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Oudkarspel, The Netherlands

North Holland · 🇳🇱 The Netherlands

Oudkarspel is a small town in North Holland, The Netherlands with a population of 3,170. Elevation: -3 ft (-1 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
3,170 Population
-3 ft Elevation -1 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 12°C
47.0 in Annual Rain
Europe / Amsterdam 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 14.5%
55% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.9%
8% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.1%
99% lower than US avg

People

Population3,170
Median Age42.8 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$63,516
Unemployment3.9%
Poverty0.1%

Health

Obesity14.5%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking18.0%
Depression5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI97 (Moderate)
Rain47.0 in/yr
Sunny Days222/yr
Elevation-3 ft (-1 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.0%
Population3,170
Elevation-3 ft (-1 m)
Coordinates52.7158°, 4.8056°
TimezoneEurope/Amsterdam
Country🇳🇱 The Netherlands
State / ProvinceNorth Holland
Average Temperature53°F (12°C)
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation47.0 inches (1,195 mm)
Annual Snowfall10.8 inches (27 cm)
Median Age42.8 years

Is Oudkarspel a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Oudkarspel receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Oudkarspel offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 3.9%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 0.1% 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

Oudkarspel experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area gets 222 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 47.0 inches, including 10.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 97.

Oudkarspel has a population of 3,170. The median age is 42.8 years, 10% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.3% female and 49.7% male. 20.5% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 85.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

3,170
Total Population
42.8yrs
Median Age
10% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Oudkarspel vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Oudkarspel vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Oudkarspel is N/A. Per capita income is $63,516 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 3.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.1% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 78.4, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Oudkarspel vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$63,516

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.9%
8% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.1%
99% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living78.40 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Oudkarspel, 14.5% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 4.3% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 30.5% have high blood pressure. 18.0% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 8.7% report binge drinking. 80.2% are physically inactive, above the national average. 5.9% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity14.5%
55% below US avg
Diabetes4.3%
High Blood Pressure30.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.0%
29% above US avg
Binge Drinking8.7%
Physical Inactivity80.2%
Depression5.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.0%

Food & Exercise

Oudkarspel experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area gets 222 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 47.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 10.8 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 97 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 52% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of -3 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

42°F Jan (6°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average52.9°F
2% below US avg
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days222 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.0 inches
24% above US avg
Snowfall10.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median97.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %52.4%

Geography

Elevation-3 ft (-1 m)
Coordinates52.7158°N, 4.8056°W
TimezoneEurope/Amsterdam

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 42°F (6°C) 2.7 in
February 37°F (3°C) 1.8 in Coldest
March 42°F (5°C) 2.3 in
April 46°F (8°C) 1.7 in Driest
May 53°F (12°C) 1.9 in
June 58°F (14°C) 2.3 in
July 64°F (18°C) 2.4 in Warmest
August 62°F (17°C) 2.5 in
September 58°F (14°C) 3.7 in
October 52°F (11°C) 3.8 in
November 45°F (7°C) 3.9 in Wettest
December 40°F (4°C) 3.2 in

Oudkarspel has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F — from 37°F in February to 64°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 32.0 inches, with November being the wettest month (3.9") and April the driest (1.7").

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. 97.0% 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 Access97.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Oudkarspel

What is the population of Oudkarspel?

Oudkarspel has a population of 3,170 residents and is located in The Netherlands.. The median age of residents is 42.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.3% female and 49.7% male.

Is Oudkarspel expensive to live in?

Oudkarspel is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 78.4 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Oudkarspel?

Oudkarspel has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 42°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 222 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 47.0 inches, with 10.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 97.

How is the job market in Oudkarspel?

Oudkarspel has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.9%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Oudkarspel?

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

How healthy is Oudkarspel?

The obesity rate in Oudkarspel is 14.5% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 18.0% of adults are smokers. 80.2% are physically inactive. 5.9% of residents report depression.

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