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Folldal, Norway

Innlandet · 🇳🇴 Norway

Folldal is a small town in Innlandet, Norway with a population of 497. Elevation: 2,297 ft (700 m). Average temperature: 33°F (1°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
497 Population 1,381/sq mi density
2,297 ft Elevation 700 meters
33°F Avg Temperature 1°C
20.1 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

Population497
Median Age39.8 yrs
Density1,381/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 Temp33°F (1°C)
AQI64 (Moderate)
Rain20.1 in/yr
Sunny Days300/yr
Elevation2,297 ft (700 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband99.0%
Population497
Population Density1,381 / sq mi
Elevation2,297 ft (700 m)
Coordinates62.1325°, 9.9968°
TimezoneEurope/Oslo
Country🇳🇴 Norway
State / ProvinceInnlandet
Average Temperature33°F (1°C)
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average52°F (11°C)
Annual Precipitation20.1 inches (511 mm)
Annual Snowfall7.8 inches (20 cm)
Median Age39.8 years

Is Folldal a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Folldal 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. Folldal 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

Folldal has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 33°F. Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 52°F in July. With 300 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 20.1 inches, including 7.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 64.

Folldal has a population of 497 with a density of 1,381 people per square mile, spread across 0.4 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

497
Total Population
1,381
People / sq mi
39.8yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.4%
Female 49.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Folldal vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Folldal vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Folldal 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: Folldal 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 Folldal, 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: Folldal 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

Folldal has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 33°F (1°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 52°F in July. The area gets 300 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 20.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 7.8 inches of snow annually. 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 2,297 feet.

Temperature

18°F Jan (-8°C) 52°F Jul (11°C)
Annual Average33.0°F
39% below US avg
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average52°F (11°C)
Sunny Days300 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall20.1 inches
47% below US avg
Snowfall7.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median64.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %75.9%

Geography

Elevation2,297 ft (700 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density1,381/sq mi
Coordinates62.1325°N, 9.9968°W
TimezoneEurope/Oslo

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 18°F (-8°C) 1.1 in Coldest
February 19°F (-7°C) 0.8 in Driest
March 23°F (-5°C) 0.9 in
April 30°F (-1°C) 0.8 in
May 41°F (5°C) 1.5 in
June 48°F (9°C) 2.7 in
July 52°F (11°C) 3.2 in Warmest, Wettest
August 50°F (10°C) 2.6 in
September 42°F (5°C) 2.2 in
October 33°F (0°C) 1.8 in
November 24°F (-5°C) 1.3 in
December 19°F (-7°C) 1.1 in

Folldal has a seasonal temperature swing of 33°F — from 18°F in January to 52°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 20.1 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.2") and February the driest (0.8").

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. 99.0% 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 Density1,381/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access99.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Folldal

What is the population of Folldal?

Folldal has a population of 497 residents and is located in Norway. The population density is 1,381 people per square mile, spread across 0.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 39.8 years. The population is 49.6% female and 50.4% male.

Is Folldal expensive to live in?

Folldal is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 85.1 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Folldal?

Folldal has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 33°F (1°C). Winter temperatures average 18°F in January, while summers reach an average of 52°F in July. The area receives 300 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 20.1 inches, with 7.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 64.

How is the job market in Folldal?

Folldal has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.6%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Folldal?

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

How healthy is Folldal?

The obesity rate in Folldal is 19.2% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 9.5% of adults are smokers. 83.5% are physically inactive. 11.4% of residents report depression.

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