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Jokela, Finland

Uusimaa · 🇫🇮 Finland

Jokela is a small city in Uusimaa, Finland with a population of 6,500. Elevation: 253 ft (77 m). Average temperature: 43°F (6°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
6,500 Population 1,601/sq mi density
253 ft Elevation 77 meters
43°F Avg Temperature 6°C
31.6 in Annual Rain
Europe / Helsinki Timezone
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 35.0%
4% higher 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

Population6,500
Median Age43.1 yrs
Density1,601/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$52,834
Unemployment9.5%
Poverty0.2%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)
AQI66 (Moderate)
Rain31.6 in/yr
Sunny Days194/yr
Elevation253 ft (77 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband93.5%
Population6,500
Population Density1,601 / sq mi
Elevation253 ft (77 m)
Coordinates60.5541°, 24.9630°
TimezoneEurope/Helsinki
Country🇫🇮 Finland
State / ProvinceUusimaa
Average Temperature43°F (6°C)
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation31.6 inches (802 mm)
Annual Snowfall68.7 inches (174 cm)
Median Age43.1 years

Is Jokela a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Jokela receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Jokela offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

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%.

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

Jokela has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. With 194 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Annual precipitation totals 31.6 inches, including 68.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 66.

Jokela has a population of 6,500 with a density of 1,601 people per square mile, spread across 4.1 square miles. The median age is 43.1 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.6% female and 49.4% male. 23.2% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 86.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

6,500
Total Population
1,601
People / sq mi
43.1yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg
4.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Jokela vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Jokela vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Jokela is N/A. 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 81.3, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Jokela vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

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 Living81.30 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Jokela, 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: Jokela 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

Jokela has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. The area gets 194 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 31.6 inches. The area receives 68.7 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. 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 253 feet.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average42.8°F
21% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days194 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall31.6 inches
17% below US avg
Snowfall68.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median66.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %74.3%

Geography

Elevation253 ft (77 m)
Area4.1 sq mi (10.5 km²)
Population Density1,601/sq mi
Coordinates60.5541°N, 24.9630°W
TimezoneEurope/Helsinki

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 28°F (-2°C) 1.9 in
February 19°F (-7°C) 1.4 in Coldest
March 27°F (-3°C) 1.5 in
April 37°F (3°C) 1.4 in
May 50°F (10°C) 1.3 in Driest
June 58°F (15°C) 2.1 in
July 62°F (17°C) 3.0 in Warmest
August 58°F (15°C) 3.2 in Wettest
September 49°F (9°C) 2.6 in
October 40°F (4°C) 2.7 in
November 31°F (-1°C) 2.6 in
December 24°F (-4°C) 2.2 in

Jokela has a seasonal temperature swing of 43°F — from 19°F in February to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 25.9 inches, with August being the wettest month (3.2") and May the driest (1.3").

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 Density1,601/sq mi
Total Area4.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access93.5%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Jokela

What is the population of Jokela?

Jokela has a population of 6,500 residents and is located in Finland. The population density is 1,601 people per square mile, spread across 4.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 43.1 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.6% female and 49.4% male.

Is Jokela expensive to live in?

Jokela is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 81.3 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Jokela?

Jokela has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 28°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 194 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 31.6 inches, with 68.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 66.

How is the job market in Jokela?

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

How are the schools in Jokela?

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

How healthy is Jokela?

The obesity rate in Jokela 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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