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Pargas, Finland

Southwest Finland · 🇫🇮 Finland

Pargas is a small city in Southwest Finland, Finland with a population of 11,962. Elevation: 75 ft (23 m). Average temperature: 42°F (5°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
11,962 Population
75 ft Elevation 23 meters
42°F Avg Temperature 5°C
26.7 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

Population11,962
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 Temp42°F (5°C)
AQI66 (Moderate)
Rain26.7 in/yr
Sunny Days288/yr
Elevation75 ft (23 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband93.5%
Population11,962
Elevation75 ft (23 m)
Coordinates60.3067°, 22.3010°
TimezoneEurope/Helsinki
Country🇫🇮 Finland
State / ProvinceSouthwest Finland
Average Temperature42°F (5°C)
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation26.7 inches (678 mm)
Annual Snowfall10.8 inches (27 cm)
Median Age43.1 years

Is Pargas a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pargas 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. Pargas 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

Pargas has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. With 288 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 26.7 inches, including 10.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 66.

Pargas has a population of 11,962. The median age is 43.1 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

11,962
Total Population
43.1yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Pargas vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Pargas vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pargas is N/A. The unemployment rate is 9.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.2% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Pargas 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 Pargas, 21.5% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 14.4% are current smokers. 7.9% report depression. 75.4% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Pargas 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

Pargas has an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. Annual precipitation is 26.7 inches. The area enjoys 288 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 66.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average41.6°F
23% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days288 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall26.7 inches
30% below US avg
Snowfall10.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median66.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %74.3%

Geography

Elevation75 ft (23 m)
Coordinates60.3067°N, 22.3010°W
TimezoneEurope/Helsinki
35.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (4% above US avg). 93.5% of households have broadband internet.

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

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