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Ísafjörður, Iceland

Westfjords · 🇮🇸 Iceland

Ísafjörður is a small town in Westfjords, Iceland with a population of 2,736. Elevation: 3 ft (1 m). Average temperature: 35°F (2°C).

4.4 /5.0
A Great
2,736 Population 303/sq mi density
3 ft Elevation 1 meters
35°F Avg Temperature 2°C
42.4 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

Population2,736
Median Age37.1 yrs
Density303/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 Temp35°F (2°C)
AQI7 (Good)
Rain42.4 in/yr
Sunny Days259/yr
Elevation3 ft (1 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband99.8%
Population2,736
Population Density303 / sq mi
Elevation3 ft (1 m)
Coordinates66.0748°, -23.1350°
TimezoneAtlantic/Reykjavik
Country🇮🇸 Iceland
State / ProvinceWestfjords
Average Temperature35°F (2°C)
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average46°F (8°C)
Annual Precipitation42.4 inches (1,078 mm)
Annual Snowfall28.9 inches (73 cm)
Median Household Income$77,000
Median Age37.1 years

Is Ísafjörður a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ísafjörður 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. Ísafjörður stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ísafjörður 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

Ísafjörður has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 46°F in July. With 259 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 42.4 inches, including 28.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 7.

Ísafjörður has a population of 2,736 with a density of 303 people per square mile, spread across 9.0 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

2,736
Total Population
303
People / sq mi
37.1yrs
Median Age
5% below US avg
9.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.2%
Female 48.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Ísafjörður vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Ísafjörður vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ísafjörður 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: Ísafjörður 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 Ísafjörður, 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: Ísafjörður 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

Ísafjörður has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F (2°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 46°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 259 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 42.4 inches. The area receives 28.9 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

28°F Jan (-2°C) 46°F Jul (8°C)
Annual Average35.0°F
35% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average46°F (8°C)
Sunny Days259 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.4 inches
12% above US avg
Snowfall28.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median7.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.6%

Geography

Elevation3 ft (1 m)
Area9.0 sq mi (23.4 km²)
Population Density303/sq mi
Coordinates66.0748°N, 23.1350°W
TimezoneAtlantic/Reykjavik

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 28°F (-2°C) 4.4 in
February 28°F (-2°C) 3.9 in
March 27°F (-3°C) 4.0 in Coldest
April 31°F (-1°C) 2.7 in
May 37°F (3°C) 2.4 in
June 42°F (6°C) 2.2 in Driest
July 46°F (8°C) 2.2 in Warmest
August 46°F (8°C) 2.9 in
September 41°F (5°C) 3.9 in
October 35°F (2°C) 5.2 in Wettest
November 31°F (-1°C) 4.5 in
December 29°F (-2°C) 4.2 in

Ísafjörður has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F — from 27°F in March to 46°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 42.5 inches, with October being the wettest month (5.2") and June the driest (2.2").

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 Density303/sq mi
Total Area9.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access99.8%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Ísafjörður

What is the population of Ísafjörður?

Ísafjörður has a population of 2,736 residents and is located in Iceland. The population density is 303 people per square mile, spread across 9.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 37.1 years. The population is 48.8% female and 51.2% male.

Is Ísafjörður expensive to live in?

Ísafjörður 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 Ísafjörður?

Ísafjörður has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F (2°C). Winter temperatures average 28°F in January, while summers reach an average of 46°F in July. The area receives 259 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 42.4 inches, with 28.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 7.

How is the job market in Ísafjörður?

How are the schools in Ísafjörður?

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

How healthy is Ísafjörður?

The obesity rate in Ísafjörður 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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