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Kauniainen, Finland

Uusimaa · 🇫🇮 Finland

Kauniainen is a small city in Uusimaa, Finland with a population of 10,200. Elevation: 135 ft (41 m). Average temperature: 41°F (5°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
10,200 Population
135 ft Elevation 41 meters
41°F Avg Temperature 5°C
25.8 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

Population10,200
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 Temp41°F (5°C)
AQI66 (Moderate)
Rain25.8 in/yr
Sunny Days289/yr
Elevation135 ft (41 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband93.5%
Population10,200
Elevation135 ft (41 m)
Coordinates60.2121°, 24.7276°
TimezoneEurope/Helsinki
Country🇫🇮 Finland
State / ProvinceUusimaa
Average Temperature41°F (5°C)
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation25.8 inches (655 mm)
Annual Snowfall9.8 inches (25 cm)
Median Age43.1 years

Is Kauniainen a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kauniainen 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. Kauniainen 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

Kauniainen has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. With 289 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 25.8 inches, including 9.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 66.

Kauniainen has a population of 10,200. The median age is 43.1 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

10,200
Total Population
43.1yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Kauniainen vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Kauniainen vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kauniainen 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: Kauniainen 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 Kauniainen, 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: Kauniainen 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

Kauniainen has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. Annual precipitation is 25.8 inches. The area enjoys 289 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 66.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average40.9°F
24% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days289 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall25.8 inches
32% below US avg
Snowfall9.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median66.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %74.3%

Geography

Elevation135 ft (41 m)
Coordinates60.2121°N, 24.7276°W
TimezoneEurope/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 Access93.5%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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