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Lerdala, Sweden

Västra Götaland · 🇸🇪 Sweden

Lerdala is a small town in Västra Götaland, Sweden with a population of 558. Elevation: 322 ft (98 m). Average temperature: 43°F (6°C).

4.2 /5.0
A Great
558 Population 946/sq mi density
322 ft Elevation 98 meters
43°F Avg Temperature 6°C
27.3 in Annual Rain
Europe / Stockholm Timezone
$56,808 Median Income
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$56,808 median income, 8.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$750/mo rent
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
Median Rent $750
36% lower 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

Population558
Median Age41.1 yrs
Density946/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

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

Housing

A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$750
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)
AQI13 (Good)
Rain27.3 in/yr
Sunny Days286/yr
Elevation322 ft (98 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband95.7%
Population558
Population Density946 / sq mi
Elevation322 ft (98 m)
Coordinates58.4784°, 13.7127°
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm
Country🇸🇪 Sweden
State / ProvinceVästra Götaland
Average Temperature43°F (6°C)
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation27.3 inches (693 mm)
Annual Snowfall10.0 inches (26 cm)
Median Household Income$56,808
Median Age41.1 years

Is Lerdala a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lerdala receives an overall livability score of 4.2 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, below-average incomes. Lerdala stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lerdala 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%.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $750 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

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

Lerdala has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. With 286 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 27.3 inches, including 10.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 13.

Lerdala has a population of 558 with a density of 946 people per square mile, spread across 0.6 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

558
Total Population
946
People / sq mi
41.1yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.4%
Female 49.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Lerdala vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Lerdala vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lerdala 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: Lerdala 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

Monthly rent averages $750 (36% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$750
36% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied64.1%

Property Tax

In Lerdala, 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: Lerdala 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

Lerdala has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. The area gets 286 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 27.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 10.0 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 322 feet.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average42.6°F
21% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Sunny Days286 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall27.3 inches
28% below US avg
Snowfall10.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median13.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.3%

Geography

Elevation322 ft (98 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density946/sq mi
Coordinates58.4784°N, 13.7127°W
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 27°F (-3°C) 2.0 in
February 27°F (-3°C) 1.5 in Coldest, Driest
March 32°F (0°C) 1.5 in
April 40°F (4°C) 1.8 in
May 50°F (10°C) 1.9 in
June 57°F (14°C) 2.6 in
July 60°F (16°C) 2.6 in Warmest
August 59°F (15°C) 2.7 in
September 51°F (10°C) 3.0 in Wettest
October 43°F (6°C) 2.6 in
November 35°F (2°C) 2.7 in
December 30°F (-1°C) 2.4 in

Lerdala has a seasonal temperature swing of 33°F — from 27°F in February to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 27.3 inches, with September being the wettest month (3.0") and February the driest (1.5").

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 Density946/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access95.7%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Lerdala

What is the population of Lerdala?

Lerdala has a population of 558 residents and is located in Sweden. The population density is 946 people per square mile, spread across 0.6 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 Lerdala expensive to live in?

Lerdala 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. Renters pay a median of $750 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

What is the weather like in Lerdala?

Lerdala has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 27°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 286 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 27.3 inches, with 10.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 13.

How is the job market in Lerdala?

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

How much does housing cost in Lerdala?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $750.

How are the schools in Lerdala?

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

How healthy is Lerdala?

The obesity rate in Lerdala 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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