Choose Country

Saxdalen, Sweden

Dalarna · 🇸🇪 Sweden

Saxdalen is a small town in Dalarna, Sweden with a population of 620. Elevation: 574 ft (175 m). Average temperature: 39°F (4°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
620 Population 729/sq mi density
574 ft Elevation 175 meters
39°F Avg Temperature 4°C
29.8 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

Population620
Median Age41.1 yrs
Density729/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 Temp39°F (4°C)
AQI13 (Good)
Rain29.8 in/yr
Sunny Days282/yr
Elevation574 ft (175 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband95.7%
Population620
Population Density729 / sq mi
Elevation574 ft (175 m)
Coordinates60.1470°, 14.9855°
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm
Country🇸🇪 Sweden
State / ProvinceDalarna
Average Temperature39°F (4°C)
January Average22°F (-5°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation29.8 inches (757 mm)
Annual Snowfall10.5 inches (27 cm)
Median Age41.1 years

Is Saxdalen a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Saxdalen 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. Saxdalen 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

Saxdalen has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. With 282 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 29.8 inches, including 10.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 13.

Saxdalen has a population of 620 with a density of 729 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

620
Total Population
729
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

Saxdalen vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Saxdalen vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Saxdalen 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: Saxdalen 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 Saxdalen, 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: Saxdalen 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

Saxdalen has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. The area gets 282 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 29.8 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 10.5 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 574 feet.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-5°C) 59°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average39.2°F
27% below US avg
January Average22°F (-5°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Sunny Days282 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall29.8 inches
22% below US avg
Snowfall10.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median13.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.3%

Geography

Elevation574 ft (175 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.2 km²)
Population Density729/sq mi
Coordinates60.1470°N, 14.9855°W
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 22°F (-5°C) 2.1 in
February 22°F (-5°C) 1.5 in Coldest, Driest
March 28°F (-2°C) 1.7 in
April 36°F (2°C) 2.0 in
May 48°F (9°C) 2.0 in
June 55°F (13°C) 3.0 in
July 59°F (15°C) 3.5 in Warmest, Wettest
August 56°F (13°C) 3.2 in
September 48°F (9°C) 3.0 in
October 40°F (4°C) 2.8 in
November 31°F (-1°C) 2.9 in
December 25°F (-4°C) 2.3 in

Saxdalen has a seasonal temperature swing of 36°F — from 22°F in February to 59°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 29.8 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.5") and February the driest (1.5").

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 Density729/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access95.7%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Saxdalen

What is the population of Saxdalen?

Saxdalen has a population of 620 residents and is located in Sweden. The population density is 729 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 Saxdalen expensive to live in?

Saxdalen 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 Saxdalen?

Saxdalen has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 22°F in January, while summers reach an average of 59°F in July. The area receives 282 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 29.8 inches, with 10.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 13.

How is the job market in Saxdalen?

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

How are the schools in Saxdalen?

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

How healthy is Saxdalen?

The obesity rate in Saxdalen 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.

Nearby Cities

Grängesberg 2,146 pop · 5.1 mi Abborrberget 1,814 pop · 6.4 mi Ludvika 15,245 pop · 7.0 mi Nyhammar 1,052 pop · 9.4 mi Smedjebacken 5,258 pop · 14.7 mi Kopparberg 3,065 pop · 18.7 mi Mockfjärd 1,920 pop · 24.4 mi Romme 1,735 pop · 26.5 mi Enbacka 1,899 pop · 27.7 mi Borlänge 41,955 pop · 28.1 mi Djurås 2,128 pop · 29.0 mi Fagersta 11,936 pop · 29.5 mi Säter 4,613 pop · 29.7 mi Hällefors 4,449 pop · 29.8 mi
Compare Saxdalen with another city: