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Kalix, Sweden

Norrbotten · Sweden

Kalix is a small city in Norrbotten, Sweden with a population of 7,495. Average temperature: 35°F (1°C).

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7,495 Population 2,179/sq mi density
35°F Avg Temperature 1°C
21.5 in Annual Rain
Europe / Stockholm Timezone
$54,648 Median Income
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3.3 / 5.0
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Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$54,648 median income

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About Kalix

Kalix

Kalix is a locality and the seat of the Kalix Municipality in Norrbotten County, Sweden. The name Kalix is believed to originate from the Sami word Gáláseatnu, or "Kalasätno", meaning "The cold river" the ancient name of the Kalix River. It had 7,299 inhabitants in 2005, out of 17,300 inhabitants in the municipality of Kalix.

People

Population7,495
Density2,179/mi²

Economy

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Median Income$54,648

Climate

Avg Temp35°F (1°C)
Rain21.5 in/yr
Sunny Days297/yr
Population7,495
Population Density2,179 / sq mi
Coordinates65.8530°, 23.1565°
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm
Country🇸🇪 Sweden
State / ProvinceNorrbotten
Average Temperature35°F (1°C)
January Average12°F (-11°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation21.5 inches (545 mm)
Annual Snowfall9.5 inches (24 cm)
Median Household Income$54,648

About Kalix

Kalix is a small city in Sweden (Norrbotten) with a population of 7,495. The average annual temperature is 35°F (1°C). Temperatures range from 12°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 21.5 inches. The timezone is Europe/Stockholm.

The median household income in Kalix is $54,648, which is 27% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 824 business establishments.

Income: Kalix vs Sweden

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Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)824

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Kalix has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F (1°C). Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 60°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 21.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 9.5 inches of snow annually.

Temperature

12°F Jan (-11°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average34.5°F
36% below Sweden avg
January Average12°F (-11°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Sunny Days297 days/yr

Geography

Area3.4 sq mi (8.9 km²)
Population Density2,179/sq mi
Coordinates65.8530°N, 23.1565°W
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 21.5"
44% below Sweden avg
Snowfall 9.5"
Wettest Month (Jul) 2.32"
Driest Month (Apr) 1.22"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

7 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 93 km
Sep 23, 1991 10 km ENE of Skelleftehamn, Sweden M3.5 148 km
Jun 27, 2018 15 km SSW of Rolfs, Sweden M3.5 17 km
Jun 6, 1991 41 km ESE of Luleå, Sweden M3.1 54 km
Jun 6, 1993 53 km SW of Pajala, Sweden M3.1 123 km
Mar 29, 1994 56 km ESE of Gällivare, Sweden M3.0 131 km
Mar 8, 1995 31 km SE of Gällivare, Sweden M2.8 149 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 12°F (-11°C) 1.7 in
February 12°F (-11°C) 1.3 in Coldest
March 21°F (-6°C) 1.3 in
April 31°F (-0°C) 1.2 in Driest
May 43°F (6°C) 1.4 in
June 55°F (13°C) 1.7 in
July 60°F (16°C) 2.3 in Warmest, Wettest
August 56°F (13°C) 2.2 in
September 47°F (8°C) 2.2 in
October 36°F (2°C) 2.1 in
November 24°F (-4°C) 2.2 in
December 16°F (-9°C) 1.7 in

Kalix has a seasonal temperature swing of 48°F / from 12°F in February to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 21.4 inches, with July being the wettest month (2.3") and April the driest (1.2").

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Schools in Kalix

8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Furuhed School
Johannisbergs Yrkeskola
Kalix Folkhögskola
Djuptjärnskolan
Kalix Naturbruksgymnasium
Kulturskolan
Centrumskolan
Manhemsskolan
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Radio Stations near Kalix

0 stations within ~55 km.

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Libraries in Kalix

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Kalix kommunbibliotek0.0

Hotels in Kalix

3 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hotell Valhall
Nils Hotel
The Mansion of Filipsborg

Restaurants in Kalix

9 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

11:ans Gatukök
Bistro Lappland
Elegant Chinarestaurang
Gob's Thaimat & Hamburgare
Kalixpizza
Kinarestaurang Dong Yong
Pizzeria 2000
Pizzeria Gudfader
Pizzeria Trocadero

Cafes in Kalix

6 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Café Ankaret
Café Entré
Café Lyktan
Kaffe Karlsson
Myggan Kafé
SportCity café

Cinemas in Kalix

1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Röda Kvarn Bio

Clinics in Kalix

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Kalix hälsocentral

Dentists in Kalix

2 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Din tandhygienist
Folktandvården

Bus Stations in Kalix

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Kalix Busstation

Gas Stations in Kalix

7 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

OKQ8
OKQ8
Preem
SE #1392949748
SE #1392949749
Skoogs bränsle
Skoogs bränsle

Banks in Kalix

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Swedbank

Shopping Malls in Kalix

1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Galleria Kalix

Gyms in Kalix

1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

SportCity gym

Golf Courses in Kalix

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Kalix Golfklubb

Ski Resorts Near Kalix

2 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Hiihtokeskus 0.0 $0
Aavasaksanrinteet 0.0 $0

Post Offices in Kalix

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Bussgods

UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Kalix

1 UNESCO sites.

SiteCategoryYear
Perrävaara

Churches & Religious Organizations in Kalix

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Pingstkyrkan Kalix

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

UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Kalix

Perrävaara
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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 Kalix

What is the population of Kalix?

Kalix has a population of 7,495 residents and is located in Sweden. The population density is 2,179 people per square mile, spread across 3.4 square miles.

Is Kalix 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 Kalix?

Kalix has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F (1°C). Winter temperatures average 12°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 297 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 21.5 inches, with 9.5 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Kalix?

There are 824 business establishments in the area.

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