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Vallåkra, Sweden

Skåne · 🇸🇪 Sweden

Vallåkra is a small town in Skåne, Sweden with a population of 800. Elevation: 154 ft (47 m). Average temperature: 46°F (8°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
800 Population 1,455/sq mi density
154 ft Elevation 47 meters
46°F Avg Temperature 8°C
25.0 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

Population800
Median Age41.1 yrs
Density1,455/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 Temp46°F (8°C)
AQI13 (Good)
Rain25.0 in/yr
Sunny Days291/yr
Elevation154 ft (47 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband95.7%
Population800
Population Density1,455 / sq mi
Elevation154 ft (47 m)
Coordinates55.9613°, 12.8561°
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm
Country🇸🇪 Sweden
State / ProvinceSkåne
Average Temperature46°F (8°C)
January Average32°F (-0°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation25.0 inches (634 mm)
Annual Snowfall5.4 inches (14 cm)
Median Age41.1 years

Is Vallåkra a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Vallåkra 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. Vallåkra 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

Vallåkra experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 62°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 5.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 13.

Vallåkra has a population of 800 with a density of 1,455 people per square mile, spread across 0.6 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

800
Total Population
1,455
People / sq mi
41.1yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.4%
Female 49.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Vallåkra vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Vallåkra vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Vallåkra 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: Vallåkra 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 Vallåkra, 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: Vallåkra 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

Vallåkra experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. The area gets 291 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 25.0 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 5.4 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 154 feet.

Temperature

32°F Jan (-0°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average46.2°F
14% below US avg
January Average32°F (-0°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days291 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall25.0 inches
34% below US avg
Snowfall5.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median13.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.3%

Geography

Elevation154 ft (47 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.4 km²)
Population Density1,455/sq mi
Coordinates55.9613°N, 12.8561°W
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 32°F (-0°C) 1.9 in Coldest
February 32°F (-0°C) 1.2 in Driest
March 36°F (2°C) 1.8 in
April 43°F (6°C) 1.5 in
May 52°F (11°C) 1.7 in
June 58°F (15°C) 2.2 in
July 62°F (17°C) 2.5 in Warmest
August 62°F (17°C) 2.3 in
September 55°F (13°C) 2.6 in Wettest
October 48°F (9°C) 2.4 in
November 40°F (4°C) 2.5 in
December 35°F (2°C) 2.3 in

Vallåkra has a seasonal temperature swing of 30°F — from 32°F in January to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 25.0 inches, with September being the wettest month (2.6") and February the driest (1.2").

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 Density1,455/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access95.7%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Vallåkra

What is the population of Vallåkra?

Vallåkra has a population of 800 residents and is located in Sweden. The population density is 1,455 people per square mile, spread across 0.6 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 Vallåkra expensive to live in?

Vallåkra 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 Vallåkra?

Vallåkra has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 32°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 291 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 25.0 inches, with 5.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 13.

How is the job market in Vallåkra?

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

How are the schools in Vallåkra?

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

How healthy is Vallåkra?

The obesity rate in Vallåkra 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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