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Vårgårda, Sweden

Västra Götaland · 🇸🇪 Sweden

Vårgårda is a small city in Västra Götaland, Sweden with a population of 5,384. Elevation: 358 ft (109 m). Average temperature: 44°F (7°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
5,384 Population 2,679/sq mi density
358 ft Elevation 109 meters
44°F Avg Temperature 7°C
31.1 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

Population5,384
Median Age41.1 yrs
Density2,679/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)
Rain31.1 in/yr
Sunny Days280/yr
Elevation358 ft (109 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband95.7%
Population5,384
Population Density2,679 / sq mi
Elevation358 ft (109 m)
Coordinates58.0371°, 12.8091°
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm
Country🇸🇪 Sweden
State / ProvinceVästra Götaland
Average Temperature44°F (7°C)
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation31.1 inches (789 mm)
Annual Snowfall9.2 inches (23 cm)
Median Age41.1 years

Is Vårgårda a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Vårgårda 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. Vårgårda 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

Vårgårda has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. With 280 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 31.1 inches, including 9.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 13.

Vårgårda has a population of 5,384 with a density of 2,679 people per square mile, spread across 2.0 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

5,384
Total Population
2,679
People / sq mi
41.1yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg
2.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.4%
Female 49.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Vårgårda vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Vårgårda vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Vårgårda 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: Vårgårda 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 Vårgårda, 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: Vårgårda 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

Vårgårda has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. The area gets 280 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 31.1 inches. The area receives 9.2 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 358 feet.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average43.8°F
19% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days280 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall31.1 inches
18% below US avg
Snowfall9.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median13.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.3%

Geography

Elevation358 ft (109 m)
Area2.0 sq mi (5.2 km²)
Population Density2,679/sq mi
Coordinates58.0371°N, 12.8091°W
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 29°F (-2°C) 2.5 in
February 28°F (-2°C) 1.8 in Coldest
March 34°F (1°C) 2.0 in
April 41°F (5°C) 1.8 in Driest
May 51°F (11°C) 1.9 in
June 58°F (14°C) 2.8 in
July 61°F (16°C) 2.8 in Warmest
August 59°F (15°C) 2.8 in
September 52°F (11°C) 3.4 in Wettest
October 45°F (7°C) 3.2 in
November 37°F (3°C) 3.3 in
December 32°F (-0°C) 2.9 in

Vårgårda has a seasonal temperature swing of 33°F — from 28°F in February to 61°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 31.1 inches, with September being the wettest month (3.4") and April the driest (1.8").

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 Density2,679/sq mi
Total Area2.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access95.7%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Vårgårda

What is the population of Vårgårda?

Vårgårda has a population of 5,384 residents and is located in Sweden. The population density is 2,679 people per square mile, spread across 2.0 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 Vårgårda expensive to live in?

Vårgårda 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 Vårgårda?

Vårgårda has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 29°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 280 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.1 inches, with 9.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 13.

How is the job market in Vårgårda?

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

How are the schools in Vårgårda?

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

How healthy is Vårgårda?

The obesity rate in Vårgårda 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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