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Rautavaara, Finland

North Savo · 🇫🇮 Finland

Rautavaara is a small town in North Savo, Finland with a population of 1,403. Elevation: 456 ft (139 m). Average temperature: 36°F (2°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
1,403 Population
456 ft Elevation 139 meters
36°F Avg Temperature 2°C
26.2 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

Population1,403
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 Temp36°F (2°C)
AQI66 (Moderate)
Rain26.2 in/yr
Sunny Days288/yr
Elevation456 ft (139 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband93.5%
Population1,403
Elevation456 ft (139 m)
Coordinates63.4833°, 28.3000°
TimezoneEurope/Helsinki
Country🇫🇮 Finland
State / ProvinceNorth Savo
Average Temperature36°F (2°C)
January Average14°F (-10°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation26.2 inches (665 mm)
Annual Snowfall10.5 inches (27 cm)
Median Age43.1 years

Is Rautavaara a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rautavaara 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. Rautavaara 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

Rautavaara has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F. Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. With 288 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 26.2 inches, including 10.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 66.

Rautavaara has a population of 1,403. The median age is 43.1 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

1,403
Total Population
43.1yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Rautavaara vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Rautavaara vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rautavaara 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: Rautavaara 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 Rautavaara, 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: Rautavaara 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

Rautavaara has an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. Annual precipitation is 26.2 inches. The area enjoys 288 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 66.

Temperature

14°F Jan (-10°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average36.0°F
33% below US avg
January Average14°F (-10°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days288 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall26.2 inches
31% below US avg
Snowfall10.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median66.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %74.3%

Geography

Elevation456 ft (139 m)
Coordinates63.4833°N, 28.3000°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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