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Lestijärvi, Finland

Central Ostrobothnia · 🇫🇮 Finland

Lestijärvi is a small town in Central Ostrobothnia, Finland with a population of 653. Elevation: 509 ft (155 m). Average temperature: 37°F (3°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
653 Population
509 ft Elevation 155 meters
37°F Avg Temperature 3°C
22.1 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

Population653
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)
Rain22.1 in/yr
Sunny Days296/yr
Elevation509 ft (155 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband93.5%
Population653
Elevation509 ft (155 m)
Coordinates63.5333°, 24.6500°
TimezoneEurope/Helsinki
Country🇫🇮 Finland
State / ProvinceCentral Ostrobothnia
Average Temperature37°F (3°C)
January Average17°F (-9°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation22.1 inches (562 mm)
Annual Snowfall8.2 inches (21 cm)
Median Age43.1 years

Is Lestijärvi a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lestijärvi 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. Lestijärvi 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

Lestijärvi has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. With 296 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 22.1 inches, including 8.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 66.

Lestijärvi has a population of 653. The median age is 43.1 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.6% female and 49.4% male. 23.2% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 86.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

653
Total Population
43.1yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Lestijärvi vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Lestijärvi vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lestijärvi is N/A. Per capita income is $52,834 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 9.5% (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 81.3, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Lestijärvi 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 Lestijärvi, 21.5% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 5.3% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 35.9% have high blood pressure. 14.4% are current smokers. 9.5% report binge drinking. 75.4% are physically inactive, above the national average. 7.9% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Lestijärvi 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

Lestijärvi has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. The area gets 296 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 22.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 8.2 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 66 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 74% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 509 feet.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-9°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average36.5°F
32% below US avg
January Average17°F (-9°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Sunny Days296 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall22.1 inches
42% below US avg
Snowfall8.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median66.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %74.3%

Geography

Elevation509 ft (155 m)
Coordinates63.5333°N, 24.6500°W
TimezoneEurope/Helsinki

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 17°F (-9°C) 1.4 in
February 16°F (-9°C) 1.0 in Coldest, Driest
March 25°F (-4°C) 1.1 in
April 34°F (1°C) 1.2 in
May 47°F (8°C) 1.5 in
June 56°F (13°C) 2.3 in
July 60°F (16°C) 2.9 in Warmest
August 55°F (13°C) 2.9 in Wettest
September 46°F (8°C) 2.3 in
October 37°F (3°C) 2.0 in
November 27°F (-3°C) 1.9 in
December 20°F (-7°C) 1.6 in

Lestijärvi has a seasonal temperature swing of 44°F — from 16°F in February to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 22.1 inches, with August being the wettest month (2.9") and February the driest (1.0").

35.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 4% above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school. 93.5% of households have broadband internet access.

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Lestijärvi

What is the population of Lestijärvi?

Lestijärvi has a population of 653 residents and is located in Finland.. The median age of residents is 43.1 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.6% female and 49.4% male.

Is Lestijärvi expensive to live in?

Lestijärvi is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 81.3 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Lestijärvi?

Lestijärvi has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winter temperatures average 17°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 296 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 22.1 inches, with 8.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 66.

How is the job market in Lestijärvi?

The job market in Lestijärvi faces challenges, with unemployment at 9.5% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Lestijärvi?

35.0% of adults in Lestijärvi hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Lestijärvi?

The obesity rate in Lestijärvi is 21.5% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 14.4% of adults are smokers. 75.4% are physically inactive. 7.9% of residents report depression.

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