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Reykjanesbær, Iceland

Southern Peninsula · 🇮🇸 Iceland

Reykjanesbær is a small city in Southern Peninsula, Iceland with a population of 19,724. Elevation: 43 ft (13 m). Average temperature: 40°F (5°C).

4.4 /5.0
A Great
19,724 Population
43 ft Elevation 13 meters
40°F Avg Temperature 5°C
38.4 in Annual Rain
Atlantic / Reykjavik Timezone
$77,000 Median Income
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$77,000 median income
A+
Education
4.6 / 5.0
45.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $77,000
2% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 45.0%
34% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 21.2%
34% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.5%
72% lower than US avg

People

Population19,724
Median Age37.1 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female51% / 49%

Economy

A
Median Income$77,000
Per Capita$82,139
UnemploymentN/A
Poverty3.5%

Health

Obesity21.2%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking6.8%
Depression13.0%

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (5°C)
AQI7 (Good)
Rain38.4 in/yr
Sunny Days266/yr
Elevation43 ft (13 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband99.8%
Population19,724
Elevation43 ft (13 m)
Coordinates63.9981°, -22.5611°
TimezoneAtlantic/Reykjavik
Country🇮🇸 Iceland
State / ProvinceSouthern Peninsula
Average Temperature40°F (5°C)
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average51°F (11°C)
Annual Precipitation38.4 inches (976 mm)
Annual Snowfall19.3 inches (49 cm)
Median Household Income$77,000
Median Age37.1 years

Is Reykjanesbær a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Reykjanesbær receives an overall livability score of 4.4 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. Reykjanesbær stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Reykjanesbær is $77,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Only 3.5% 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

Reykjanesbær has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 51°F in July. With 266 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.4 inches, including 19.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 7.

Reykjanesbær has a population of 19,724. The median age is 37.1 years, 5% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 48.8% female and 51.2% male. 19.0% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 90.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

19,724
Total Population
37.1yrs
Median Age
5% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 51.2%
Female 48.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Reykjanesbær vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Reykjanesbær vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Reykjanesbær is $77,000, which is 2% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $82,139 (above the $39,052 national figure). 3.5% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 102.1, roughly in line with the national average.

Income: Reykjanesbær vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$77,000
2% above US avg
Per Capita Income$82,139

Employment & Poverty

Poverty Rate3.5%
72% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living102.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Reykjanesbær, 21.2% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 5.9% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 27.5% have high blood pressure. 6.8% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 8.2% report binge drinking. 80.3% are physically inactive, above the national average. 13.0% report depression (below the 20.0% national average). 11.4% experience frequent mental distress.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity21.2%
34% below US avg
Diabetes5.9%
High Blood Pressure27.5%
COPD0.0%
Kidney Disease0.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking6.8%
51% below US avg
Binge Drinking8.2%
Physical Inactivity80.3%
Depression13.0%
Mental Distress11.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.0%
Premature Death85/100K

Food & Exercise

Reykjanesbær has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (5°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 51°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 266 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 38.4 inches. The area receives 19.3 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 7 — among the cleanest air in the country. 94% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 43 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

32°F Jan (0°C) 51°F Jul (11°C)
Annual Average40.4°F
25% below US avg
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average51°F (11°C)
Sunny Days266 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.4 inches
1% above US avg
Snowfall19.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median7.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.6%

Geography

Elevation43 ft (13 m)
Coordinates63.9981°N, 22.5611°W
TimezoneAtlantic/Reykjavik

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 32°F (0°C) 3.6 in Coldest
February 33°F (0°C) 4.1 in Wettest
March 33°F (1°C) 3.9 in
April 38°F (3°C) 2.4 in
May 43°F (6°C) 2.4 in
June 48°F (9°C) 2.1 in Driest
July 51°F (11°C) 2.2 in Warmest
August 51°F (10°C) 3.2 in
September 46°F (8°C) 3.0 in
October 41°F (5°C) 3.9 in
November 36°F (2°C) 3.7 in
December 33°F (1°C) 3.9 in

Reykjanesbær has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F — from 32°F in January to 51°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 38.4 inches, with February being the wettest month (4.1") and June the driest (2.1").

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. 99.8% of households have broadband internet access (above the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+45.0%
34% above US avg
High School+99.0%
A+ Education Grade (4.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access99.8%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Reykjanesbær

What is the population of Reykjanesbær?

Reykjanesbær has a population of 19,724 residents and is located in Iceland.. The median age of residents is 37.1 years. The population is 48.8% female and 51.2% male.

Is Reykjanesbær expensive to live in?

Reykjanesbær has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 102.1 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $77,000, 2% above the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in Reykjanesbær?

Reykjanesbær has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 32°F in January, while summers reach an average of 51°F in July. The area receives 266 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 38.4 inches, with 19.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 7.

How is the job market in Reykjanesbær?

How are the schools in Reykjanesbær?

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

How healthy is Reykjanesbær?

The obesity rate in Reykjanesbær is 21.2% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 6.8% of adults are smokers. 80.3% are physically inactive. 13.0% of residents report depression.

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