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Lycksele, Sweden

Västerbotten · 🇸🇪 Sweden

Lycksele is a small city in Västerbotten, Sweden with a population of 8,545. Elevation: 735 ft (224 m). Average temperature: 35°F (2°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
8,545 Population 2,597/sq mi density
735 ft Elevation 224 meters
35°F Avg Temperature 2°C
22.7 in Annual Rain
Europe / Stockholm Timezone
A+
Overall
4.6 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
4.6 / 5.0
45.0% bachelor's degree or higher
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

Population8,545
Median Age41.1 yrs
Density2,597/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 Temp35°F (2°C)
AQI13 (Good)
Rain22.7 in/yr
Sunny Days295/yr
Elevation735 ft (224 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband95.7%
Population8,545
Population Density2,597 / sq mi
Elevation735 ft (224 m)
Coordinates64.5954°, 18.6735°
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm
Country🇸🇪 Sweden
State / ProvinceVästerbotten
Average Temperature35°F (2°C)
January Average14°F (-10°C)
July Average58°F (14°C)
Annual Precipitation22.7 inches (576 mm)
Annual Snowfall10.2 inches (26 cm)
Median Age41.1 years

Is Lycksele a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lycksele 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. Lycksele 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

Lycksele has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F. Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July. With 295 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 22.7 inches, including 10.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 13.

Lycksele has a population of 8,545 with a density of 2,597 people per square mile, spread across 3.3 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

8,545
Total Population
2,597
People / sq mi
41.1yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg
3.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.4%
Female 49.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Lycksele vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Lycksele vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lycksele is N/A. 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: Lycksele vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

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 Lycksele, 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: Lycksele 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

Lycksele has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F (2°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July. The area gets 295 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 22.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 10.2 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 735 feet.

Temperature

14°F Jan (-10°C) 58°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average34.7°F
36% below US avg
January Average14°F (-10°C)
July Average58°F (14°C)
Sunny Days295 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall22.7 inches
40% below US avg
Snowfall10.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median13.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.3%

Geography

Elevation735 ft (224 m)
Area3.3 sq mi (8.5 km²)
Population Density2,597/sq mi
Coordinates64.5954°N, 18.6735°W
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm
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 Density2,597/sq mi
Total Area3.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access95.7%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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