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Hammerfest, Norway

Finnmark · 🇳🇴 Norway

Hammerfest is a small city in Finnmark, Norway with a population of 11,448. Elevation: 131 ft (40 m). Average temperature: 32°F (-0°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
11,448 Population 10,407/sq mi density
131 ft Elevation 40 meters
32°F Avg Temperature -0°C
28.7 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

Population11,448
Median Age39.8 yrs
Density10,407/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 Temp32°F (-0°C)
AQI64 (Moderate)
Rain28.7 in/yr
Sunny Days284/yr
Elevation131 ft (40 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband99.0%
Population11,448
Population Density10,407 / sq mi
Elevation131 ft (40 m)
Coordinates70.6631°, 23.6809°
TimezoneEurope/Oslo
Country🇳🇴 Norway
State / ProvinceFinnmark
Average Temperature32°F (-0°C)
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average50°F (10°C)
Annual Precipitation28.7 inches (729 mm)
Annual Snowfall20.0 inches (51 cm)
Median Age39.8 years

Is Hammerfest a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hammerfest 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. Hammerfest 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

Hammerfest has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 32°F. Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 50°F in July. With 284 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 28.7 inches, including 20.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 64.

Hammerfest has a population of 11,448 with a density of 10,407 people per square mile. The median age is 39.8 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

11,448
Total Population
10,407
People / sq mi
39.8yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.4%
Female 49.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Hammerfest vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Hammerfest vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hammerfest 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: Hammerfest 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 Hammerfest, 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: Hammerfest 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

Hammerfest has an average annual temperature of 32°F (-0°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 50°F in July. Annual precipitation is 28.7 inches. The area enjoys 284 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 64.

Temperature

18°F Jan (-8°C) 50°F Jul (10°C)
Annual Average31.7°F
41% below US avg
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average50°F (10°C)
Sunny Days284 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall28.7 inches
24% below US avg
Snowfall20.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median64.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %75.9%

Geography

Elevation131 ft (40 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.8 km²)
Population Density10,407/sq mi
Coordinates70.6631°N, 23.6809°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 Density10,407/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access99.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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