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Rinkaby, Sweden

Skåne · 🇸🇪 Sweden

Rinkaby is a small town in Skåne, Sweden with a population of 768. Elevation: 20 ft (6 m). Average temperature: 46°F (8°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
768 Population 1,567/sq mi density
20 ft Elevation 6 meters
46°F Avg Temperature 8°C
22.9 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

Population768
Median Age41.1 yrs
Density1,567/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 Temp46°F (8°C)
AQI13 (Good)
Rain22.9 in/yr
Sunny Days294/yr
Elevation20 ft (6 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband95.7%
Population768
Population Density1,567 / sq mi
Elevation20 ft (6 m)
Coordinates55.9833°, 14.2667°
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm
Country🇸🇪 Sweden
State / ProvinceSkåne
Average Temperature46°F (8°C)
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation22.9 inches (581 mm)
Annual Snowfall5.1 inches (13 cm)
Median Age41.1 years

Is Rinkaby a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rinkaby 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. Rinkaby 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

Rinkaby experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. With 294 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 22.9 inches, including 5.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 13.

Rinkaby has a population of 768 with a density of 1,567 people per square mile, spread across 0.5 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

768
Total Population
1,567
People / sq mi
41.1yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.4%
Female 49.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Rinkaby vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Rinkaby vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rinkaby 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: Rinkaby 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 Rinkaby, 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: Rinkaby 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

Rinkaby experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. The area gets 294 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 22.9 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 5.1 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 20 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

32°F Jan (0°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average45.7°F
15% below US avg
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days294 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall22.9 inches
40% below US avg
Snowfall5.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median13.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.3%

Geography

Elevation20 ft (6 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²)
Population Density1,567/sq mi
Coordinates55.9833°N, 14.2667°W
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 32°F (0°C) 1.8 in
February 32°F (0°C) 1.3 in Coldest, Driest
March 36°F (2°C) 1.6 in
April 42°F (6°C) 1.3 in
May 51°F (11°C) 1.6 in
June 58°F (15°C) 2.1 in
July 62°F (17°C) 2.4 in Warmest, Wettest
August 61°F (16°C) 2.1 in
September 54°F (12°C) 2.4 in
October 47°F (8°C) 2.2 in
November 39°F (4°C) 2.2 in
December 34°F (1°C) 2.0 in

Rinkaby has a seasonal temperature swing of 30°F — from 32°F in February to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 22.9 inches, with July being the wettest month (2.4") 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 Density1,567/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access95.7%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Rinkaby

What is the population of Rinkaby?

Rinkaby has a population of 768 residents and is located in Sweden. The population density is 1,567 people per square mile, spread across 0.5 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 Rinkaby expensive to live in?

Rinkaby 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 Rinkaby?

Rinkaby has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 32°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 294 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 22.9 inches, with 5.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 13.

How is the job market in Rinkaby?

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

How are the schools in Rinkaby?

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

How healthy is Rinkaby?

The obesity rate in Rinkaby 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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