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

Population12,259

Median Age41.1 yrs

Density3,359/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 Temp41°F (5°C)

AQI13 (Good)

Rain25.0 in/yr

Sunny Days291/yr

Elevation7 ft (2 m)

Education

A+

Bachelor's+45.0%

High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A

Broadband95.7%

Population	12,259
Population Density	3,359 / sq mi
Elevation	7 ft (2 m)
Coordinates	61.3037°, 17.0592°
Timezone	Europe/Stockholm
Country	🇸🇪 Sweden
State / Province	Gävleborg
Average Temperature	41°F (5°C)
January Average	24°F (-5°C)
July Average	60°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation	25.0 inches (636 mm)
Annual Snowfall	8.7 inches (22 cm)
Median Age	41.1 years

Is Söderhamn a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Söderhamn 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. Söderhamn 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

Söderhamn has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 24°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 8.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 13.

Söderhamn has a population of 12,259 with a density of 3,359 people per square mile. The median age is 41.1 years, 6% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

12,259

Total Population

3,359

People / sq mi

41.1yrs

Median Age

6% above US avg

3.7mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.4%

Female 49.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Söderhamn vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages	100%

Social Characteristics

Söderhamn vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Söderhamn is N/A. The unemployment rate is 8.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.8% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Söderhamn vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$54,950

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	8.7%
	141% above US avg
Poverty Rate	0.8%
	94% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	79.50 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Söderhamn, 15.3% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 7.8% are current smokers. 16.2% report depression. 84.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Söderhamn vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	15.3%
	52% below US avg
Diabetes	4.9%
High Blood Pressure	30.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	7.8%
	44% below US avg
Binge Drinking	9.6%
Physical Inactivity	84.7%
Depression	16.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	85.0%

Food & Exercise

Söderhamn has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. Annual precipitation is 25.0 inches. The area enjoys 291 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 13.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-5°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)

Annual Average	40.5°F
	25% below US avg
January Average	24°F (-5°C)
July Average	60°F (16°C)
Sunny Days	291 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	25.0 inches
	34% below US avg
Snowfall	8.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	13.0
Rating	Good
Good Days %	92.3%

Geography

Elevation	7 ft (2 m)
Area	3.7 sq mi (9.5 km²)
Population Density	3,359/sq mi
Coordinates	61.3037°N, 17.0592°W
Timezone	Europe/Stockholm

45.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (34% above US avg). 95.7% of households have broadband internet.

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 Density	3,359/sq mi
Total Area	3.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	95.7%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Söderhamn, Sweden

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Is Söderhamn a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

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Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Söderhamn vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Söderhamn vs U.S. Average

Income: Söderhamn vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Health Metrics: Söderhamn vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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