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Kirkenes, Norway

Finnmark · 🇳🇴 Norway

Kirkenes is a small town in Finnmark, Norway with a population of 3,529. Elevation: 33 ft (10 m). Average temperature: 33°F (0°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
3,529 Population 4,252/sq mi density
33 ft Elevation 10 meters
33°F Avg Temperature 0°C
20.0 in Annual Rain
Europe / Oslo Timezone
A+
Overall
4.6 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
4.6 / 5.0
45.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 45.0%
34% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 19.2%
40% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.6%
29% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.2%
98% lower than US avg

People

Population3,529
Median Age39.8 yrs
Density4,252/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$87,497
Unemployment4.6%
Poverty0.2%

Health

Obesity19.2%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking9.5%
Depression11.4%

Climate

Avg Temp33°F (0°C)
AQI64 (Moderate)
Rain20.0 in/yr
Sunny Days300/yr
Elevation33 ft (10 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+45.0%
High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband99.0%
Population3,529
Population Density4,252 / sq mi
Elevation33 ft (10 m)
Coordinates69.7271°, 30.0458°
TimezoneEurope/Oslo
Country🇳🇴 Norway
State / ProvinceFinnmark
Average Temperature33°F (0°C)
January Average15°F (-10°C)
July Average53°F (12°C)
Annual Precipitation20.0 inches (509 mm)
Annual Snowfall9.9 inches (25 cm)
Median Age39.8 years

Is Kirkenes a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kirkenes receives an overall livability score of 4.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include a highly educated population, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Kirkenes stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 4.6%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 0.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 45.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 99.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Kirkenes has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 33°F. Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 53°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 9.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 64.

Kirkenes has a population of 3,529 with a density of 4,252 people per square mile, spread across 0.8 square miles. The median age is 39.8 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.6% female and 50.4% male. 20.9% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

3,529
Total Population
4,252
People / sq mi
39.8yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.4%
Female 49.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Kirkenes vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Kirkenes vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kirkenes is N/A. Per capita income is $87,497 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 4.6% (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 85.1, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Kirkenes vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$87,497

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.6%
29% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.2%
98% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living85.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Kirkenes, 19.2% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 5.1% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 30.5% have high blood pressure. 9.5% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 7.5% report binge drinking. 83.5% are physically inactive, above the national average. 11.4% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity19.2%
40% below US avg
Diabetes5.1%
High Blood Pressure30.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking9.5%
32% below US avg
Binge Drinking7.5%
Physical Inactivity83.5%
Depression11.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.0%

Food & Exercise

Kirkenes has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 33°F (0°C). Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 53°F in July. The area gets 300 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 20.0 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 9.9 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 64 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 76% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 33 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

15°F Jan (-10°C) 53°F Jul (12°C)
Annual Average32.5°F
40% below US avg
January Average15°F (-10°C)
July Average53°F (12°C)
Sunny Days300 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall20.0 inches
47% below US avg
Snowfall9.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median64.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %75.9%

Geography

Elevation33 ft (10 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.1 km²)
Population Density4,252/sq mi
Coordinates69.7271°N, 30.0458°W
TimezoneEurope/Oslo

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 15°F (-10°C) 1.5 in Coldest
February 15°F (-9°C) 1.2 in
March 21°F (-6°C) 1.1 in
April 29°F (-2°C) 1.0 in Driest
May 38°F (3°C) 1.1 in
June 47°F (8°C) 2.1 in
July 53°F (12°C) 2.4 in Warmest
August 51°F (11°C) 2.5 in Wettest
September 44°F (7°C) 2.1 in
October 34°F (1°C) 2.1 in
November 24°F (-5°C) 1.7 in
December 18°F (-8°C) 1.4 in

Kirkenes has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F — from 15°F in January to 53°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 20.0 inches, with August being the wettest month (2.5") and April the driest (1.0").

45.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 34% above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school. 99.0% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+45.0%
34% above US avg
High School+99.0%
A+ Education Grade (4.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density4,252/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access99.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Kirkenes

What is the population of Kirkenes?

Kirkenes has a population of 3,529 residents and is located in Norway. The population density is 4,252 people per square mile, spread across 0.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 39.8 years. The population is 49.6% female and 50.4% male.

Is Kirkenes expensive to live in?

Kirkenes is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 85.1 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Kirkenes?

Kirkenes has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 33°F (0°C). Winter temperatures average 15°F in January, while summers reach an average of 53°F in July. The area receives 300 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 20.0 inches, with 9.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 64.

How is the job market in Kirkenes?

Kirkenes has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.6%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Kirkenes?

45.0% of adults in Kirkenes hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Kirkenes?

The obesity rate in Kirkenes is 19.2% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 9.5% of adults are smokers. 83.5% are physically inactive. 11.4% of residents report depression.

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