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Kitee, Finland

North Karelia · 🇫🇮 Finland

Kitee is a small city in North Karelia, Finland with a population of 9,483. Elevation: 217 ft (66 m). Average temperature: 37°F (3°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
9,483 Population
217 ft Elevation 66 meters
37°F Avg Temperature 3°C
24.5 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

Population9,483
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)
Rain24.5 in/yr
Sunny Days292/yr
Elevation217 ft (66 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband93.5%
Population9,483
Elevation217 ft (66 m)
Coordinates62.1000°, 30.1500°
TimezoneEurope/Helsinki
Country🇫🇮 Finland
State / ProvinceNorth Karelia
Average Temperature37°F (3°C)
January Average14°F (-10°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation24.5 inches (622 mm)
Annual Snowfall9.9 inches (25 cm)
Median Age43.1 years

Is Kitee a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kitee 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. Kitee 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

Kitee has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F. Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. With 292 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 24.5 inches, including 9.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 66.

Kitee has a population of 9,483. The median age is 43.1 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

9,483
Total Population
43.1yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Kitee vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Kitee vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kitee 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: Kitee 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 Kitee, 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: Kitee 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

Kitee has an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. Annual precipitation is 24.5 inches. The area enjoys 292 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 66.

Temperature

14°F Jan (-10°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average36.9°F
32% below US avg
January Average14°F (-10°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days292 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall24.5 inches
36% below US avg
Snowfall9.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median66.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %74.3%

Geography

Elevation217 ft (66 m)
Coordinates62.1000°N, 30.1500°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

Nearby Cities

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