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Vika, Sweden

Dalarna · 🇸🇪 Sweden

Vika is a small town in Dalarna, Sweden with a population of 582. Elevation: 410 ft (125 m). Average temperature: 40°F (5°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
582 Population
410 ft Elevation 125 meters
40°F Avg Temperature 5°C
23.5 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

Population582
Median Age41.1 yrs
DensityN/A
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 (5°C)
AQI13 (Good)
Rain23.5 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation410 ft (125 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband95.7%
Population582
Elevation410 ft (125 m)
Coordinates60.5134°, 15.7161°
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm
Country🇸🇪 Sweden
State / ProvinceDalarna
Average Temperature40°F (5°C)
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation23.5 inches (596 mm)
Annual Snowfall7.3 inches (19 cm)
Median Age41.1 years

Is Vika a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Vika 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. Vika 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

Vika has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 23.5 inches, including 7.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 13.

Vika has a population of 582. 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

582
Total Population
41.1yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50.4%
Female 49.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Vika vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Vika vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Vika 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: Vika 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 Vika, 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: Vika 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

Vika has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (5°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. The area gets 293 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 23.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 7.3 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 410 feet.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average40.3°F
25% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall23.5 inches
38% below US avg
Snowfall7.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median13.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.3%

Geography

Elevation410 ft (125 m)
Coordinates60.5134°N, 15.7161°W
TimezoneEurope/Stockholm

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 22°F (-6°C) 1.5 in Coldest
February 22°F (-6°C) 1.0 in Driest
March 29°F (-2°C) 1.2 in
April 37°F (3°C) 1.7 in
May 49°F (10°C) 1.7 in
June 58°F (14°C) 2.4 in
July 61°F (16°C) 3.0 in Warmest, Wettest
August 58°F (15°C) 2.9 in
September 49°F (10°C) 2.5 in
October 41°F (5°C) 2.1 in
November 32°F (-0°C) 2.1 in
December 25°F (-4°C) 1.6 in

Vika has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F — from 22°F in January to 61°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 23.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.0") and February the driest (1.0").

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

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access95.7%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Vika

What is the population of Vika?

Vika has a population of 582 residents and is located in Sweden.. 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 Vika expensive to live in?

Vika 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 Vika?

Vika has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 22°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 293 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 23.5 inches, with 7.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 13.

How is the job market in Vika?

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

How are the schools in Vika?

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

How healthy is Vika?

The obesity rate in Vika 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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