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Egilsstaðir, Iceland

East · 🇮🇸 Iceland

Egilsstaðir is a small town in East, Iceland with a population of 2,572. Elevation: 108 ft (33 m). Average temperature: 37°F (3°C).

4.4 /5.0
A Great
2,572 Population
108 ft Elevation 33 meters
37°F Avg Temperature 3°C
32.6 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

Population2,572
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 Temp37°F (3°C)
AQI7 (Good)
Rain32.6 in/yr
Sunny Days277/yr
Elevation108 ft (33 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband99.8%
Population2,572
Elevation108 ft (33 m)
Coordinates65.2669°, -14.3949°
TimezoneAtlantic/Reykjavik
Country🇮🇸 Iceland
State / ProvinceEast
Average Temperature37°F (3°C)
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average51°F (10°C)
Annual Precipitation32.6 inches (829 mm)
Annual Snowfall18.3 inches (47 cm)
Median Household Income$77,000
Median Age37.1 years

Is Egilsstaðir a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Egilsstaðir 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

Egilsstaðir has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 51°F in July. With 277 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 32.6 inches, including 18.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 7.

Egilsstaðir has a population of 2,572. 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

2,572
Total Population
37.1yrs
Median Age
5% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 51.2%
Female 48.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Egilsstaðir vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Egilsstaðir vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Egilsstaðir 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: Egilsstaðir 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 Egilsstaðir, 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: Egilsstaðir 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

Egilsstaðir has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 51°F in July. The area gets 277 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 32.6 inches. The area receives 18.3 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 108 feet.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 51°F Jul (10°C)
Annual Average36.9°F
32% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average51°F (10°C)
Sunny Days277 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall32.6 inches
14% below US avg
Snowfall18.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median7.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.6%

Geography

Elevation108 ft (33 m)
Coordinates65.2669°N, 14.3949°W
TimezoneAtlantic/Reykjavik

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 28°F (-2°C) 4.0 in
February 28°F (-2°C) 2.8 in Coldest
March 29°F (-2°C) 3.2 in
April 33°F (0°C) 1.9 in
May 40°F (4°C) 1.5 in
June 47°F (8°C) 1.4 in Driest
July 51°F (10°C) 1.9 in Warmest
August 50°F (10°C) 2.1 in
September 44°F (7°C) 3.4 in
October 36°F (2°C) 4.1 in Wettest
November 31°F (-1°C) 3.2 in
December 28°F (-2°C) 3.4 in

Egilsstaðir has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F — from 28°F in February to 51°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 32.7 inches, with October being the wettest month (4.1") and June 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 Egilsstaðir

What is the population of Egilsstaðir?

Egilsstaðir has a population of 2,572 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 Egilsstaðir expensive to live in?

Egilsstaðir 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 Egilsstaðir?

Egilsstaðir has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winter temperatures average 28°F in January, while summers reach an average of 51°F in July. The area receives 277 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 32.6 inches, with 18.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 7.

How is the job market in Egilsstaðir?

How are the schools in Egilsstaðir?

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

How healthy is Egilsstaðir?

The obesity rate in Egilsstaðir 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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