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Elverum, Norway

Innlandet · 🇳🇴 Norway

Elverum is a small city in Innlandet, Norway with a population of 12,490. Elevation: 646 ft (197 m). Average temperature: 37°F (3°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
12,490 Population 2,845/sq mi density
646 ft Elevation 197 meters
37°F Avg Temperature 3°C
27.8 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

Population12,490
Median Age39.8 yrs
Density2,845/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 Temp37°F (3°C)
AQI64 (Moderate)
Rain27.8 in/yr
Sunny Days286/yr
Elevation646 ft (197 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband99.0%
Population12,490
Population Density2,845 / sq mi
Elevation646 ft (197 m)
Coordinates60.8819°, 11.5623°
TimezoneEurope/Oslo
Country🇳🇴 Norway
State / ProvinceInnlandet
Average Temperature37°F (3°C)
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation27.8 inches (705 mm)
Annual Snowfall8.8 inches (22 cm)
Median Age39.8 years

Is Elverum a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Elverum 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. Elverum 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

Elverum has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F. Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. With 286 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 27.8 inches, including 8.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 64.

Elverum has a population of 12,490 with a density of 2,845 people per square mile. The median age is 39.8 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

12,490
Total Population
2,845
People / sq mi
39.8yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
4.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.4%
Female 49.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Elverum vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Elverum vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Elverum is N/A. The unemployment rate is 4.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.2% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Elverum 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 Elverum, 19.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 9.5% are current smokers. 11.4% report depression. 83.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Elverum 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

Elverum has an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. Annual precipitation is 27.8 inches. The area enjoys 286 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 64.

Temperature

16°F Jan (-9°C) 59°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average36.9°F
32% below US avg
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Sunny Days286 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall27.8 inches
27% below US avg
Snowfall8.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median64.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %75.9%

Geography

Elevation646 ft (197 m)
Area4.4 sq mi (11.4 km²)
Population Density2,845/sq mi
Coordinates60.8819°N, 11.5623°W
TimezoneEurope/Oslo
45.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (34% above US avg). 99.0% of households have broadband internet.

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 Density2,845/sq mi
Total Area4.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access99.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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