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Alta, Norway

Finnmark · 🇳🇴 Norway

Alta is a small city in Finnmark, Norway with a population of 15,094. Elevation: 213 ft (65 m). Average temperature: 33°F (1°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
15,094 Population 4,205/sq mi density
213 ft Elevation 65 meters
33°F Avg Temperature 1°C
17.1 in Annual Rain
Europe / Oslo 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 19.2%
40% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.6%
29% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.2%
98% lower than US avg

People

Population15,094
Median Age39.8 yrs
Density4,205/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$87,497
Unemployment4.6%
Poverty0.2%

Health

Obesity19.2%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking9.5%
Depression11.4%

Climate

Avg Temp33°F (1°C)
AQI64 (Moderate)
Rain17.1 in/yr
Sunny Days305/yr
Elevation213 ft (65 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband99.0%
Population15,094
Population Density4,205 / sq mi
Elevation213 ft (65 m)
Coordinates69.9689°, 23.2717°
TimezoneEurope/Oslo
Country🇳🇴 Norway
State / ProvinceFinnmark
Average Temperature33°F (1°C)
January Average15°F (-9°C)
July Average56°F (13°C)
Annual Precipitation17.1 inches (434 mm)
Annual Snowfall8.9 inches (23 cm)
Median Age39.8 years

Is Alta a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Alta 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. Alta stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 4.6%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 0.2% 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

Alta has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 33°F. Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 56°F in July. With 305 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 17.1 inches, including 8.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 64.

Alta has a population of 15,094 with a density of 4,205 people per square mile. The median age is 39.8 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

15,094
Total Population
4,205
People / sq mi
39.8yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
3.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.4%
Female 49.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Alta vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Alta vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Alta is N/A. The unemployment rate is 4.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.2% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Alta vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$87,497

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.6%
29% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.2%
98% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living85.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Alta, 19.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 9.5% are current smokers. 11.4% report depression. 83.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity19.2%
40% below US avg
Diabetes5.1%
High Blood Pressure30.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking9.5%
32% below US avg
Binge Drinking7.5%
Physical Inactivity83.5%
Depression11.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.0%

Food & Exercise

Alta has an average annual temperature of 33°F (1°C). Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 56°F in July. Annual precipitation is 17.1 inches. The area enjoys 305 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 64.

Temperature

15°F Jan (-9°C) 56°F Jul (13°C)
Annual Average33.1°F
39% below US avg
January Average15°F (-9°C)
July Average56°F (13°C)
Sunny Days305 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall17.1 inches
55% below US avg
Snowfall8.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median64.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %75.9%

Geography

Elevation213 ft (65 m)
Area3.6 sq mi (9.3 km²)
Population Density4,205/sq mi
Coordinates69.9689°N, 23.2717°W
TimezoneEurope/Oslo
45.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (34% above US avg). 99.0% of households have broadband internet.

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 Density4,205/sq mi
Total Area3.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access99.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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