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Godby, Aland Islands

Ålands landsbygd · 🇦🇽 Aland Islands

Godby is a small town in Ålands landsbygd, Aland Islands with a population of 1,369. Elevation: 20 ft (6 m). Average temperature: 42°F (6°C).

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
1,369 Population 507/sq mi density
20 ft Elevation 6 meters
42°F Avg Temperature 6°C
22.7 in Annual Rain
Europe / Mariehamn Timezone
$52,834 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$52,834 median income, 9.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$600/mo rent
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $52,834
30% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 35.0%
4% higher than US avg
Median Rent $600
48% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 21.5%
33% lower than US avg
Unemployment 9.5%
163% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.2%
98% lower than US avg

People

Population1,369
Median Age44.3 yrs
Density507/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

C+
Median Income$52,834
Per Capita$52,834
Unemployment9.5%
Poverty0.2%

Housing

A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$600
OwnershipN/A

Health

Obesity21.5%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking14.4%
Depression7.9%

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (6°C)
AQI66 (Moderate)
Rain22.7 in/yr
Sunny Days295/yr
Elevation20 ft (6 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+35.0%
High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband93.5%
Population1,369
Population Density507 / sq mi
Elevation20 ft (6 m)
Coordinates60.2300°, 19.9881°
TimezoneEurope/Mariehamn
Country🇦🇽 Aland Islands
State / ProvinceÅlands landsbygd
Average Temperature42°F (6°C)
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation22.7 inches (576 mm)
Annual Snowfall6.1 inches (15 cm)
Median Household Income$52,834
Median Age44.3 years

Is Godby a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Godby receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Godby offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Godby is $52,834, 30% below the national average of $75,149. At 9.5%, unemployment is notably high. Only 0.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $600 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 35.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 99.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Godby has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. With 295 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 22.7 inches, including 6.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 66.

Godby has a population of 1,369 with a density of 507 people per square mile, spread across 2.7 square miles. The median age is 44.3 years, 14% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.6% female and 49.4% male. 24.0% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 86.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,369
Total Population
507
People / sq mi
44.3yrs
Median Age
14% above US avg
2.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Godby vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Godby vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Godby is $52,834, which is 30% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $52,834 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 9.5% (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 70, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Godby vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$52,834
30% below US avg
Per Capita Income$52,834

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.5%
163% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.2%
98% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living70.00 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $600 (48% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$600
48% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied72.0%
Renter-Occupied28.0%

Property Tax

In Godby, 21.5% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 5.3% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 35.9% have high blood pressure. 14.4% are current smokers. 9.5% report binge drinking. 75.4% are physically inactive, above the national average. 7.9% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Godby vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity21.5%
33% below US avg
Diabetes5.3%
High Blood Pressure35.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.4%
3% above US avg
Binge Drinking9.5%
Physical Inactivity75.4%
Depression7.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.0%

Food & Exercise

Godby has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. The area gets 295 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 22.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 6.1 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 66 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 74% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 20 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average42.1°F
22% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days295 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall22.7 inches
40% below US avg
Snowfall6.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median66.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %74.3%

Geography

Elevation20 ft (6 m)
Area2.7 sq mi (7.0 km²)
Population Density507/sq mi
Coordinates60.2300°N, 19.9881°W
TimezoneEurope/Mariehamn

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 28°F (-2°C) 1.7 in
February 25°F (-4°C) 1.1 in Coldest
March 30°F (-1°C) 1.3 in
April 37°F (3°C) 1.2 in
May 47°F (8°C) 1.1 in Driest
June 56°F (13°C) 1.8 in
July 61°F (16°C) 2.3 in Warmest
August 59°F (15°C) 2.7 in Wettest
September 52°F (11°C) 2.4 in
October 44°F (7°C) 2.5 in
November 37°F (3°C) 2.6 in
December 31°F (-1°C) 2.0 in

Godby has a seasonal temperature swing of 35°F — from 25°F in February to 61°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 22.7 inches, with August being the wettest month (2.7") and May the driest (1.1").

35.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 4% above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school. 93.5% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+35.0%
4% above US avg
High School+99.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density507/sq mi
Total Area2.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access93.5%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Godby

What is the population of Godby?

Godby has a population of 1,369 residents and is located in Aland Islands. The population density is 507 people per square mile, spread across 2.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 44.3 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.6% female and 49.4% male.

Is Godby expensive to live in?

Godby is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 70 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $52,834, 30% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $600 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

What is the weather like in Godby?

Godby has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 28°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 295 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 22.7 inches, with 6.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 66.

How is the job market in Godby?

The job market in Godby faces challenges, with unemployment at 9.5% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in Godby?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $600.

How are the schools in Godby?

35.0% of adults in Godby hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Godby?

The obesity rate in Godby is 21.5% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 14.4% of adults are smokers. 75.4% are physically inactive. 7.9% of residents report depression.

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