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Vårsta, Sweden

Stockholm · 🇸🇪 Sweden

Vårsta is a small town in Stockholm, Sweden with a population of 2,470. Elevation: 102 ft (31 m). Average temperature: 43°F (6°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
2,470 Population 4,259/sq mi density
102 ft Elevation 31 meters
43°F Avg Temperature 6°C
23.4 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

Population2,470
Median Age41.1 yrs
Density4,259/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 Temp43°F (6°C)
AQI13 (Good)
Rain23.4 in/yr
Sunny Days294/yr
Elevation102 ft (31 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband95.7%
Population2,470
Population Density4,259 / sq mi
Elevation102 ft (31 m)
Coordinates59.1653°, 17.7972°
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm
Country🇸🇪 Sweden
State / ProvinceStockholm
Average Temperature43°F (6°C)
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation23.4 inches (594 mm)
Annual Snowfall6.7 inches (17 cm)
Median Age41.1 years

Is Vårsta a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Vårsta 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. Vårsta 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

Vårsta has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. With 294 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 23.4 inches, including 6.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 13.

Vårsta has a population of 2,470 with a density of 4,259 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

2,470
Total Population
4,259
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

Vårsta vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Vårsta vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Vårsta 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: Vårsta 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 Vårsta, 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: Vårsta 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

Vårsta has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. The area gets 294 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 23.4 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 6.7 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 102 feet.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average43.3°F
20% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days294 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall23.4 inches
38% below US avg
Snowfall6.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median13.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.3%

Geography

Elevation102 ft (31 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density4,259/sq mi
Coordinates59.1653°N, 17.7972°W
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temp Precipitation
Jan 28°F (-2°C)
1.7"
Feb 27°F (-3°C)
1.2"
Mar 32°F (0°C)
1.5"
Apr 39°F (4°C)
1.4"
May 49°F (10°C)
1.3"
Jun 57°F (14°C)
2.1"
Jul 62°F (17°C)
2.6"
Aug 60°F (16°C)
2.3"
Sep 53°F (11°C)
2.4"
Oct 45°F (7°C)
2.2"
Nov 37°F (3°C)
2.5"
Dec 31°F (-1°C)
2.2"

The warmest month is July at 62°F, while the coldest is February at 27°F — a seasonal swing of 35°F. July sees the most rain (2.6"), while February is 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 Density4,259/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access95.7%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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