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Skällinge, Sweden

Halland · 🇸🇪 Sweden

Skällinge is a small town in Halland, Sweden with a population of 636. Elevation: 253 ft (77 m). Average temperature: 44°F (7°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
636 Population 2,120/sq mi density
253 ft Elevation 77 meters
44°F Avg Temperature 7°C
35.6 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

Population636
Median Age41.1 yrs
Density2,120/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 Temp44°F (7°C)
AQI13 (Good)
Rain35.6 in/yr
Sunny Days271/yr
Elevation253 ft (77 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband95.7%
Population636
Population Density2,120 / sq mi
Elevation253 ft (77 m)
Coordinates57.1833°, 12.4667°
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm
Country🇸🇪 Sweden
State / ProvinceHalland
Average Temperature44°F (7°C)
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation35.6 inches (905 mm)
Annual Snowfall11.5 inches (29 cm)
Median Age41.1 years

Is Skällinge a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Skällinge 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. Skällinge 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

Skällinge has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. With 271 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 35.6 inches, including 11.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 13.

Skällinge has a population of 636 with a density of 2,120 people per square mile, spread across 0.3 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

636
Total Population
2,120
People / sq mi
41.1yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.4%
Female 49.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Skällinge vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Skällinge vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Skällinge 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: Skällinge 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 Skällinge, 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: Skällinge 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

Skällinge has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. The area gets 271 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 35.6 inches. The area receives 11.5 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 253 feet.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average44.4°F
18% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Sunny Days271 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.6 inches
6% below US avg
Snowfall11.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median13.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.3%

Geography

Elevation253 ft (77 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density2,120/sq mi
Coordinates57.1833°N, 12.4667°W
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 30°F (-1°C) 3.2 in
February 30°F (-1°C) 2.2 in Coldest
March 34°F (1°C) 2.4 in
April 41°F (5°C) 2.1 in Driest
May 51°F (11°C) 2.1 in
June 57°F (14°C) 2.7 in
July 60°F (16°C) 3.2 in Warmest
August 60°F (15°C) 3.2 in
September 53°F (12°C) 3.7 in Wettest
October 46°F (8°C) 3.6 in
November 38°F (4°C) 3.6 in
December 33°F (0°C) 3.7 in

Skällinge has a seasonal temperature swing of 31°F — from 30°F in February to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 35.6 inches, with September being the wettest month (3.7") and April the driest (2.1").

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 Density2,120/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access95.7%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Skällinge

What is the population of Skällinge?

Skällinge has a population of 636 residents and is located in Sweden. The population density is 2,120 people per square mile, spread across 0.3 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 Skällinge expensive to live in?

Skällinge 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 Skällinge?

Skällinge has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 30°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 271 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 35.6 inches, with 11.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 13.

How is the job market in Skällinge?

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

How are the schools in Skällinge?

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

How healthy is Skällinge?

The obesity rate in Skällinge 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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