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Skottorp, Sweden

Halland · 🇸🇪 Sweden

Skottorp is a small town in Halland, Sweden with a population of 512. Elevation: 46 ft (14 m). Average temperature: 45°F (7°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
512 Population 1,506/sq mi density
46 ft Elevation 14 meters
45°F Avg Temperature 7°C
33.8 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

Population512
Median Age41.1 yrs
Density1,506/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 Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI13 (Good)
Rain33.8 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation46 ft (14 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband95.7%
Population512
Population Density1,506 / sq mi
Elevation46 ft (14 m)
Coordinates56.4493°, 12.9607°
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm
Country🇸🇪 Sweden
State / ProvinceHalland
Average Temperature45°F (7°C)
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation33.8 inches (859 mm)
Annual Snowfall10.5 inches (27 cm)
Median Age41.1 years

Is Skottorp a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Skottorp 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. Skottorp 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

Skottorp has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 33.8 inches, including 10.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 13.

Skottorp has a population of 512 with a density of 1,506 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

512
Total Population
1,506
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

Skottorp vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Skottorp vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Skottorp 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: Skottorp 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 Skottorp, 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: Skottorp 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

Skottorp has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. The area gets 275 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 33.8 inches. 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 46 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average44.9°F
17% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.8 inches
11% below US avg
Snowfall10.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median13.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.3%

Geography

Elevation46 ft (14 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density1,506/sq mi
Coordinates56.4493°N, 12.9607°W
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 30°F (-1°C) 2.7 in Coldest
February 30°F (-1°C) 1.9 in
March 35°F (2°C) 2.4 in
April 42°F (6°C) 1.9 in Driest
May 52°F (11°C) 1.9 in
June 58°F (14°C) 2.9 in
July 61°F (16°C) 3.4 in Warmest
August 60°F (16°C) 3.2 in
September 53°F (12°C) 3.5 in Wettest
October 46°F (8°C) 3.2 in
November 39°F (4°C) 3.3 in
December 33°F (1°C) 3.4 in

Skottorp has a seasonal temperature swing of 30°F — from 30°F in January to 61°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 33.8 inches, with September being the wettest month (3.5") and April the driest (1.9").

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 Density1,506/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access95.7%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Skottorp

What is the population of Skottorp?

Skottorp has a population of 512 residents and is located in Sweden. The population density is 1,506 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 Skottorp expensive to live in?

Skottorp 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 Skottorp?

Skottorp has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 30°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 275 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 33.8 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 Skottorp?

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

How are the schools in Skottorp?

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

How healthy is Skottorp?

The obesity rate in Skottorp 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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