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Kärna, Sweden

Västra Götaland · 🇸🇪 Sweden

Kärna is a small town in Västra Götaland, Sweden with a population of 604. Elevation: 128 ft (39 m). Average temperature: 45°F (7°C).

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
604 Population 1,233/sq mi density
128 ft Elevation 39 meters
45°F Avg Temperature 7°C
31.3 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

Population604
Median Age41.1 yrs
Density1,233/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 Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI13 (Good)
Rain31.3 in/yr
Sunny Days279/yr
Elevation128 ft (39 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband95.7%
Population604
Population Density1,233 / sq mi
Elevation128 ft (39 m)
Coordinates57.8500°, 11.7833°
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm
Country🇸🇪 Sweden
State / ProvinceVästra Götaland
Average Temperature45°F (7°C)
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation31.3 inches (794 mm)
Annual Snowfall9.7 inches (25 cm)
Median Household Income$56,808
Median Age41.1 years

Is Kärna a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kärna 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. Kärna offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Kärna 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

Kärna has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. With 279 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 31.3 inches, including 9.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 13.

Kärna has a population of 604 with a density of 1,233 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

604
Total Population
1,233
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

Kärna vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Kärna vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kärna 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: Kärna 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 Kärna, 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: Kärna 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

Kärna has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. The area gets 279 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 31.3 inches. The area receives 9.7 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 128 feet.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average45.0°F
17% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days279 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall31.3 inches
18% below US avg
Snowfall9.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median13.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.3%

Geography

Elevation128 ft (39 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²)
Population Density1,233/sq mi
Coordinates57.8500°N, 11.7833°W
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 30°F (-1°C) 2.6 in
February 30°F (-1°C) 1.9 in Coldest
March 35°F (2°C) 2.1 in
April 41°F (5°C) 1.8 in Driest
May 51°F (11°C) 1.9 in
June 58°F (14°C) 2.5 in
July 61°F (16°C) 2.5 in Warmest
August 60°F (16°C) 2.9 in
September 53°F (12°C) 3.3 in
October 47°F (8°C) 3.3 in
November 39°F (4°C) 3.4 in Wettest
December 34°F (1°C) 3.2 in

Kärna has a seasonal temperature swing of 31°F — from 30°F in February to 61°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 31.3 inches, with November being the wettest month (3.4") and April the driest (1.8").

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 Density1,233/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access95.7%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Kärna

What is the population of Kärna?

Kärna has a population of 604 residents and is located in Sweden. The population density is 1,233 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 Kärna expensive to live in?

Kärna 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 Kärna?

Kärna has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 30°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 279 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.3 inches, with 9.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 13.

How is the job market in Kärna?

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

How are the schools in Kärna?

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

How healthy is Kärna?

The obesity rate in Kärna 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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