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Särna, Sweden

Dalarna · 🇸🇪 Sweden

Särna is a small town in Dalarna, Sweden with a population of 675. Elevation: 1,391 ft (424 m). Average temperature: 34°F (1°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
675 Population 479/sq mi density
1,391 ft Elevation 424 meters
34°F Avg Temperature 1°C
25.5 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

Population675
Median Age41.1 yrs
Density479/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 Temp34°F (1°C)
AQI13 (Good)
Rain25.5 in/yr
Sunny Days290/yr
Elevation1,391 ft (424 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband95.7%
Population675
Population Density479 / sq mi
Elevation1,391 ft (424 m)
Coordinates61.6928°, 13.1426°
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm
Country🇸🇪 Sweden
State / ProvinceDalarna
Average Temperature34°F (1°C)
January Average13°F (-11°C)
July Average56°F (13°C)
Annual Precipitation25.5 inches (648 mm)
Annual Snowfall11.4 inches (29 cm)
Median Age41.1 years

Is Särna a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Särna 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. Särna 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

Särna has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 34°F. Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 56°F in July. With 290 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 25.5 inches, including 11.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 13.

Särna has a population of 675 with a density of 479 people per square mile, spread across 1.4 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

675
Total Population
479
People / sq mi
41.1yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.4%
Female 49.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Särna vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Särna vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Särna 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: Särna 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 Särna, 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: Särna 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

Särna has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 34°F (1°C). Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 56°F in July. The area gets 290 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 25.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 11.4 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 1,391 feet.

Temperature

13°F Jan (-11°C) 56°F Jul (13°C)
Annual Average33.7°F
38% below US avg
January Average13°F (-11°C)
July Average56°F (13°C)
Sunny Days290 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall25.5 inches
33% below US avg
Snowfall11.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median13.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.3%

Geography

Elevation1,391 ft (424 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.7 km²)
Population Density479/sq mi
Coordinates61.6928°N, 13.1426°W
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 13°F (-11°C) 1.4 in Coldest
February 15°F (-10°C) 1.1 in Driest
March 23°F (-5°C) 1.3 in
April 32°F (0°C) 1.5 in
May 44°F (7°C) 2.1 in
June 52°F (11°C) 3.0 in
July 56°F (13°C) 3.3 in Warmest, Wettest
August 53°F (12°C) 3.0 in
September 44°F (7°C) 2.8 in
October 35°F (2°C) 2.5 in
November 23°F (-5°C) 2.0 in
December 15°F (-10°C) 1.6 in

Särna has a seasonal temperature swing of 44°F — from 13°F in January to 56°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 25.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.3") and February the driest (1.1").

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 Density479/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access95.7%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Särna

What is the population of Särna?

Särna has a population of 675 residents and is located in Sweden. The population density is 479 people per square mile, spread across 1.4 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 Särna expensive to live in?

Särna 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 Särna?

Särna has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 34°F (1°C). Winter temperatures average 13°F in January, while summers reach an average of 56°F in July. The area receives 290 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 25.5 inches, with 11.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 13.

How is the job market in Särna?

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

How are the schools in Särna?

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

How healthy is Särna?

The obesity rate in Särna 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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