Choose Country

Langangen, Norway

Telemark · 🇳🇴 Norway

Langangen is a small town in Telemark, Norway with a population of 505. Elevation: 108 ft (33 m). Average temperature: 45°F (7°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
505 Population 2,296/sq mi density
108 ft Elevation 33 meters
45°F Avg Temperature 7°C
39.3 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

Population505
Median Age39.8 yrs
Density2,296/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 Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI64 (Moderate)
Rain39.3 in/yr
Sunny Days265/yr
Elevation108 ft (33 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband99.0%
Population505
Population Density2,296 / sq mi
Elevation108 ft (33 m)
Coordinates59.0877°, 9.8046°
TimezoneEurope/Oslo
Country🇳🇴 Norway
State / ProvinceTelemark
Average Temperature45°F (7°C)
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation39.3 inches (999 mm)
Annual Snowfall11.2 inches (28 cm)
Median Age39.8 years

Is Langangen a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Langangen 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. Langangen 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

Langangen has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. With 265 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.3 inches, including 11.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 64.

Langangen has a population of 505 with a density of 2,296 people per square mile. The median age is 39.8 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

505
Total Population
2,296
People / sq mi
39.8yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.4%
Female 49.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Langangen vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Langangen vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Langangen is N/A. The unemployment rate is 4.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.2% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Langangen 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 Langangen, 19.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 9.5% are current smokers. 11.4% report depression. 83.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Langangen 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

Langangen has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.3 inches. The area enjoys 265 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 64.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average45.1°F
16% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days265 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.3 inches
4% above US avg
Snowfall11.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median64.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %75.9%

Geography

Elevation108 ft (33 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density2,296/sq mi
Coordinates59.0877°N, 9.8046°W
TimezoneEurope/Oslo
45.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (34% above US avg). 99.0% of households have broadband internet.

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 Density2,296/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access99.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities

Porsgrunn 34,377 pop · 6.4 mi Larvik 23,113 pop · 8.5 mi Herre 1,281 pop · 8.7 mi Stavern 5,902 pop · 10.1 mi Skien 50,595 pop · 10.9 mi Sandefjord 64,345 pop · 14.9 mi Stokke 11,657 pop · 19.9 mi Kragerø 5,158 pop · 20.5 mi Tjøme 4,928 pop · 21.0 mi Melsomvik 2,067 pop · 21.1 mi Sem 1,827 pop · 23.0 mi Ulefoss 2,697 pop · 23.4 mi Årøysund 2,052 pop · 24.1 mi Tønsberg 55,387 pop · 24.7 mi
Compare Langangen with another city: