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Risør, Norway

Agder · 🇳🇴 Norway

Risør is a small town in Agder, Norway with a population of 4,609. Elevation: 30 ft (9 m). Average temperature: 45°F (7°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
4,609 Population 4,079/sq mi density
30 ft Elevation 9 meters
45°F Avg Temperature 7°C
42.5 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

Population4,609
Median Age39.8 yrs
Density4,079/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 Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI64 (Moderate)
Rain42.5 in/yr
Sunny Days259/yr
Elevation30 ft (9 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband99.0%
Population4,609
Population Density4,079 / sq mi
Elevation30 ft (9 m)
Coordinates58.7206°, 9.2342°
TimezoneEurope/Oslo
Country🇳🇴 Norway
State / ProvinceAgder
Average Temperature45°F (7°C)
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation42.5 inches (1,080 mm)
Annual Snowfall12.7 inches (32 cm)
Median Age39.8 years

Is Risør a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Risør 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. Risør 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

Risør has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. With 259 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 42.5 inches, including 12.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 64.

Risør has a population of 4,609 with a density of 4,079 people per square mile. The median age is 39.8 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

4,609
Total Population
4,079
People / sq mi
39.8yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.4%
Female 49.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Risør vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Risør vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Risør is N/A. The unemployment rate is 4.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.2% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Risør 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 Risør, 19.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 9.5% are current smokers. 11.4% report depression. 83.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Risør 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

Risør has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.5 inches. The area enjoys 259 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 64.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average44.8°F
17% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days259 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.5 inches
12% above US avg
Snowfall12.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median64.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %75.9%

Geography

Elevation30 ft (9 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.9 km²)
Population Density4,079/sq mi
Coordinates58.7206°N, 9.2342°W
TimezoneEurope/Oslo
45.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (34% above US avg). 99.0% of households have broadband internet.

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 Density4,079/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access99.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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