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Vansbro, Sweden

Dalarna · 🇸🇪 Sweden

Vansbro is a small town in Dalarna, Sweden with a population of 2,042. Elevation: 820 ft (250 m). Average temperature: 39°F (4°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
2,042 Population 1,480/sq mi density
820 ft Elevation 250 meters
39°F Avg Temperature 4°C
26.6 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

Population2,042
Median Age41.1 yrs
Density1,480/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 Temp39°F (4°C)
AQI13 (Good)
Rain26.6 in/yr
Sunny Days288/yr
Elevation820 ft (250 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband95.7%
Population2,042
Population Density1,480 / sq mi
Elevation820 ft (250 m)
Coordinates60.5089°, 14.2246°
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm
Country🇸🇪 Sweden
State / ProvinceDalarna
Average Temperature39°F (4°C)
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average60°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation26.6 inches (675 mm)
Annual Snowfall8.2 inches (21 cm)
Median Age41.1 years

Is Vansbro a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Vansbro 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. Vansbro 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

Vansbro has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. With 288 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 26.6 inches, including 8.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 13.

Vansbro has a population of 2,042 with a density of 1,480 people per square mile, spread across 1.4 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

2,042
Total Population
1,480
People / sq mi
41.1yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.4%
Female 49.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Vansbro vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Vansbro vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Vansbro 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: Vansbro 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 Vansbro, 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: Vansbro 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

Vansbro has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. The area gets 288 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 26.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 8.2 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 820 feet.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-7°C) 60°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average38.5°F
29% below US avg
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average60°F (15°C)
Sunny Days288 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall26.6 inches
30% below US avg
Snowfall8.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median13.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.3%

Geography

Elevation820 ft (250 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.6 km²)
Population Density1,480/sq mi
Coordinates60.5089°N, 14.2246°W
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 20°F (-7°C) 1.6 in Coldest
February 20°F (-7°C) 1.1 in Driest
March 28°F (-2°C) 1.4 in
April 37°F (3°C) 1.8 in
May 48°F (9°C) 2.0 in
June 56°F (13°C) 3.0 in
July 60°F (15°C) 3.4 in Warmest, Wettest
August 56°F (14°C) 3.2 in
September 48°F (9°C) 2.6 in
October 39°F (4°C) 2.4 in
November 29°F (-2°C) 2.3 in
December 22°F (-6°C) 1.8 in

Vansbro has a seasonal temperature swing of 40°F — from 20°F in January to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 26.6 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.4") and February 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 Density1,480/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access95.7%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Vansbro

What is the population of Vansbro?

Vansbro has a population of 2,042 residents and is located in Sweden. The population density is 1,480 people per square mile, spread across 1.4 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 Vansbro expensive to live in?

Vansbro 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 Vansbro?

Vansbro has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 20°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 288 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 26.6 inches, with 8.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 13.

How is the job market in Vansbro?

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

How are the schools in Vansbro?

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

How healthy is Vansbro?

The obesity rate in Vansbro 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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