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Kangaslampi, Finland

North Savo · 🇫🇮 Finland

Kangaslampi is a small town in North Savo, Finland with a population of 1,596. Elevation: 299 ft (91 m). Average temperature: 38°F (3°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
1,596 Population
299 ft Elevation 91 meters
38°F Avg Temperature 3°C
24.3 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

Population1,596
Median Age43.1 yrs
DensityN/A
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 Temp38°F (3°C)
AQI66 (Moderate)
Rain24.3 in/yr
Sunny Days292/yr
Elevation299 ft (91 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband93.5%
Population1,596
Elevation299 ft (91 m)
Coordinates62.2956°, 28.2529°
TimezoneEurope/Helsinki
Country🇫🇮 Finland
State / ProvinceNorth Savo
Average Temperature38°F (3°C)
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation24.3 inches (618 mm)
Annual Snowfall9.8 inches (25 cm)
Median Age43.1 years

Is Kangaslampi a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kangaslampi receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Kangaslampi 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

Kangaslampi has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F. Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. With 292 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 24.3 inches, including 9.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 66.

Kangaslampi has a population of 1,596. 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

1,596
Total Population
43.1yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Kangaslampi vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Kangaslampi vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kangaslampi 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: Kangaslampi 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 Kangaslampi, 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: Kangaslampi 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

Kangaslampi has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F (3°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. The area gets 292 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 24.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 9.8 inches of snow annually. 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 299 feet.

Temperature

16°F Jan (-9°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average37.8°F
30% below US avg
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days292 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall24.3 inches
36% below US avg
Snowfall9.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median66.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %74.3%

Geography

Elevation299 ft (91 m)
Coordinates62.2956°N, 28.2529°W
TimezoneEurope/Helsinki

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 16°F (-9°C) 1.6 in
February 16°F (-9°C) 1.3 in Coldest, Driest
March 25°F (-4°C) 1.4 in
April 35°F (2°C) 1.4 in
May 48°F (9°C) 1.4 in
June 58°F (15°C) 2.4 in
July 62°F (17°C) 2.8 in Warmest
August 58°F (14°C) 3.2 in Wettest
September 48°F (9°C) 2.4 in
October 39°F (4°C) 2.3 in
November 28°F (-2°C) 2.2 in
December 20°F (-6°C) 2.0 in

Kangaslampi has a seasonal temperature swing of 47°F — from 16°F in February to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 24.3 inches, with August being the wettest month (3.2") and February 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

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access93.5%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Kangaslampi

What is the population of Kangaslampi?

Kangaslampi has a population of 1,596 residents and is located in Finland.. 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 Kangaslampi expensive to live in?

Kangaslampi 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 Kangaslampi?

Kangaslampi has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F (3°C). Winter temperatures average 16°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 292 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 24.3 inches, with 9.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 66.

How is the job market in Kangaslampi?

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

How are the schools in Kangaslampi?

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

How healthy is Kangaslampi?

The obesity rate in Kangaslampi 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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