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Otterbäcken, Sweden

Västra Götaland · Sweden

Otterbäcken is a small town in Västra Götaland, Sweden with a population of 686. Elevation: 157 ft (48 m). Average temperature: 44°F (7°C).

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B Good
686 Population 1,204/sq mi density
157 ft Elevation 48 meters
44°F Avg Temperature 7°C
24.3 in Annual Rain
Europe / Stockholm Timezone
$56,808 Median Income
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3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$56,808 median income

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People

Population686
Density1,204/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$56,808

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (7°C)
Rain24.3 in/yr
Sunny Days292/yr
Elevation157 ft (48 m)
Population686
Population Density1,204 / sq mi
Elevation157 ft (48 m)
Coordinates58.9500°, 14.0333°
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm
Country🇸🇪 Sweden
State / ProvinceVästra Götaland
Average Temperature44°F (7°C)
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation24.3 inches (617 mm)
Annual Snowfall6.3 inches (16 cm)
Median Household Income$56,808

About Otterbäcken

Otterbäcken is a small town in Sweden (Västra Götaland) with a population of 686. The city sits at an elevation of 157 feet (48 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 44°F (7°C). Temperatures range from 28°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 24.3 inches. The timezone is Europe/Stockholm.

The median household income in Otterbäcken is $56,808, which is 24% below the national average of $75,149. The area has 75 business establishments.

Income: Otterbäcken vs Sweden

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Income

Median HH Income$56,808
24% below Sweden avg

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)75

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Otterbäcken has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 28°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 6.3 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 157 feet.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average43.9°F
19% below Sweden avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days292 days/yr

Geography

Elevation157 ft (48 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density1,204/sq mi
Coordinates58.9500°N, 14.0333°W
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 24.3"
36% below Sweden avg
Snowfall 6.3"
Wettest Month (Aug) 2.64"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.18"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

4 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.4. Most recent: M2.8 on Jun 23, 2018.

Nov 12, 1993 2 km SE of Åmotfors, Sweden M3.4 129 km
Feb 1, 1995 11 km SSW of Töreboda, Sweden M3.4 36 km
Jun 23, 2018 2 km SW of Götene, Sweden M2.8 58 km
May 15, 1994 13 km NNW of Ryd, Sweden M2.6 60 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 5.0 m (16 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1969 NORSALV RIVER Meteorological 5.0 m 59 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 28°F (-2°C) 1.7 in
February 28°F (-2°C) 1.2 in Coldest, Driest
March 33°F (0°C) 1.4 in
April 41°F (5°C) 1.6 in
May 51°F (11°C) 1.6 in
June 58°F (15°C) 2.4 in
July 62°F (17°C) 2.6 in Warmest
August 61°F (16°C) 2.6 in Wettest
September 53°F (12°C) 2.6 in
October 45°F (7°C) 2.3 in
November 37°F (3°C) 2.4 in
December 31°F (-1°C) 2.1 in

Otterbäcken has a seasonal temperature swing of 34°F / from 28°F in February to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 24.3 inches, with August being the wettest month (2.6") and February the driest (1.2").

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Museums in Otterbäcken

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Älgarås Vagnmuseum
Bålerudsgården
Hamnmagasinet
Hantverk kring kanalen
Hulan
Kanalmuseum
Mariestads Industrimuseum
Vadsbo Museum

Libraries in Otterbäcken

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Töreboda bibliotek0.0

Restaurants in Otterbäcken

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Pizzeria Milano

Gas Stations in Otterbäcken

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Gas station
GP

Airports Near Otterbäcken

9 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Karlskoga AirportKSKMedium Airport
Karlstad AirportKSDMedium Airport
Skövde AirportKVBMedium Airport
Brännebrona AirfieldSmall Airport
Brattforshede AirfieldSmall Airport
Degerfors Grenlanda AirfieldSmall Airport
Flygebyns hoppövningsfältSmall Airport
Karlsborg Air BaseSmall Airport
Laxå AirfieldSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Otterbäcken

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Otterbäckens kyrka

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

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 Otterbäcken

What is the population of Otterbäcken?

Otterbäcken has a population of 686 residents and is located in Sweden. The population density is 1,204 people per square mile, spread across 0.6 square miles.

Is Otterbäcken expensive to live in?

The median household income is $56,808, 24% below the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in Otterbäcken?

Otterbäcken has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 28°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 6.3 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Otterbäcken?

There are 75 business establishments in the area.

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