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Reykjavík, Iceland

Capital Region · 🇮🇸 Iceland

Reykjavík is a large city in Capital Region, Iceland with a population of 118,918. Elevation: 121 ft (37 m). Average temperature: 40°F (4°C).

4.4 /5.0
A Great
118,918 Population 1,262/sq mi density
121 ft Elevation 37 meters
40°F Avg Temperature 4°C
38.9 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

Population118,918
Median Age37.1 yrs
Density1,262/mi²
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 (4°C)
AQI7 (Good)
Rain38.9 in/yr
Sunny Days265/yr
Elevation121 ft (37 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband99.8%
Population118,918
Population Density1,262 / sq mi
Elevation121 ft (37 m)
Coordinates64.1355°, -21.8954°
TimezoneAtlantic/Reykjavik
Country🇮🇸 Iceland
State / ProvinceCapital Region
Average Temperature40°F (4°C)
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average51°F (11°C)
Annual Precipitation38.9 inches (989 mm)
Annual Snowfall19.6 inches (50 cm)
Median Household Income$77,000
Median Age37.1 years

Is Reykjavík a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Reykjavík 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

Reykjavík has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 51°F in July. With 265 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.9 inches, including 19.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 7.

Reykjavík has a population of 118,918 with a density of 1,262 people per square mile, spread across 94.2 square miles. 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

118,918
Total Population
1,262
People / sq mi
37.1yrs
Median Age
5% below US avg
94.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.2%
Female 48.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Reykjavík vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Reykjavík vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Reykjavík 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: Reykjavík 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 Reykjavík, 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).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity21.2%
34% below US avg
Diabetes5.9%
High Blood Pressure27.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

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

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.0%

Food & Exercise

Reykjavík has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 51°F in July. The area gets 265 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 38.9 inches. The area receives 19.6 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 121 feet.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 51°F Jul (11°C)
Annual Average39.6°F
27% below US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average51°F (11°C)
Sunny Days265 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.9 inches
2% above US avg
Snowfall19.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median7.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.6%

Geography

Elevation121 ft (37 m)
Area94.2 sq mi (244.0 km²)
Population Density1,262/sq mi
Coordinates64.1355°N, 21.8954°W
TimezoneAtlantic/Reykjavik

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 31°F (-1°C) 3.7 in Coldest
February 32°F (-0°C) 4.2 in Wettest
March 32°F (0°C) 4.0 in
April 37°F (3°C) 2.4 in
May 43°F (6°C) 2.5 in
June 48°F (9°C) 2.1 in Driest
July 51°F (11°C) 2.3 in Warmest
August 50°F (10°C) 3.2 in
September 46°F (8°C) 3.0 in
October 40°F (4°C) 3.9 in
November 34°F (1°C) 3.7 in
December 32°F (-0°C) 4.0 in

Reykjavík has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F — from 31°F in January to 51°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 38.9 inches, with February being the wettest month (4.2") 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

Population Density1,262/sq mi
Total Area94.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access99.8%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Reykjavík

What is the population of Reykjavík?

Reykjavík has a population of 118,918 residents and is located in Iceland. The population density is 1,262 people per square mile, spread across 94.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 37.1 years. The population is 48.8% female and 51.2% male.

Is Reykjavík expensive to live in?

Reykjavík 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 Reykjavík?

Reykjavík has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 31°F in January, while summers reach an average of 51°F in July. The area receives 265 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 38.9 inches, with 19.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 7.

How is the job market in Reykjavík?

How are the schools in Reykjavík?

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

How healthy is Reykjavík?

The obesity rate in Reykjavík 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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