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Råby, Sweden

Dalarna · Sweden

Råby is a small town in Dalarna, Sweden with a population of 879. Elevation: 243 ft (74 m). Average temperature: 42°F (5°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
879 Population 1,570/sq mi density
243 ft Elevation 74 meters
42°F Avg Temperature 5°C
24.1 in Annual Rain
Europe / Stockholm Timezone
$78,084 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$78,084 median income

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People

Population879
Density1,570/mi²

Economy

B+
Median Income$78,084

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (5°C)
Rain24.1 in/yr
Sunny Days292/yr
Elevation243 ft (74 m)
Population879
Population Density1,570 / sq mi
Elevation243 ft (74 m)
Coordinates60.1000°, 16.3667°
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm
Country🇸🇪 Sweden
State / ProvinceDalarna
Average Temperature42°F (5°C)
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average62°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation24.1 inches (612 mm)
Annual Snowfall8.4 inches (21 cm)
Median Household Income$78,084

About Råby

Råby is a small town in Sweden (Dalarna) with a population of 879. The city sits at an elevation of 243 feet (74 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 42°F (5°C). Temperatures range from 24°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 24.1 inches. The timezone is Europe/Stockholm.

The median household income in Råby is $78,084, which is 4% above the national average of $75,149. The area has 97 business establishments.

Income: Råby vs Sweden

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Income

Median HH Income$78,084
4% above Sweden avg

Employment & Poverty

Establishments (County)97

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Råby has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winters average 24°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 24.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 8.4 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 243 feet.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 62°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average41.5°F
23% below Sweden avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average62°F (16°C)
Sunny Days292 days/yr

Geography

Elevation243 ft (74 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density1,570/sq mi
Coordinates60.1000°N, 16.3667°W
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 24.1"
37% below Sweden avg
Snowfall 8.4"
Wettest Month (Jul) 2.91"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.10"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

6 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.9. Most recent: M2.5 on Apr 5, 1995.

Dec 12, 1990 11 km NW of Irsta, Sweden M3.9 43 km
Apr 11, 1993 2 km NNE of Ludvika, Sweden M3.7 65 km
Apr 5, 1995 9 km N of Åkersberga, Sweden M2.7 124 km
Mar 30, 1995 11 km SSW of Norrtälje, Sweden M2.7 137 km
Apr 3, 1995 14 km NE of Åkersberga, Sweden M2.6 130 km
Apr 5, 1995 6 km NNE of Åkersberga, Sweden M2.5 127 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 24°F (-4°C) 1.7 in
February 24°F (-4°C) 1.1 in Coldest, Driest
March 31°F (-1°C) 1.4 in
April 39°F (4°C) 1.6 in
May 50°F (10°C) 1.5 in
June 58°F (14°C) 2.4 in
July 62°F (16°C) 2.9 in Warmest, Wettest
August 59°F (15°C) 2.7 in
September 50°F (10°C) 2.5 in
October 42°F (5°C) 2.1 in
November 33°F (1°C) 2.3 in
December 27°F (-3°C) 1.9 in

Råby has a seasonal temperature swing of 37°F / from 24°F in February to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 24.1 inches, with July being the wettest month (2.9") and February the driest (1.1").

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Schools in Råby

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Möklinta skola
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Radio Stations near Råby

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Sveriges Radio - P4 Västmanland local radio, sveriges radio MP3 128 kbps
Redback Radio eclectic, experimental MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Råby

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Aguélimuseet
By Hembygdsgård
Fläckebo hembygdsgård
Garpenbergs Gruvkapell
Jularbomuseet
Karlfeldtsgården
Karlfeldtsgården
Karlfeldtsgården
Möklinta traktor och nostalgimuseum
Myntmuseet
Sala Silvergruva
Väsby Kungsgård

Libraries in Råby

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Avesta bibliotek0.0
Sala bibliotek0.0

Restaurants in Råby

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Pensionat Åsgården

Cafes in Råby

2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Erik Larsgården
Mats-Pers

Gas Stations in Råby

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

SE #726592818

Ski Resorts Near Råby

4 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Skidbacke Karlbergsskogen 0.0 $0
Skattmansöbacken 0.0 $0
Fridabacken 0.0 $0
Kungsberget 0.0 $0

Airports Near Råby

15 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Stockholm Västerås AirportVSTLarge Airport
Eskilstuna AirportEKTMedium Airport
Gävle Sandviken AirportGVXMedium Airport
Arboga AirfieldSmall Airport
Avesta AirfieldSmall Airport
Ekeby AirfieldSmall Airport
Hedemora FlygfältSmall Airport
Hellby Säteri Private AirstripSmall Airport
Johannisberg AirfieldSmall Airport
Köping/Gålby AirfieldSmall Airport
Lemstanas AirfieldSmall Airport
NorbergSmall Airport
Nyby Private AirstripSmall Airport
Örnlanda AirstripSmall Airport
Sala flygfältSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Råby

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Möklinta Missionskyrka

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 Råby

What is the population of Råby?

Råby has a population of 879 residents and is located in Sweden. The population density is 1,570 people per square mile, spread across 0.6 square miles.

Is Råby expensive to live in?

The median household income is $78,084, 4% above the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in Råby?

Råby has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 24°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 24.1 inches, with 8.4 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Råby?

There are 97 business establishments in the area.

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