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

Population15,066

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)

Rain20.0 in/yr

Sunny Days300/yr

Elevation135 ft (41 m)

Education

B+

Bachelor's+35.0%

High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A

Broadband93.5%

Population	15,066
Elevation	135 ft (41 m)
Coordinates	63.1030°, 23.0713°
Timezone	Europe/Helsinki
Country	🇫🇮 Finland
State / Province	South Ostrobothnia
Average Temperature	38°F (3°C)
January Average	18°F (-8°C)
July Average	60°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation	20.0 inches (509 mm)
Annual Snowfall	7.1 inches (18 cm)
Median Age	43.1 years

Is Kauhava a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kauhava 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. Kauhava 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

Kauhava has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F. Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. With 300 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 20.0 inches, including 7.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 66.

Kauhava has a population of 15,066. The median age is 43.1 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

15,066

Total Population

43.1yrs

Median Age

11% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%

Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Kauhava vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages	100%

Social Characteristics

Kauhava vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kauhava is N/A. The unemployment rate is 9.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.2% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Kauhava vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$52,834

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	9.5%
	163% above US avg
Poverty Rate	0.2%
	98% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	81.30 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Kauhava, 21.5% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 14.4% are current smokers. 7.9% report depression. 75.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	21.5%
	33% below US avg
Diabetes	5.3%
High Blood Pressure	35.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	14.4%
	3% above US avg
Binge Drinking	9.5%
Physical Inactivity	75.4%
Depression	7.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	86.0%

Food & Exercise

Kauhava has an average annual temperature of 38°F (3°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. Annual precipitation is 20.0 inches. The area enjoys 300 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 66.

Temperature

18°F Jan (-8°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)

Annual Average	37.5°F
	31% below US avg
January Average	18°F (-8°C)
July Average	60°F (16°C)
Sunny Days	300 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	20.0 inches
	47% below US avg
Snowfall	7.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	66.0
Rating	Moderate
Good Days %	74.3%

Geography

Elevation	135 ft (41 m)
Coordinates	63.1030°N, 23.0713°W
Timezone	Europe/Helsinki

35.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (4% above US avg). 93.5% of households have broadband internet.

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 Access	93.5%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Kauhava, Finland

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Is Kauhava a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Kauhava vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Kauhava vs U.S. Average

Income: Kauhava vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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