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Årnes, Norway

Akershus · 🇳🇴 Norway

Årnes is a small town in Akershus, Norway with a population of 3,289. Elevation: 459 ft (140 m). Average temperature: 40°F (5°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
3,289 Population 2,631/sq mi density
459 ft Elevation 140 meters
40°F Avg Temperature 5°C
30.6 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

Population3,289
Median Age39.8 yrs
Density2,631/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 Temp40°F (5°C)
AQI64 (Moderate)
Rain30.6 in/yr
Sunny Days280/yr
Elevation459 ft (140 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband99.0%
Population3,289
Population Density2,631 / sq mi
Elevation459 ft (140 m)
Coordinates60.1224°, 11.4701°
TimezoneEurope/Oslo
Country🇳🇴 Norway
State / ProvinceAkershus
Average Temperature40°F (5°C)
January Average22°F (-5°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation30.6 inches (777 mm)
Annual Snowfall10.9 inches (28 cm)
Median Age39.8 years

Is Årnes a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Årnes 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. Årnes 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

Årnes has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. With 280 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 30.6 inches, including 10.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 64.

Årnes has a population of 3,289 with a density of 2,631 people per square mile, spread across 1.3 square miles. The median age is 39.8 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.6% female and 50.4% male. 20.9% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

3,289
Total Population
2,631
People / sq mi
39.8yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.4%
Female 49.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Årnes vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Årnes vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Årnes is N/A. Per capita income is $87,497 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 4.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.2% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 85.1, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Årnes 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 Årnes, 19.2% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 5.1% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 30.5% have high blood pressure. 9.5% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 7.5% report binge drinking. 83.5% are physically inactive, above the national average. 11.4% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Årnes 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

Årnes has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (5°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. The area gets 280 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 30.6 inches. The area receives 10.9 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 64 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 76% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 459 feet.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-5°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average40.3°F
25% below US avg
January Average22°F (-5°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Sunny Days280 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall30.6 inches
20% below US avg
Snowfall10.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median64.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %75.9%

Geography

Elevation459 ft (140 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.2 km²)
Population Density2,631/sq mi
Coordinates60.1224°N, 11.4701°W
TimezoneEurope/Oslo

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 22°F (-5°C) 2.1 in Coldest
February 23°F (-5°C) 1.5 in Driest
March 30°F (-1°C) 1.9 in
April 38°F (3°C) 1.7 in
May 50°F (10°C) 2.0 in
June 57°F (14°C) 2.9 in
July 60°F (16°C) 3.0 in Warmest
August 58°F (14°C) 3.2 in
September 49°F (10°C) 3.4 in
October 41°F (5°C) 3.5 in Wettest
November 31°F (-0°C) 3.1 in
December 25°F (-4°C) 2.3 in

Årnes has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F — from 22°F in January to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 30.6 inches, with October being the wettest month (3.5") and February the driest (1.5").

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. 99.0% 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

Population Density2,631/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access99.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Årnes

What is the population of Årnes?

Årnes has a population of 3,289 residents and is located in Norway. The population density is 2,631 people per square mile, spread across 1.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 39.8 years. The population is 49.6% female and 50.4% male.

Is Årnes expensive to live in?

Årnes is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 85.1 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Årnes?

Årnes 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 60°F in July. The area receives 280 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 30.6 inches, with 10.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 64.

How is the job market in Årnes?

Årnes has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.6%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Årnes?

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

How healthy is Årnes?

The obesity rate in Årnes is 19.2% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 9.5% of adults are smokers. 83.5% are physically inactive. 11.4% of residents report depression.

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