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Kalix
City in Norrbotten, Sweden
Overview
Kalix is a peaceful town in northern Sweden on the banks of the scenic Kalix River, famous for its natural beauty and welcoming atmosphere. With a blend of cultural sites, outdoor activities, and traditional Swedish hospitality, Kalix offers a relaxing gateway to the Norrbotten region.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Sweden
County
Norrbotten
Population
8,226
Time Zone
Europe/Stockholm
Coordinates
65.85°, 23.16°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
85
Female Safety
82
LGBTQ+ Safety
80
Traffic Safety
88
Food Safety
99
Monthly Cost
$1,846
Local Cost
$1,160
Local Income
$2,100
Cashless
98
English
80
Temperature
1.7°C
Summer Avg
14.1°C
Winter Avg
-9.7°C
Record High
29.0°C
Record Low
-33.9°C
Humidity
90%
Precipitation
764 mm
Internet Speed
224 Mbps
Upload
202 Mbps
Latency
26 ms
City Vibrancy
12
Coworking
0
Cafes
7
Nightlife
0
Parks
5
Transport
100
Walk Score
100
Footways
368.0
Airport
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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.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 1 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
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 78/100.
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