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Lappeenranta, Finland

South Karelia · 🇫🇮 Finland

Lappeenranta is a mid-size city in South Karelia, Finland with a population of 72,909. Elevation: 341 ft (104 m). Average temperature: 39°F (4°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
72,909 Population 3,457/sq mi density
341 ft Elevation 104 meters
39°F Avg Temperature 4°C
25.2 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

Population72,909
Median Age43.1 yrs
Density3,457/mi²
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)
Rain25.2 in/yr
Sunny Days290/yr
Elevation341 ft (104 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband93.5%
Population72,909
Population Density3,457 / sq mi
Elevation341 ft (104 m)
Coordinates61.0587°, 28.1887°
TimezoneEurope/Helsinki
Country🇫🇮 Finland
State / ProvinceSouth Karelia
Average Temperature39°F (4°C)
January Average17°F (-8°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation25.2 inches (639 mm)
Annual Snowfall9.6 inches (24 cm)
Median Age43.1 years

Is Lappeenranta a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lappeenranta 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. Lappeenranta 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

Lappeenranta has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. With 290 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 25.2 inches, including 9.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 66.

Lappeenranta has a population of 72,909 with a density of 3,457 people per square mile. The median age is 43.1 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

72,909
Total Population
3,457
People / sq mi
43.1yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg
21.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Lappeenranta vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Lappeenranta vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lappeenranta 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: Lappeenranta 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 Lappeenranta, 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: Lappeenranta 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

Lappeenranta has an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. Annual precipitation is 25.2 inches. The area enjoys 290 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 66.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-8°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average39.1°F
28% below US avg
January Average17°F (-8°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days290 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall25.2 inches
34% below US avg
Snowfall9.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median66.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %74.3%

Geography

Elevation341 ft (104 m)
Area21.1 sq mi (54.6 km²)
Population Density3,457/sq mi
Coordinates61.0587°N, 28.1887°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

Population Density3,457/sq mi
Total Area21.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access93.5%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities

Kylpylä 1,140 pop · 0.1 mi Peltola 2,165 pop · 0.3 mi Leiri 2,260 pop · 0.4 mi Kimpinen 1,248 pop · 0.5 mi Linnoitus 1,392 pop · 0.6 mi Alakylä 1,769 pop · 0.6 mi Tykki 2,780 pop · 0.7 mi Pallo 2,104 pop · 0.8 mi Harapainen 1,048 pop · 0.9 mi Kuusimäki 1,515 pop · 1.7 mi Tirilä 1,994 pop · 1.9 mi Voisalmi 2,472 pop · 2.0 mi Karhuvuori 2,049 pop · 2.1 mi Kourula 2,010 pop · 2.1 mi
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