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Kannonkoski, Finland

Central Finland · 🇫🇮 Finland

Kannonkoski is a small town in Central Finland, Finland with a population of 1,173. Elevation: 400 ft (122 m). Average temperature: 37°F (3°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
1,173 Population
400 ft Elevation 122 meters
37°F Avg Temperature 3°C
23.1 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

Population1,173
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 Temp37°F (3°C)
AQI66 (Moderate)
Rain23.1 in/yr
Sunny Days294/yr
Elevation400 ft (122 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband93.5%
Population1,173
Elevation400 ft (122 m)
Coordinates62.9667°, 25.2500°
TimezoneEurope/Helsinki
Country🇫🇮 Finland
State / ProvinceCentral Finland
Average Temperature37°F (3°C)
January Average17°F (-9°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation23.1 inches (587 mm)
Annual Snowfall8.7 inches (22 cm)
Median Age43.1 years

Is Kannonkoski a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kannonkoski 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. Kannonkoski 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

Kannonkoski has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. With 294 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 23.1 inches, including 8.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 66.

Kannonkoski has a population of 1,173. 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

1,173
Total Population
43.1yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Kannonkoski vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Kannonkoski vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kannonkoski 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: Kannonkoski 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 Kannonkoski, 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: Kannonkoski 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

Kannonkoski has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. The area gets 294 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 23.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 8.7 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 400 feet.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-9°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average37.2°F
31% below US avg
January Average17°F (-9°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days294 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall23.1 inches
39% below US avg
Snowfall8.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median66.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %74.3%

Geography

Elevation400 ft (122 m)
Coordinates62.9667°N, 25.2500°W
TimezoneEurope/Helsinki

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 17°F (-9°C) 1.4 in
February 16°F (-9°C) 1.1 in Coldest, Driest
March 25°F (-4°C) 1.3 in
April 34°F (1°C) 1.3 in
May 47°F (9°C) 1.5 in
June 57°F (14°C) 2.3 in
July 61°F (16°C) 3.0 in Warmest
August 56°F (14°C) 3.2 in Wettest
September 47°F (8°C) 2.4 in
October 38°F (3°C) 2.0 in
November 28°F (-2°C) 2.0 in
December 20°F (-7°C) 1.6 in

Kannonkoski has a seasonal temperature swing of 45°F — from 16°F in February to 61°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 23.1 inches, with August being the wettest month (3.2") and February the driest (1.1").

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 Kannonkoski

What is the population of Kannonkoski?

Kannonkoski has a population of 1,173 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 Kannonkoski expensive to live in?

Kannonkoski 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 Kannonkoski?

Kannonkoski has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winter temperatures average 17°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 294 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 23.1 inches, with 8.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 66.

How is the job market in Kannonkoski?

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

How are the schools in Kannonkoski?

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

How healthy is Kannonkoski?

The obesity rate in Kannonkoski 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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