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Lohtaja, Finland

Central Ostrobothnia · 🇫🇮 Finland

Lohtaja is a small town in Central Ostrobothnia, Finland with a population of 3,043. Elevation: 43 ft (13 m). Average temperature: 36°F (2°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
3,043 Population
43 ft Elevation 13 meters
36°F Avg Temperature 2°C
19.6 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

Population3,043
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 Temp36°F (2°C)
AQI66 (Moderate)
Rain19.6 in/yr
Sunny Days300/yr
Elevation43 ft (13 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband93.5%
Population3,043
Elevation43 ft (13 m)
Coordinates64.0247°, 23.5048°
TimezoneEurope/Helsinki
Country🇫🇮 Finland
State / ProvinceCentral Ostrobothnia
Average Temperature36°F (2°C)
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average60°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation19.6 inches (498 mm)
Annual Snowfall7.8 inches (20 cm)
Median Age43.1 years

Is Lohtaja a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lohtaja 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. Lohtaja 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

Lohtaja has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F. Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. With 300 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 19.6 inches, including 7.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 66.

Lohtaja has a population of 3,043. 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

3,043
Total Population
43.1yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Lohtaja vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Lohtaja vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lohtaja 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: Lohtaja 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 Lohtaja, 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: Lohtaja 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

Lohtaja has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. The area gets 300 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 19.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 7.8 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 43 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

16°F Jan (-9°C) 60°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average36.3°F
33% below US avg
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average60°F (15°C)
Sunny Days300 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall19.6 inches
48% below US avg
Snowfall7.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median66.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %74.3%

Geography

Elevation43 ft (13 m)
Coordinates64.0247°N, 23.5048°W
TimezoneEurope/Helsinki

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 16°F (-9°C) 1.4 in
February 14°F (-10°C) 1.0 in Coldest
March 22°F (-6°C) 0.9 in Driest
April 33°F (0°C) 1.1 in
May 43°F (6°C) 1.2 in
June 53°F (12°C) 1.7 in
July 60°F (15°C) 2.6 in Warmest, Wettest
August 57°F (14°C) 2.3 in
September 48°F (9°C) 2.0 in
October 39°F (4°C) 2.0 in
November 29°F (-1°C) 1.9 in
December 22°F (-6°C) 1.5 in

Lohtaja has a seasonal temperature swing of 46°F — from 14°F in February to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 19.6 inches, with July being the wettest month (2.6") and March the driest (0.9").

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 Lohtaja

What is the population of Lohtaja?

Lohtaja has a population of 3,043 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 Lohtaja expensive to live in?

Lohtaja 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 Lohtaja?

Lohtaja has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winter temperatures average 16°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 300 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 19.6 inches, with 7.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 66.

How is the job market in Lohtaja?

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

How are the schools in Lohtaja?

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

How healthy is Lohtaja?

The obesity rate in Lohtaja 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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