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Kinnula, Finland

Central Finland · 🇫🇮 Finland

Kinnula is a small town in Central Finland, Finland with a population of 1,492. Elevation: 469 ft (143 m). Average temperature: 37°F (3°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
1,492 Population
469 ft Elevation 143 meters
37°F Avg Temperature 3°C
22.7 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

Population1,492
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)
Rain22.7 in/yr
Sunny Days295/yr
Elevation469 ft (143 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband93.5%
Population1,492
Elevation469 ft (143 m)
Coordinates63.3833°, 24.9500°
TimezoneEurope/Helsinki
Country🇫🇮 Finland
State / ProvinceCentral Finland
Average Temperature37°F (3°C)
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation22.7 inches (577 mm)
Annual Snowfall8.6 inches (22 cm)
Median Age43.1 years

Is Kinnula a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kinnula 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. Kinnula 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

Kinnula has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F. Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. With 295 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 22.7 inches, including 8.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 66.

Kinnula has a population of 1,492. 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

1,492
Total Population
43.1yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Kinnula vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Kinnula vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kinnula 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: Kinnula 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 Kinnula, 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: Kinnula 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

Kinnula has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. The area gets 295 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 22.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 8.6 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 469 feet.

Temperature

16°F Jan (-9°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average36.5°F
32% below US avg
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Sunny Days295 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall22.7 inches
40% below US avg
Snowfall8.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median66.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %74.3%

Geography

Elevation469 ft (143 m)
Coordinates63.3833°N, 24.9500°W
TimezoneEurope/Helsinki
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

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