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Pihlajamäki, Finland

Uusimaa · 🇫🇮 Finland

Pihlajamäki is a small city in Uusimaa, Finland with a population of 7,406. Elevation: 49 ft (15 m). Average temperature: 44°F (7°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
7,406 Population
49 ft Elevation 15 meters
44°F Avg Temperature 7°C
33.3 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

Population7,406
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 Temp44°F (7°C)
AQI66 (Moderate)
Rain33.3 in/yr
Sunny Days204/yr
Elevation49 ft (15 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband93.5%
Population7,406
Elevation49 ft (15 m)
Coordinates60.2359°, 25.0113°
TimezoneEurope/Helsinki
Country🇫🇮 Finland
State / ProvinceUusimaa
Average Temperature44°F (7°C)
January Average32°F (-0°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation33.3 inches (845 mm)
Annual Snowfall67.4 inches (171 cm)
Median Age43.1 years

Is Pihlajamäki a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pihlajamäki 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. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Pihlajamäki 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

Pihlajamäki has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. The area gets 204 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 33.3 inches, including 67.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 66.

Pihlajamäki has a population of 7,406. 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

7,406
Total Population
43.1yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Pihlajamäki vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Pihlajamäki vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pihlajamäki 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: Pihlajamäki 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 Pihlajamäki, 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: Pihlajamäki 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

Pihlajamäki has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. The area gets 204 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 33.3 inches. The area receives 67.4 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. 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 49 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

32°F Jan (-0°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average44.2°F
18% below US avg
January Average32°F (-0°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Sunny Days204 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.3 inches
12% below US avg
Snowfall67.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median66.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %74.3%

Geography

Elevation49 ft (15 m)
Coordinates60.2359°N, 25.0113°W
TimezoneEurope/Helsinki

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 32°F (-0°C) 1.9 in
February 21°F (-6°C) 1.4 in Coldest
March 28°F (-2°C) 1.5 in
April 37°F (3°C) 1.5 in
May 50°F (10°C) 1.3 in Driest
June 58°F (15°C) 1.9 in
July 60°F (16°C) 2.6 in Warmest
August 60°F (15°C) 3.1 in Wettest
September 51°F (10°C) 2.7 in
October 42°F (5°C) 2.9 in
November 33°F (1°C) 2.8 in
December 27°F (-3°C) 2.3 in

Pihlajamäki has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F — from 21°F in February to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 26.0 inches, with August being the wettest month (3.1") and May the driest (1.3").

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 Pihlajamäki

What is the population of Pihlajamäki?

Pihlajamäki has a population of 7,406 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 Pihlajamäki expensive to live in?

Pihlajamäki 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 Pihlajamäki?

Pihlajamäki has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 32°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 204 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 33.3 inches, with 67.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 66.

How is the job market in Pihlajamäki?

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

How are the schools in Pihlajamäki?

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

How healthy is Pihlajamäki?

The obesity rate in Pihlajamäki 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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