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Løkken, Denmark

North Denmark · 🇩🇰 Denmark

Løkken is a small city in North Denmark, Denmark with a population of 8,828. Elevation: 26 ft (8 m). Average temperature: 46°F (8°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
8,828 Population
26 ft Elevation 8 meters
46°F Avg Temperature 8°C
26.9 in Annual Rain
Europe / Copenhagen 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 13.3%
59% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.5%
54% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.4%
97% lower than US avg

People

Population8,828
Median Age42.0 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$68,044
Unemployment5.5%
Poverty0.4%

Health

Obesity13.3%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking12.6%
Depression7.6%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
AQI11 (Good)
Rain26.9 in/yr
Sunny Days287/yr
Elevation26 ft (8 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband98.8%
Population8,828
Elevation26 ft (8 m)
Coordinates57.3705°, 9.7147°
TimezoneEurope/Copenhagen
Country🇩🇰 Denmark
State / ProvinceNorth Denmark
Average Temperature46°F (8°C)
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation26.9 inches (682 mm)
Annual Snowfall5.9 inches (15 cm)
Median Age42.0 years

Is Løkken a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Løkken 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. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Løkken stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The unemployment rate of 5.5% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 0.4% 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

Løkken experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. With 287 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 26.9 inches, including 5.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 11.

Løkken has a population of 8,828. The median age is 42.0 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.3% female and 49.7% male. 22.4% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 85.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

8,828
Total Population
42.0yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Løkken vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Løkken vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Løkken is N/A. Per capita income is $68,044 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 5.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.4% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 86.7, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Løkken vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$68,044

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.5%
54% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.4%
97% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living86.70 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Løkken, 13.3% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 4.3% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 35.9% have high blood pressure. 12.6% are current smokers. 10.0% report binge drinking. 84.5% are physically inactive, above the national average. 7.6% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Løkken vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity13.3%
59% below US avg
Diabetes4.3%
High Blood Pressure35.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.6%
10% below US avg
Binge Drinking10.0%
Physical Inactivity84.5%
Depression7.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.0%

Food & Exercise

Løkken experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. The area gets 287 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 26.9 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 5.9 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 11 — among the cleanest air in the country. 93% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 26 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

32°F Jan (0°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average45.5°F
16% below US avg
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Sunny Days287 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall26.9 inches
29% below US avg
Snowfall5.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median11.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.8%

Geography

Elevation26 ft (8 m)
Coordinates57.3705°N, 9.7147°W
TimezoneEurope/Copenhagen

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 32°F (0°C) 2.1 in
February 32°F (0°C) 1.4 in Coldest, Driest
March 36°F (2°C) 1.7 in
April 42°F (5°C) 1.4 in
May 51°F (10°C) 1.9 in
June 57°F (14°C) 2.1 in
July 60°F (16°C) 2.3 in Warmest
August 60°F (16°C) 2.6 in
September 54°F (12°C) 3.0 in
October 47°F (8°C) 3.1 in Wettest
November 40°F (4°C) 3.0 in
December 35°F (2°C) 2.4 in

Løkken has a seasonal temperature swing of 28°F — from 32°F in February to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 26.9 inches, with October being the wettest month (3.1") and February the driest (1.4").

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. 98.8% 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

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access98.8%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Løkken

What is the population of Løkken?

Løkken has a population of 8,828 residents and is located in Denmark.. The median age of residents is 42.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.3% female and 49.7% male.

Is Løkken expensive to live in?

Løkken is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 86.7 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Løkken?

Løkken has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 32°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 287 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 26.9 inches, with 5.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 11.

How is the job market in Løkken?

The unemployment rate in Løkken is 5.5%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition.

How are the schools in Løkken?

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

How healthy is Løkken?

The obesity rate in Løkken is 13.3% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 12.6% of adults are smokers. 84.5% are physically inactive. 7.6% of residents report depression.

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