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Heiås, Norway

Østfold · 🇳🇴 Norway

Heiås is a small town in Østfold, Norway with a population of 654. Elevation: 627 ft (191 m). Average temperature: 41°F (5°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
654 Population 2,044/sq mi density
627 ft Elevation 191 meters
41°F Avg Temperature 5°C
31.8 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

Population654
Median Age39.8 yrs
Density2,044/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 Temp41°F (5°C)
AQI64 (Moderate)
Rain31.8 in/yr
Sunny Days278/yr
Elevation627 ft (191 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband99.0%
Population654
Population Density2,044 / sq mi
Elevation627 ft (191 m)
Coordinates59.6997°, 11.2981°
TimezoneEurope/Oslo
Country🇳🇴 Norway
State / ProvinceØstfold
Average Temperature41°F (5°C)
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation31.8 inches (808 mm)
Annual Snowfall11.7 inches (30 cm)
Median Age39.8 years

Is Heiås a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Heiås 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. Heiås 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

Heiås has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. With 278 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 31.8 inches, including 11.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 64.

Heiås has a population of 654 with a density of 2,044 people per square mile, spread across 0.3 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

654
Total Population
2,044
People / sq mi
39.8yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.4%
Female 49.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Heiås vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Heiås vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Heiås 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: Heiås 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 Heiås, 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: Heiås 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

Heiås has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. The area gets 278 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 31.8 inches. The area receives 11.7 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 627 feet.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average41.3°F
24% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Sunny Days278 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall31.8 inches
16% below US avg
Snowfall11.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median64.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %75.9%

Geography

Elevation627 ft (191 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density2,044/sq mi
Coordinates59.6997°N, 11.2981°W
TimezoneEurope/Oslo

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 25°F (-4°C) 2.2 in
February 25°F (-4°C) 1.5 in Coldest, Driest
March 31°F (-1°C) 2.1 in
April 38°F (4°C) 1.7 in
May 50°F (10°C) 2.0 in
June 57°F (14°C) 3.0 in
July 60°F (16°C) 3.0 in Warmest
August 58°F (15°C) 3.2 in
September 50°F (10°C) 3.4 in
October 42°F (6°C) 3.8 in Wettest
November 33°F (1°C) 3.4 in
December 27°F (-3°C) 2.5 in

Heiås has a seasonal temperature swing of 36°F — from 25°F in February to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 31.8 inches, with October being the wettest month (3.8") and February the driest (1.5").

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 Density2,044/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access99.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Heiås

What is the population of Heiås?

Heiås has a population of 654 residents and is located in Norway. The population density is 2,044 people per square mile, spread across 0.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 39.8 years. The population is 49.6% female and 50.4% male.

Is Heiås expensive to live in?

Heiås 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 Heiås?

Heiås has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 25°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 278 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.8 inches, with 11.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 64.

How is the job market in Heiås?

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

How are the schools in Heiås?

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

How healthy is Heiås?

The obesity rate in Heiås 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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