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Akranes, Iceland

West · 🇮🇸 Iceland

Akranes is a small city in West, Iceland with a population of 7,411. Elevation: 26 ft (8 m). Average temperature: 40°F (4°C).

4.4 /5.0
A Great
7,411 Population 1,920/sq mi density
26 ft Elevation 8 meters
40°F Avg Temperature 4°C
33.8 in Annual Rain
Atlantic / Reykjavik Timezone
$77,000 Median Income
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$77,000 median income
A+
Education
4.6 / 5.0
45.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $77,000
2% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 45.0%
34% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 21.2%
34% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.5%
72% lower than US avg

People

Population7,411
Median Age37.1 yrs
Density1,920/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%

Economy

A
Median Income$77,000
Per Capita$82,139
UnemploymentN/A
Poverty3.5%

Health

Obesity21.2%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking6.8%
Depression13.0%

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (4°C)
AQI7 (Good)
Rain33.8 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation26 ft (8 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband99.8%
Population7,411
Population Density1,920 / sq mi
Elevation26 ft (8 m)
Coordinates64.3218°, -22.0749°
TimezoneAtlantic/Reykjavik
Country🇮🇸 Iceland
State / ProvinceWest
Average Temperature40°F (4°C)
January Average32°F (-0°C)
July Average50°F (10°C)
Annual Precipitation33.8 inches (858 mm)
Annual Snowfall16.7 inches (42 cm)
Median Household Income$77,000
Median Age37.1 years

Is Akranes a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Akranes receives an overall livability score of 4.4 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. Akranes stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Akranes is $77,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Only 3.5% 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

Akranes has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 50°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 33.8 inches, including 16.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 7.

Akranes has a population of 7,411 with a density of 1,920 people per square mile, spread across 3.9 square miles. The median age is 37.1 years, 5% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 48.8% female and 51.2% male. 19.0% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 90.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

7,411
Total Population
1,920
People / sq mi
37.1yrs
Median Age
5% below US avg
3.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.2%
Female 48.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Akranes vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Akranes vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Akranes is $77,000, which is 2% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $82,139 (above the $39,052 national figure). 3.5% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 102.1, roughly in line with the national average.

Income: Akranes vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$77,000
2% above US avg
Per Capita Income$82,139

Employment & Poverty

Poverty Rate3.5%
72% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living102.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Akranes, 21.2% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 5.9% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 27.5% have high blood pressure. 6.8% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 8.2% report binge drinking. 80.3% are physically inactive, above the national average. 13.0% report depression (below the 20.0% national average). 11.4% experience frequent mental distress.

Health Metrics: Akranes vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity21.2%
34% below US avg
Diabetes5.9%
High Blood Pressure27.5%
COPD0.0%
Kidney Disease0.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking6.8%
51% below US avg
Binge Drinking8.2%
Physical Inactivity80.3%
Depression13.0%
Mental Distress11.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.0%
Premature Death85/100K

Food & Exercise

Akranes has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 50°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 275 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 33.8 inches. The area receives 16.7 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 7 — among the cleanest air in the country. 94% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 26 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

32°F Jan (-0°C) 50°F Jul (10°C)
Annual Average39.8°F
26% below US avg
January Average32°F (-0°C)
July Average50°F (10°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.8 inches
11% below US avg
Snowfall16.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median7.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.6%

Geography

Elevation26 ft (8 m)
Area3.9 sq mi (10.0 km²)
Population Density1,920/sq mi
Coordinates64.3218°N, 22.0749°W
TimezoneAtlantic/Reykjavik

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 32°F (-0°C) 3.2 in Coldest
February 33°F (0°C) 3.5 in Wettest
March 33°F (0°C) 3.4 in
April 37°F (3°C) 2.1 in
May 42°F (6°C) 2.1 in
June 47°F (8°C) 1.9 in Driest
July 50°F (10°C) 2.1 in Warmest
August 50°F (10°C) 3.0 in
September 46°F (8°C) 2.7 in
October 40°F (5°C) 3.4 in
November 35°F (2°C) 3.2 in
December 33°F (0°C) 3.4 in

Akranes has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F — from 32°F in January to 50°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 33.8 inches, with February being the wettest month (3.5") and June the driest (1.9").

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. 99.8% of households have broadband internet access (above the 90.0% national rate).

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 Density1,920/sq mi
Total Area3.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access99.8%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Akranes

What is the population of Akranes?

Akranes has a population of 7,411 residents and is located in Iceland. The population density is 1,920 people per square mile, spread across 3.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 37.1 years. The population is 48.8% female and 51.2% male.

Is Akranes expensive to live in?

Akranes has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 102.1 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $77,000, 2% above the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in Akranes?

Akranes has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 32°F in January, while summers reach an average of 50°F in July. The area receives 275 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 33.8 inches, with 16.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 7.

How is the job market in Akranes?

How are the schools in Akranes?

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

How healthy is Akranes?

The obesity rate in Akranes is 21.2% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 6.8% of adults are smokers. 80.3% are physically inactive. 13.0% of residents report depression.

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