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Blönduós, Iceland

Northwest · 🇮🇸 Iceland

Blönduós is a small town in Northwest, Iceland with a population of 813. Elevation: 118 ft (36 m). Average temperature: 37°F (3°C).

4.4 /5.0
A Great
813 Population 12/sq mi density
118 ft Elevation 36 meters
37°F Avg Temperature 3°C
20.3 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

Population813
Median Age37.1 yrs
Density12/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 Temp37°F (3°C)
AQI7 (Good)
Rain20.3 in/yr
Sunny Days299/yr
Elevation118 ft (36 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband99.8%
Population813
Population Density12 / sq mi
Elevation118 ft (36 m)
Coordinates65.6593°, -20.2808°
TimezoneAtlantic/Reykjavik
Country🇮🇸 Iceland
State / ProvinceNorthwest
Average Temperature37°F (3°C)
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average50°F (10°C)
Annual Precipitation20.3 inches (515 mm)
Annual Snowfall9.7 inches (25 cm)
Median Household Income$77,000
Median Age37.1 years

Is Blönduós a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Blönduós 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

Blönduós has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 50°F in July. With 299 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 20.3 inches, including 9.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 7.

Blönduós has a population of 813 with a density of 12 people per square mile, spread across 70.7 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

813
Total Population
12
People / sq mi
37.1yrs
Median Age
5% below US avg
70.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.2%
Female 48.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Blönduós vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Blönduós vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Blönduós 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: Blönduós 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 Blönduós, 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: Blönduós 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

Blönduós has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 50°F in July. The area gets 299 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 20.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 9.7 inches of snow annually. 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 118 feet.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 50°F Jul (10°C)
Annual Average36.6°F
32% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average50°F (10°C)
Sunny Days299 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall20.3 inches
47% below US avg
Snowfall9.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median7.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.6%

Geography

Elevation118 ft (36 m)
Area70.7 sq mi (183.0 km²)
Population Density12/sq mi
Coordinates65.6593°N, 20.2808°W
TimezoneAtlantic/Reykjavik

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 27°F (-3°C) 1.7 in
February 26°F (-3°C) 1.5 in Coldest
March 28°F (-2°C) 1.9 in
April 33°F (1°C) 1.4 in
May 41°F (5°C) 1.3 in Driest
June 47°F (8°C) 1.6 in
July 50°F (10°C) 1.8 in Warmest
August 49°F (10°C) 1.9 in
September 44°F (6°C) 1.8 in
October 36°F (2°C) 2.2 in Wettest
November 30°F (-1°C) 1.6 in
December 28°F (-2°C) 1.7 in

Blönduós has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F — from 26°F in February to 50°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 20.3 inches, with October being the wettest month (2.2") and May the driest (1.3").

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 Density12/sq mi
Total Area70.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access99.8%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Blönduós

What is the population of Blönduós?

Blönduós has a population of 813 residents and is located in Iceland. The population density is 12 people per square mile, spread across 70.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 37.1 years. The population is 48.8% female and 51.2% male.

Is Blönduós expensive to live in?

Blönduós 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 Blönduós?

Blönduós has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winter temperatures average 27°F in January, while summers reach an average of 50°F in July. The area receives 299 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 20.3 inches, with 9.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 7.

How is the job market in Blönduós?

How are the schools in Blönduós?

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

How healthy is Blönduós?

The obesity rate in Blönduós 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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