfärdsdag
May 24 Pentecost Pingstdagen
Jun 6 National Day of Sweden Sveriges nationaldag
Jun 19 Midsummer Eve Midsommarafton
Jun 20 Midsummer Day Midsommardagen
Oct 31 All Saints' Day Alla helgons dag
Dec 24 Christmas Eve Julafton
Dec 25 Christmas Day Juldagen
Dec 26 St. Stephen's Day Annandag jul
Dec 31 New Year's Eve Nyårsafton

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Frequently Asked Questions About Hortlax

What is the population of Hortlax?

Hortlax has a population of 1,128 residents and is located in Sweden. The population density is 1,064 people per square mile, spread across 1.1 square miles.

Is Hortlax expensive to live in?

The median household income is $54,648, 27% below the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in Hortlax?

Hortlax has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winter temperatures average 17°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 297 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 21.3 inches, with 9.1 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Hortlax?

There are 124 business establishments in the area.

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