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Flekkefjord, Norway

Agder · 🇳🇴 Norway

Flekkefjord is a small city in Agder, Norway with a population of 9,048. Elevation: 23 ft (7 m). Average temperature: 45°F (7°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
9,048 Population 6,557/sq mi density
23 ft Elevation 7 meters
45°F Avg Temperature 7°C
68.6 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

Population9,048
Median Age39.8 yrs
Density6,557/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 Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI64 (Moderate)
Rain68.6 in/yr
Sunny Days212/yr
Elevation23 ft (7 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband99.0%
Population9,048
Population Density6,557 / sq mi
Elevation23 ft (7 m)
Coordinates58.2971°, 6.6607°
TimezoneEurope/Oslo
Country🇳🇴 Norway
State / ProvinceAgder
Average Temperature45°F (7°C)
January Average33°F (1°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Annual Precipitation68.6 inches (1,743 mm)
Annual Snowfall25.1 inches (64 cm)
Median Age39.8 years

Is Flekkefjord a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Flekkefjord receives an overall livability score of 4.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include a highly educated population, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Flekkefjord 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

Flekkefjord has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July. The area gets 212 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 68.6 inches, including 25.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 64.

Flekkefjord has a population of 9,048 with a density of 6,557 people per square mile, spread across 1.4 square miles. The median age is 39.8 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.6% female and 50.4% male. 20.9% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

9,048
Total Population
6,557
People / sq mi
39.8yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.4%
Female 49.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Flekkefjord vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Flekkefjord vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Flekkefjord is N/A. Per capita income is $87,497 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 4.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.2% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 85.1, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Flekkefjord 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 Flekkefjord, 19.2% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 5.1% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 30.5% have high blood pressure. 9.5% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 7.5% report binge drinking. 83.5% are physically inactive, above the national average. 11.4% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Flekkefjord 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

Flekkefjord has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July. The area gets 212 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 68.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 25.1 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 64 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 76% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 23 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

33°F Jan (1°C) 57°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average44.5°F
18% below US avg
January Average33°F (1°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Sunny Days212 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall68.6 inches
81% above US avg
Snowfall25.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median64.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %75.9%

Geography

Elevation23 ft (7 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.6 km²)
Population Density6,557/sq mi
Coordinates58.2971°N, 6.6607°W
TimezoneEurope/Oslo
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. 99.0% of households have broadband internet access.

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 Density6,557/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access99.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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