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Prestfoss, Norway

Buskerud · 🇳🇴 Norway

Prestfoss is a small town in Buskerud, Norway with a population of 465. Elevation: 394 ft (120 m). Average temperature: 39°F (4°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
465 Population 1,722/sq mi density
394 ft Elevation 120 meters
39°F Avg Temperature 4°C
31.0 in Annual Rain
Europe / Oslo 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 19.2%
40% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.6%
29% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.2%
98% lower than US avg

People

Population465
Median Age39.8 yrs
Density1,722/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$87,497
Unemployment4.6%
Poverty0.2%

Health

Obesity19.2%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking9.5%
Depression11.4%

Climate

Avg Temp39°F (4°C)
AQI64 (Moderate)
Rain31.0 in/yr
Sunny Days280/yr
Elevation394 ft (120 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband99.0%
Population465
Population Density1,722 / sq mi
Elevation394 ft (120 m)
Coordinates60.0434°, 9.6352°
TimezoneEurope/Oslo
Country🇳🇴 Norway
State / ProvinceBuskerud
Average Temperature39°F (4°C)
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation31.0 inches (787 mm)
Annual Snowfall10.2 inches (26 cm)
Median Age39.8 years

Is Prestfoss a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Prestfoss 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. Prestfoss stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 4.6%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 0.2% 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

Prestfoss has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. With 280 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 31.0 inches, including 10.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 64.

Prestfoss has a population of 465 with a density of 1,722 people per square mile, spread across 0.3 square miles. The median age is 39.8 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.6% female and 50.4% male. 20.9% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

465
Total Population
1,722
People / sq mi
39.8yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.4%
Female 49.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Prestfoss vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Prestfoss vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Prestfoss is N/A. Per capita income is $87,497 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 4.6% (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 85.1, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Prestfoss vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$87,497

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.6%
29% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.2%
98% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living85.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Prestfoss, 19.2% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 5.1% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 30.5% have high blood pressure. 9.5% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 7.5% report binge drinking. 83.5% are physically inactive, above the national average. 11.4% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity19.2%
40% below US avg
Diabetes5.1%
High Blood Pressure30.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking9.5%
32% below US avg
Binge Drinking7.5%
Physical Inactivity83.5%
Depression11.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.0%

Food & Exercise

Prestfoss has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. The area gets 280 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 31.0 inches. The area receives 10.2 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 64 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 76% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 394 feet.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-7°C) 59°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average38.7°F
28% below US avg
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Sunny Days280 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall31.0 inches
18% below US avg
Snowfall10.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median64.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %75.9%

Geography

Elevation394 ft (120 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density1,722/sq mi
Coordinates60.0434°N, 9.6352°W
TimezoneEurope/Oslo

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 20°F (-7°C) 1.9 in Coldest
February 21°F (-6°C) 1.3 in Driest
March 29°F (-2°C) 2.1 in
April 37°F (3°C) 1.6 in
May 49°F (9°C) 2.2 in
June 56°F (13°C) 3.2 in
July 59°F (15°C) 3.4 in Warmest
August 57°F (14°C) 3.3 in
September 48°F (9°C) 3.4 in
October 39°F (4°C) 3.7 in Wettest
November 28°F (-2°C) 3.1 in
December 22°F (-6°C) 1.8 in

Prestfoss has a seasonal temperature swing of 40°F — from 20°F in January to 59°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 31.0 inches, with October being the wettest month (3.7") and February the driest (1.3").

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. 99.0% 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

Population Density1,722/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access99.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Prestfoss

What is the population of Prestfoss?

Prestfoss has a population of 465 residents and is located in Norway. The population density is 1,722 people per square mile, spread across 0.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 39.8 years. The population is 49.6% female and 50.4% male.

Is Prestfoss expensive to live in?

Prestfoss is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 85.1 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Prestfoss?

Prestfoss has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 20°F in January, while summers reach an average of 59°F in July. The area receives 280 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.0 inches, with 10.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 64.

How is the job market in Prestfoss?

Prestfoss has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.6%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Prestfoss?

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

How healthy is Prestfoss?

The obesity rate in Prestfoss is 19.2% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 9.5% of adults are smokers. 83.5% are physically inactive. 11.4% of residents report depression.

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