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Borgarnes, Iceland

West · 🇮🇸 Iceland

Borgarnes is a small town in West, Iceland with a population of 1,875. Elevation: 3 ft (1 m). Average temperature: 39°F (4°C).

4.4 /5.0
A Great
1,875 Population
3 ft Elevation 1 meters
39°F Avg Temperature 4°C
31.5 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

Population1,875
Median Age37.1 yrs
DensityN/A
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 Temp39°F (4°C)
AQI7 (Good)
Rain31.5 in/yr
Sunny Days279/yr
Elevation3 ft (1 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband99.8%
Population1,875
Elevation3 ft (1 m)
Coordinates64.5383°, -21.9206°
TimezoneAtlantic/Reykjavik
Country🇮🇸 Iceland
State / ProvinceWest
Average Temperature39°F (4°C)
January Average29°F (-1°C)
July Average51°F (10°C)
Annual Precipitation31.5 inches (801 mm)
Annual Snowfall15.5 inches (39 cm)
Median Household Income$77,000
Median Age37.1 years

Is Borgarnes a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Borgarnes 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

Borgarnes has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 51°F in July. With 279 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 31.5 inches, including 15.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 7.

Borgarnes has a population of 1,875. 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

1,875
Total Population
37.1yrs
Median Age
5% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 51.2%
Female 48.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Borgarnes vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Borgarnes vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Borgarnes 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: Borgarnes 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 Borgarnes, 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: Borgarnes 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

Borgarnes has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 51°F in July. The area gets 279 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 31.5 inches. The area receives 15.5 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 3 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-1°C) 51°F Jul (10°C)
Annual Average38.7°F
28% below US avg
January Average29°F (-1°C)
July Average51°F (10°C)
Sunny Days279 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall31.5 inches
17% below US avg
Snowfall15.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median7.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.6%

Geography

Elevation3 ft (1 m)
Coordinates64.5383°N, 21.9206°W
TimezoneAtlantic/Reykjavik

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 29°F (-1°C) 3.1 in Coldest
February 30°F (-1°C) 3.2 in Wettest
March 31°F (-0°C) 3.2 in
April 36°F (2°C) 2.0 in
May 42°F (6°C) 1.9 in
June 47°F (9°C) 1.8 in Driest
July 51°F (10°C) 2.0 in Warmest
August 50°F (10°C) 2.8 in
September 45°F (7°C) 2.5 in
October 39°F (4°C) 3.1 in
November 33°F (1°C) 3.0 in
December 30°F (-1°C) 3.1 in

Borgarnes has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F — from 29°F in January to 51°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 31.5 inches, with February being the wettest month (3.2") and June the driest (1.8").

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

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access99.8%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Borgarnes

What is the population of Borgarnes?

Borgarnes has a population of 1,875 residents and is located in Iceland.. The median age of residents is 37.1 years. The population is 48.8% female and 51.2% male.

Is Borgarnes expensive to live in?

Borgarnes 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 Borgarnes?

Borgarnes has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 29°F in January, while summers reach an average of 51°F in July. The area receives 279 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.5 inches, with 15.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 7.

How is the job market in Borgarnes?

How are the schools in Borgarnes?

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

How healthy is Borgarnes?

The obesity rate in Borgarnes 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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