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Raahe, Finland

North Ostrobothnia · 🇫🇮 Finland

Raahe is a small city in North Ostrobothnia, Finland with a population of 23,566. Elevation: 16 ft (5 m). Average temperature: 36°F (2°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
23,566 Population 1,479/sq mi density
16 ft Elevation 5 meters
36°F Avg Temperature 2°C
19.7 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

Population23,566
Median Age43.1 yrs
Density1,479/mi²
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 Temp36°F (2°C)
AQI66 (Moderate)
Rain19.7 in/yr
Sunny Days300/yr
Elevation16 ft (5 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband93.5%
Population23,566
Population Density1,479 / sq mi
Elevation16 ft (5 m)
Coordinates64.6833°, 24.4833°
TimezoneEurope/Helsinki
Country🇫🇮 Finland
State / ProvinceNorth Ostrobothnia
Average Temperature36°F (2°C)
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average60°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation19.7 inches (500 mm)
Annual Snowfall7.7 inches (20 cm)
Median Age43.1 years

Is Raahe a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Raahe 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. Raahe 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

Raahe has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F. Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. With 300 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 19.7 inches, including 7.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 66.

Raahe has a population of 23,566 with a density of 1,479 people per square mile. The median age is 43.1 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

23,566
Total Population
1,479
People / sq mi
43.1yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg
15.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Raahe vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Raahe vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Raahe 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: Raahe 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 Raahe, 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: Raahe 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

Raahe has an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. Annual precipitation is 19.7 inches. The area enjoys 300 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 66.

Temperature

16°F Jan (-9°C) 60°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average36.3°F
33% below US avg
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average60°F (15°C)
Sunny Days300 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall19.7 inches
48% below US avg
Snowfall7.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median66.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %74.3%

Geography

Elevation16 ft (5 m)
Area15.9 sq mi (41.3 km²)
Population Density1,479/sq mi
Coordinates64.6833°N, 24.4833°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

Population Density1,479/sq mi
Total Area15.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access93.5%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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