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Höfn, Iceland

East · 🇮🇸 Iceland

Höfn is a small town in East, Iceland with a population of 1,690. Elevation: 3 ft (1 m). Average temperature: 39°F (4°C).

4.4 /5.0
A Great
1,690 Population 1/sq mi density
3 ft Elevation 1 meters
39°F Avg Temperature 4°C
52.2 in Annual Rain
Atlantic / Reykjavik Timezone
$77,000 Median Income
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$77,000 median income
A+
Education
4.6 / 5.0
45.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $77,000
2% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 45.0%
34% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 21.2%
34% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.5%
72% lower than US avg

People

Population1,690
Median Age37.1 yrs
Density1/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%

Economy

A
Median Income$77,000
Per Capita$82,139
UnemploymentN/A
Poverty3.5%

Health

Obesity21.2%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking6.8%
Depression13.0%

Climate

Avg Temp39°F (4°C)
AQI7 (Good)
Rain52.2 in/yr
Sunny Days241/yr
Elevation3 ft (1 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband99.8%
Population1,690
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation3 ft (1 m)
Coordinates64.2539°, -15.2121°
TimezoneAtlantic/Reykjavik
Country🇮🇸 Iceland
State / ProvinceEast
Average Temperature39°F (4°C)
January Average32°F (-0°C)
July Average49°F (10°C)
Annual Precipitation52.2 inches (1,326 mm)
Annual Snowfall25.1 inches (64 cm)
Median Household Income$77,000
Median Age37.1 years

Is Höfn a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Höfn receives an overall livability score of 4.4 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. Höfn stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Höfn is $77,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Only 3.5% 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

Höfn has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 49°F in July. The area gets 241 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 52.2 inches, including 25.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 7.

Höfn has a population of 1,690 with a density of 1 people per square mile, spread across 2,439.0 square miles. The median age is 37.1 years, 5% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 48.8% female and 51.2% male. 19.0% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 90.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,690
Total Population
1
People / sq mi
37.1yrs
Median Age
5% below US avg
2,439.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.2%
Female 48.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Höfn vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Höfn vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Höfn is $77,000, which is 2% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $82,139 (above the $39,052 national figure). 3.5% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 102.1, roughly in line with the national average.

Income: Höfn vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$77,000
2% above US avg
Per Capita Income$82,139

Employment & Poverty

Poverty Rate3.5%
72% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living102.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Höfn, 21.2% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 5.9% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 27.5% have high blood pressure. 6.8% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 8.2% report binge drinking. 80.3% are physically inactive, above the national average. 13.0% report depression (below the 20.0% national average). 11.4% experience frequent mental distress.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity21.2%
34% below US avg
Diabetes5.9%
High Blood Pressure27.5%
COPD0.0%
Kidney Disease0.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking6.8%
51% below US avg
Binge Drinking8.2%
Physical Inactivity80.3%
Depression13.0%
Mental Distress11.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.0%
Premature Death85/100K

Food & Exercise

Höfn has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 49°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 241 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 52.2 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 Good with a median AQI of 7 — among the cleanest air in the country. 94% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 3 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

32°F Jan (-0°C) 49°F Jul (10°C)
Annual Average39.3°F
27% below US avg
January Average32°F (-0°C)
July Average49°F (10°C)
Sunny Days241 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall52.2 inches
37% above US avg
Snowfall25.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median7.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.6%

Geography

Elevation3 ft (1 m)
Area2,439.0 sq mi (6,317.0 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates64.2539°N, 15.2121°W
TimezoneAtlantic/Reykjavik

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 32°F (-0°C) 5.4 in Coldest
February 32°F (0°C) 5.2 in
March 33°F (1°C) 4.8 in
April 36°F (2°C) 3.1 in
May 42°F (5°C) 3.1 in
June 46°F (8°C) 2.8 in Driest
July 49°F (10°C) 3.0 in Warmest
August 49°F (9°C) 4.4 in
September 45°F (7°C) 4.8 in
October 40°F (4°C) 5.9 in Wettest
November 35°F (2°C) 4.6 in
December 32°F (0°C) 5.2 in

Höfn has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F — from 32°F in January to 49°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 52.2 inches, with October being the wettest month (5.9") and June the driest (2.8").

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. 99.8% of households have broadband internet access (above the 90.0% national rate).

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/sq mi
Total Area2,439.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access99.8%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Höfn

What is the population of Höfn?

Höfn has a population of 1,690 residents and is located in Iceland. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 2,439.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 37.1 years. The population is 48.8% female and 51.2% male.

Is Höfn expensive to live in?

Höfn has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 102.1 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $77,000, 2% above the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in Höfn?

Höfn has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 32°F in January, while summers reach an average of 49°F in July. The area receives 241 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 52.2 inches, with 25.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 7.

How is the job market in Höfn?

How are the schools in Höfn?

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

How healthy is Höfn?

The obesity rate in Höfn is 21.2% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 6.8% of adults are smokers. 80.3% are physically inactive. 13.0% of residents report depression.

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