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Slite, Sweden

Gotland · 🇸🇪 Sweden

Slite is a small town in Gotland, Sweden with a population of 946. Elevation: 16 ft (5 m). Average temperature: 44°F (7°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
946 Population 965/sq mi density
16 ft Elevation 5 meters
44°F Avg Temperature 7°C
23.3 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

Population946
Median Age41.1 yrs
Density965/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)
Rain23.3 in/yr
Sunny Days294/yr
Elevation16 ft (5 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband95.7%
Population946
Population Density965 / sq mi
Elevation16 ft (5 m)
Coordinates57.7046°, 18.8031°
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm
Country🇸🇪 Sweden
State / ProvinceGotland
Average Temperature44°F (7°C)
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average62°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation23.3 inches (591 mm)
Annual Snowfall7.5 inches (19 cm)
Median Age41.1 years

Is Slite a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Slite 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. Slite 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

Slite has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. With 294 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 23.3 inches, including 7.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 13.

Slite has a population of 946 with a density of 965 people per square mile, spread across 1.0 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

946
Total Population
965
People / sq mi
41.1yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.4%
Female 49.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Slite vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Slite vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Slite 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: Slite 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 Slite, 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: Slite 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

Slite has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. The area gets 294 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 23.3 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 16 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 62°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average44.3°F
18% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average62°F (16°C)
Sunny Days294 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall23.3 inches
39% below US avg
Snowfall7.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median13.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.3%

Geography

Elevation16 ft (5 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²)
Population Density965/sq mi
Coordinates57.7046°N, 18.8031°W
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 30°F (-1°C) 2.1 in
February 30°F (-1°C) 1.5 in Coldest
March 33°F (1°C) 1.6 in
April 40°F (4°C) 1.3 in
May 49°F (9°C) 1.1 in Driest
June 57°F (14°C) 1.5 in
July 62°F (16°C) 2.5 in Warmest, Wettest
August 61°F (16°C) 2.2 in
September 54°F (12°C) 2.4 in
October 46°F (8°C) 2.3 in
November 38°F (4°C) 2.5 in
December 33°F (0°C) 2.4 in

Slite has a seasonal temperature swing of 32°F — from 30°F in February to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 23.3 inches, with July being the wettest month (2.5") and May 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 Density965/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access95.7%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Slite

What is the population of Slite?

Slite has a population of 946 residents and is located in Sweden. The population density is 965 people per square mile, spread across 1.0 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 Slite expensive to live in?

Slite 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 Slite?

Slite 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 62°F in July. The area receives 294 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 23.3 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 Slite?

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

How are the schools in Slite?

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

How healthy is Slite?

The obesity rate in Slite 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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