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Selja, Sweden

Dalarna · 🇸🇪 Sweden

Selja is a small town in Dalarna, Sweden with a population of 547. Elevation: 564 ft (172 m). Average temperature: 39°F (4°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
547 Population 977/sq mi density
564 ft Elevation 172 meters
39°F Avg Temperature 4°C
25.0 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

Population547
Median Age41.1 yrs
Density977/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)
Rain25.0 in/yr
Sunny Days291/yr
Elevation564 ft (172 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband95.7%
Population547
Population Density977 / sq mi
Elevation564 ft (172 m)
Coordinates61.0167°, 14.4667°
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm
Country🇸🇪 Sweden
State / ProvinceDalarna
Average Temperature39°F (4°C)
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation25.0 inches (634 mm)
Annual Snowfall7.5 inches (19 cm)
Median Age41.1 years

Is Selja a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Selja 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. Selja 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

Selja has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. With 291 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 25.0 inches, including 7.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 13.

Selja has a population of 547 with a density of 977 people per square mile, spread across 0.6 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

547
Total Population
977
People / sq mi
41.1yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.4%
Female 49.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Selja vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Selja vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Selja 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: Selja 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 Selja, 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: Selja 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

Selja has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. The area gets 291 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 25.0 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 7.5 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 564 feet.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-7°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average38.8°F
28% below US avg
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Sunny Days291 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall25.0 inches
34% below US avg
Snowfall7.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median13.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.3%

Geography

Elevation564 ft (172 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density977/sq mi
Coordinates61.0167°N, 14.4667°W
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 19°F (-7°C) 1.5 in Coldest
February 20°F (-7°C) 1.1 in Driest
March 29°F (-2°C) 1.2 in
April 37°F (3°C) 1.7 in
May 49°F (9°C) 1.9 in
June 56°F (14°C) 2.8 in
July 60°F (16°C) 3.2 in Warmest, Wettest
August 57°F (14°C) 3.0 in
September 48°F (9°C) 2.7 in
October 39°F (4°C) 2.2 in
November 29°F (-2°C) 2.2 in
December 21°F (-6°C) 1.6 in

Selja has a seasonal temperature swing of 41°F — from 19°F in January to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 25.0 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.2") 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 Density977/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access95.7%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Selja

What is the population of Selja?

Selja has a population of 547 residents and is located in Sweden. The population density is 977 people per square mile, spread across 0.6 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 Selja expensive to live in?

Selja 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 Selja?

Selja has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 19°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 291 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 25.0 inches, with 7.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 13.

How is the job market in Selja?

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

How are the schools in Selja?

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

How healthy is Selja?

The obesity rate in Selja 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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