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Dalvík, Iceland

Northeast · 🇮🇸 Iceland

Dalvík is a small town in Northeast, Iceland with a population of 1,359. Elevation: 131 ft (40 m). Average temperature: 34°F (1°C).

4.4 /5.0
A Great
1,359 Population
131 ft Elevation 40 meters
34°F Avg Temperature 1°C
25.5 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

Population1,359
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 Temp34°F (1°C)
AQI7 (Good)
Rain25.5 in/yr
Sunny Days290/yr
Elevation131 ft (40 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband99.8%
Population1,359
Elevation131 ft (40 m)
Coordinates65.9702°, -18.5286°
TimezoneAtlantic/Reykjavik
Country🇮🇸 Iceland
State / ProvinceNortheast
Average Temperature34°F (1°C)
January Average26°F (-4°C)
July Average48°F (9°C)
Annual Precipitation25.5 inches (647 mm)
Annual Snowfall16.0 inches (41 cm)
Median Household Income$77,000
Median Age37.1 years

Is Dalvík a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Dalvík 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

Dalvík has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 34°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 48°F in July. With 290 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 25.5 inches, including 16.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 7.

Dalvík has a population of 1,359. 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

1,359
Total Population
37.1yrs
Median Age
5% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 51.2%
Female 48.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Dalvík vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Dalvík vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dalvík 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: Dalvík 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 Dalvík, 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: Dalvík 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

Dalvík has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 34°F (1°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 48°F in July. The area gets 290 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 25.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 16.0 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 131 feet.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-4°C) 48°F Jul (9°C)
Annual Average34.1°F
37% below US avg
January Average26°F (-4°C)
July Average48°F (9°C)
Sunny Days290 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall25.5 inches
33% below US avg
Snowfall16.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median7.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.6%

Geography

Elevation131 ft (40 m)
Coordinates65.9702°N, 18.5286°W
TimezoneAtlantic/Reykjavik

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 26°F (-4°C) 2.3 in
February 25°F (-4°C) 2.1 in Coldest
March 26°F (-4°C) 2.3 in
April 30°F (-1°C) 1.6 in
May 37°F (3°C) 1.4 in Driest
June 44°F (7°C) 1.7 in
July 48°F (9°C) 1.8 in Warmest
August 47°F (8°C) 2.1 in
September 41°F (5°C) 2.5 in
October 33°F (1°C) 3.1 in Wettest
November 29°F (-2°C) 2.4 in
December 26°F (-3°C) 2.3 in

Dalvík has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F — from 25°F in February to 48°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 25.5 inches, with October being the wettest month (3.1") and May the driest (1.4").

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 Dalvík

What is the population of Dalvík?

Dalvík has a population of 1,359 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 Dalvík expensive to live in?

Dalvík 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 Dalvík?

Dalvík has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 34°F (1°C). Winter temperatures average 26°F in January, while summers reach an average of 48°F in July. The area receives 290 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 25.5 inches, with 16.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 7.

How is the job market in Dalvík?

How are the schools in Dalvík?

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

How healthy is Dalvík?

The obesity rate in Dalvík 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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