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Älvsbyn
City in Norrbotten, Sweden
Overview
Älvsbyn, known as 'The Pearl of Norrbotten,' is a small but charming town set amid forests and the impressive Pite River. Famous for its natural beauty and friendly community, the city is a gateway to outdoor adventures year-round.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Sweden
County
Norrbotten
Population
4,923
Time Zone
Europe/Stockholm
Coordinates
65.68°, 21.00°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
93
Female Safety
93
LGBTQ+ Safety
82
Traffic Safety
90
Food Safety
97
Monthly Cost
$1,758
Local Cost
$1,005
Local Income
$2,450
Cashless
91
English
85
Temperature
2.2°C
Summer Avg
14.3°C
Winter Avg
-8.9°C
Record High
32.2°C
Record Low
-30.4°C
Humidity
88%
Precipitation
756 mm
City Vibrancy
5
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
1
Parks
4
Transport
53
Walk Score
53
Footways
106.0
Airport
—
Distance
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-07.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 72/100.
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