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Lillesand, Norway

Agder · 🇳🇴 Norway

Lillesand is a small city in Agder, Norway with a population of 7,966. Elevation: 23 ft (7 m). Average temperature: 45°F (7°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
7,966 Population 4,106/sq mi density
23 ft Elevation 7 meters
45°F Avg Temperature 7°C
45.1 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

Population7,966
Median Age39.8 yrs
Density4,106/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)
Rain45.1 in/yr
Sunny Days254/yr
Elevation23 ft (7 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband99.0%
Population7,966
Population Density4,106 / sq mi
Elevation23 ft (7 m)
Coordinates58.2488°, 8.3778°
TimezoneEurope/Oslo
Country🇳🇴 Norway
State / ProvinceAgder
Average Temperature45°F (7°C)
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation45.1 inches (1,146 mm)
Annual Snowfall14.8 inches (38 cm)
Median Age39.8 years

Is Lillesand a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lillesand 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. Lillesand 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

Lillesand has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. With 254 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 45.1 inches, including 14.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 64.

Lillesand has a population of 7,966 with a density of 4,106 people per square mile, spread across 1.9 square miles. The median age is 39.8 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.6% female and 50.4% male. 20.9% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

7,966
Total Population
4,106
People / sq mi
39.8yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
1.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.4%
Female 49.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Lillesand vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Lillesand vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lillesand is N/A. Per capita income is $87,497 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 4.6% (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 85.1, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Lillesand 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 Lillesand, 19.2% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 5.1% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 30.5% have high blood pressure. 9.5% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 7.5% report binge drinking. 83.5% are physically inactive, above the national average. 11.4% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Lillesand 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

Lillesand has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. The area gets 254 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 45.1 inches. The area receives 14.8 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 64 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 76% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 23 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average44.5°F
18% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days254 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.1 inches
19% above US avg
Snowfall14.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median64.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %75.9%

Geography

Elevation23 ft (7 m)
Area1.9 sq mi (5.0 km²)
Population Density4,106/sq mi
Coordinates58.2488°N, 8.3778°W
TimezoneEurope/Oslo

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 30°F (-1°C) 4.4 in
February 30°F (-1°C) 2.9 in Coldest
March 35°F (2°C) 3.4 in
April 41°F (5°C) 2.2 in Driest
May 50°F (10°C) 2.6 in
June 57°F (14°C) 2.6 in
July 61°F (16°C) 2.9 in Warmest
August 60°F (15°C) 3.7 in
September 53°F (12°C) 5.0 in
October 46°F (8°C) 5.7 in Wettest
November 38°F (3°C) 5.5 in
December 33°F (0°C) 4.2 in

Lillesand has a seasonal temperature swing of 31°F — from 30°F in February to 61°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 45.1 inches, with October being the wettest month (5.7") and April the driest (2.2").

45.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 34% above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school. 99.0% of households have broadband internet access.

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 Density4,106/sq mi
Total Area1.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access99.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Lillesand

What is the population of Lillesand?

Lillesand has a population of 7,966 residents and is located in Norway. The population density is 4,106 people per square mile, spread across 1.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 39.8 years. The population is 49.6% female and 50.4% male.

Is Lillesand expensive to live in?

Lillesand is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 85.1 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Lillesand?

Lillesand has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 30°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 254 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 45.1 inches, with 14.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 64.

How is the job market in Lillesand?

Lillesand has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.6%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Lillesand?

45.0% of adults in Lillesand hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Lillesand?

The obesity rate in Lillesand is 19.2% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 9.5% of adults are smokers. 83.5% are physically inactive. 11.4% of residents report depression.

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