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

Population78,094

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 Temp39°F (4°C)

AQI66 (Moderate)

Rain25.6 in/yr

Sunny Days290/yr

Elevation266 ft (81 m)

Education

B+

Bachelor's+35.0%

High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A

Broadband93.5%

Population	78,094
Elevation	266 ft (81 m)
Coordinates	60.8667°, 26.7000°
Timezone	Europe/Helsinki
Country	🇫🇮 Finland
State / Province	Kymenlaakso
Average Temperature	39°F (4°C)
January Average	19°F (-7°C)
July Average	62°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation	25.6 inches (649 mm)
Annual Snowfall	9.8 inches (25 cm)
Median Age	43.1 years

Is Kouvola a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kouvola 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. Kouvola 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

Kouvola has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. With 290 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 25.6 inches, including 9.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 66.

Kouvola has a population of 78,094. The median age is 43.1 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

78,094

Total Population

43.1yrs

Median Age

11% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%

Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Kouvola vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages	100%

Social Characteristics

Kouvola vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kouvola 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: Kouvola 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 Kouvola, 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: Kouvola 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

Kouvola has an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. Annual precipitation is 25.6 inches. The area enjoys 290 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 66.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-7°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)

Annual Average	39.3°F
	27% below US avg
January Average	19°F (-7°C)
July Average	62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days	290 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	25.6 inches
	33% below US avg
Snowfall	9.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	66.0
Rating	Moderate
Good Days %	74.3%

Geography

Elevation	266 ft (81 m)
Coordinates	60.8667°N, 26.7000°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

Kouvola, Finland

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Is Kouvola a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Kouvola vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Kouvola vs U.S. Average

Income: Kouvola vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Health Metrics: Kouvola 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

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