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Sörforsa, Sweden

Gävleborg · 🇸🇪 Sweden

Sörforsa is a small town in Gävleborg, Sweden with a population of 1,581. Elevation: 177 ft (54 m). Average temperature: 40°F (4°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
1,581 Population 1,776/sq mi density
177 ft Elevation 54 meters
40°F Avg Temperature 4°C
26.9 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

Population1,581
Median Age41.1 yrs
Density1,776/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 Temp40°F (4°C)
AQI13 (Good)
Rain26.9 in/yr
Sunny Days287/yr
Elevation177 ft (54 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband95.7%
Population1,581
Population Density1,776 / sq mi
Elevation177 ft (54 m)
Coordinates61.7333°, 16.9833°
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm
Country🇸🇪 Sweden
State / ProvinceGävleborg
Average Temperature40°F (4°C)
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation26.9 inches (682 mm)
Annual Snowfall9.8 inches (25 cm)
Median Age41.1 years

Is Sörforsa a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sörforsa 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. Sörforsa 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

Sörforsa has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. With 287 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 26.9 inches, including 9.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 13.

Sörforsa has a population of 1,581 with a density of 1,776 people per square mile, spread across 0.9 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

1,581
Total Population
1,776
People / sq mi
41.1yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.4%
Female 49.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Sörforsa vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Sörforsa vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sörforsa 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: Sörforsa 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 Sörforsa, 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: Sörforsa 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

Sörforsa has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. The area gets 287 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 26.9 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 9.8 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 177 feet.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average39.9°F
26% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Sunny Days287 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall26.9 inches
29% below US avg
Snowfall9.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median13.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.3%

Geography

Elevation177 ft (54 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.3 km²)
Population Density1,776/sq mi
Coordinates61.7333°N, 16.9833°W
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 23°F (-5°C) 2.0 in Coldest
February 23°F (-5°C) 1.3 in Driest
March 30°F (-1°C) 1.7 in
April 37°F (3°C) 1.9 in
May 47°F (9°C) 1.6 in
June 56°F (13°C) 2.4 in
July 60°F (16°C) 2.9 in Warmest, Wettest
August 58°F (14°C) 2.9 in
September 49°F (10°C) 2.8 in
October 41°F (5°C) 2.6 in
November 31°F (-0°C) 2.8 in
December 25°F (-4°C) 2.1 in

Sörforsa has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F — from 23°F in January to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 26.9 inches, with July being the wettest month (2.9") and February the driest (1.3").

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 Density1,776/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access95.7%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Sörforsa

What is the population of Sörforsa?

Sörforsa has a population of 1,581 residents and is located in Sweden. The population density is 1,776 people per square mile, spread across 0.9 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 Sörforsa expensive to live in?

Sörforsa 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 Sörforsa?

Sörforsa has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 23°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 287 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 26.9 inches, with 9.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 13.

How is the job market in Sörforsa?

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

How are the schools in Sörforsa?

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

How healthy is Sörforsa?

The obesity rate in Sörforsa 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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