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Östervåla, Sweden

Uppsala · 🇸🇪 Sweden

Östervåla is a small town in Uppsala, Sweden with a population of 1,696. Elevation: 112 ft (34 m). Average temperature: 42°F (6°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
1,696 Population 1,844/sq mi density
112 ft Elevation 34 meters
42°F Avg Temperature 6°C
24.3 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

Population1,696
Median Age41.1 yrs
Density1,844/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 Temp42°F (6°C)
AQI13 (Good)
Rain24.3 in/yr
Sunny Days292/yr
Elevation112 ft (34 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband95.7%
Population1,696
Population Density1,844 / sq mi
Elevation112 ft (34 m)
Coordinates60.1833°, 17.1833°
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm
Country🇸🇪 Sweden
State / ProvinceUppsala
Average Temperature42°F (6°C)
January Average26°F (-4°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation24.3 inches (618 mm)
Annual Snowfall8.7 inches (22 cm)
Median Age41.1 years

Is Östervåla a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Östervåla 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. Östervåla 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

Östervåla has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. With 292 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 24.3 inches, including 8.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 13.

Östervåla has a population of 1,696 with a density of 1,844 people per square mile, spread across 0.9 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

1,696
Total Population
1,844
People / sq mi
41.1yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.4%
Female 49.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Östervåla vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Östervåla vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Östervåla 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: Östervåla 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 Östervåla, 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: Östervåla 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

Östervåla has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. The area gets 292 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 24.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 8.7 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 112 feet.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-4°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average41.9°F
22% below US avg
January Average26°F (-4°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days292 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall24.3 inches
36% below US avg
Snowfall8.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median13.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.3%

Geography

Elevation112 ft (34 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.4 km²)
Population Density1,844/sq mi
Coordinates60.1833°N, 17.1833°W
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 26°F (-4°C) 1.7 in
February 25°F (-4°C) 1.3 in Coldest, Driest
March 31°F (-1°C) 1.4 in
April 39°F (4°C) 1.6 in
May 49°F (10°C) 1.5 in
June 57°F (14°C) 2.2 in
July 62°F (17°C) 2.9 in Warmest
August 59°F (15°C) 3.0 in Wettest
September 51°F (11°C) 2.6 in
October 42°F (6°C) 2.1 in
November 34°F (1°C) 2.3 in
December 28°F (-3°C) 2.0 in

Östervåla has a seasonal temperature swing of 37°F — from 25°F in February to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 24.3 inches, with August being the wettest month (3.0") and February the driest (1.3").

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 Density1,844/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access95.7%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Östervåla

What is the population of Östervåla?

Östervåla has a population of 1,696 residents and is located in Sweden. The population density is 1,844 people per square mile, spread across 0.9 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 Östervåla expensive to live in?

Östervåla 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 Östervåla?

Östervåla has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 26°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 292 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 24.3 inches, with 8.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 13.

How is the job market in Östervåla?

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

How are the schools in Östervåla?

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

How healthy is Östervåla?

The obesity rate in Östervåla 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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