Olonkinbyen, Svalbard and Jan Mayen — City Data & Statistics

Bachelor's+ 35.0%

4% higher than US avg

Median Rent $700

40% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 5.0%

60% lower than US avg

People

Population14

Median Age35.0 yrs

Density117/mi²

Male / FemaleN/A

Housing

Home ValueN/A

Rent$700

OwnershipN/A

Climate

Avg Temp29°F (-2°C)

Rain32.6 in/yr

Sunny Days277/yr

Elevation3 ft (1 m)

Education

B+

Bachelor's+35.0%

High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A

Population	14
Population Density	117 / sq mi
Elevation	3 ft (1 m)
Coordinates	70.9221°, -8.7187°
Timezone	Arctic/Longyearbyen
Country	🇸🇯 Svalbard and Jan Mayen
State / Province	Jan Mayen
Average Temperature	29°F (-2°C)
January Average	22°F (-5°C)
July Average	39°F (4°C)
Annual Precipitation	32.6 inches (828 mm)
Annual Snowfall	24.4 inches (62 cm)
Median Age	35.0 years

Is Olonkinbyen a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Olonkinbyen 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. Olonkinbyen offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

Only 5.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $700 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

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

Olonkinbyen has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 29°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 39°F in July. With 277 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 32.6 inches, including 24.4 inches of snow.

Olonkinbyen has a population of 14 with a density of 117 people per square mile, spread across 0.1 square miles. The median age is 35.0 years, 10% younger than the national median of 38.9. 17.5% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average).

Population

Total Population

117

People / sq mi

35.0yrs

Median Age

10% below US avg

0.1mi²

Land Area

Race & Ethnicity

Olonkinbyen vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages	100%

Social Characteristics

Olonkinbyen vs U.S. Average

Monthly rent averages $700 (40% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$700
	40% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	60.0%
Renter-Occupied	40.0%

Property Tax

Olonkinbyen has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 29°F (-2°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 39°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 277 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 32.6 inches. The area receives 24.4 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 3 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-5°C) 39°F Jul (4°C)

Annual Average	29.1°F
	46% below US avg
January Average	22°F (-5°C)
July Average	39°F (4°C)
Sunny Days	277 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	32.6 inches
	14% below US avg
Snowfall	24.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

Geography

Elevation	3 ft (1 m)
Area	0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²)
Population Density	117/sq mi
Coordinates	70.9221°N, 8.7187°W
Timezone	Arctic/Longyearbyen

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	22°F (-5°C)	2.8 in
February	22°F (-6°C)	2.7 in
March	22°F (-6°C)	3.2 in	Coldest
April	24°F (-5°C)	2.1 in
May	30°F (-1°C)	2.2 in
June	35°F (1°C)	1.8 in	Driest
July	39°F (4°C)	2.2 in
August	40°F (5°C)	2.7 in	Warmest
September	36°F (2°C)	3.4 in
October	31°F (-1°C)	3.5 in	Wettest
November	26°F (-3°C)	2.9 in
December	23°F (-5°C)	3.2 in

Olonkinbyen has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F — from 22°F in March to 40°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 32.6 inches, with October being the wettest month (3.5") and June the driest (1.8").

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.

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 Density	117/sq mi
Total Area	0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Olonkinbyen

What is the population of Olonkinbyen?

Olonkinbyen has a population of 14 residents and is located in Svalbard and Jan Mayen. The population density is 117 people per square mile, spread across 0.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 35.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Olonkinbyen expensive to live in?

Olonkinbyen is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 70 — below the baseline of 100. Renters pay a median of $700 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

What is the weather like in Olonkinbyen?

Olonkinbyen has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 29°F (-2°C). Winter temperatures average 22°F in January, while summers reach an average of 39°F in July. The area receives 277 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 32.6 inches, with 24.4 inches of snow.

How much does housing cost in Olonkinbyen?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $700.

How are the schools in Olonkinbyen?

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