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Malungsfors, Sweden

Dalarna · 🇸🇪 Sweden

Malungsfors is a small town in Dalarna, Sweden with a population of 574. Elevation: 991 ft (302 m). Average temperature: 37°F (3°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
574 Population 536/sq mi density
991 ft Elevation 302 meters
37°F Avg Temperature 3°C
30.5 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

Population574
Median Age41.1 yrs
Density536/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 Temp37°F (3°C)
AQI13 (Good)
Rain30.5 in/yr
Sunny Days281/yr
Elevation991 ft (302 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband95.7%
Population574
Population Density536 / sq mi
Elevation991 ft (302 m)
Coordinates60.7333°, 13.5500°
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm
Country🇸🇪 Sweden
State / ProvinceDalarna
Average Temperature37°F (3°C)
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average58°F (14°C)
Annual Precipitation30.5 inches (775 mm)
Annual Snowfall12.1 inches (31 cm)
Median Age41.1 years

Is Malungsfors a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Malungsfors 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. Malungsfors 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

Malungsfors has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F. Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July. With 281 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 30.5 inches, including 12.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 13.

Malungsfors has a population of 574 with a density of 536 people per square mile, spread across 1.1 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

574
Total Population
536
People / sq mi
41.1yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.4%
Female 49.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Malungsfors vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Malungsfors vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Malungsfors 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: Malungsfors 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 Malungsfors, 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: Malungsfors 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

Malungsfors has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July. The area gets 281 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 30.5 inches. The area receives 12.1 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 991 feet.

Temperature

18°F Jan (-8°C) 58°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average36.6°F
32% below US avg
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average58°F (14°C)
Sunny Days281 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall30.5 inches
20% below US avg
Snowfall12.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median13.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.3%

Geography

Elevation991 ft (302 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.8 km²)
Population Density536/sq mi
Coordinates60.7333°N, 13.5500°W
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 18°F (-8°C) 2.0 in Coldest
February 18°F (-8°C) 1.4 in Driest
March 26°F (-3°C) 1.7 in
April 35°F (1°C) 2.0 in
May 46°F (8°C) 2.3 in
June 54°F (12°C) 3.2 in
July 58°F (14°C) 3.5 in Warmest, Wettest
August 54°F (12°C) 3.1 in
September 46°F (8°C) 3.3 in
October 37°F (3°C) 3.0 in
November 27°F (-3°C) 2.8 in
December 20°F (-7°C) 2.2 in

Malungsfors has a seasonal temperature swing of 40°F — from 18°F in January to 58°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 30.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.5") and February the driest (1.4").

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 Density536/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access95.7%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Malungsfors

What is the population of Malungsfors?

Malungsfors has a population of 574 residents and is located in Sweden. The population density is 536 people per square mile, spread across 1.1 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 Malungsfors expensive to live in?

Malungsfors is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 79.5 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Malungsfors?

Malungsfors has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winter temperatures average 18°F in January, while summers reach an average of 58°F in July. The area receives 281 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 30.5 inches, with 12.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 13.

How is the job market in Malungsfors?

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

How are the schools in Malungsfors?

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

How healthy is Malungsfors?

The obesity rate in Malungsfors 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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