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Ristijärvi, Finland

Kainuu · 🇫🇮 Finland

Ristijärvi is a small town in Kainuu, Finland with a population of 1,162. Elevation: 525 ft (160 m). Average temperature: 35°F (2°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
1,162 Population
525 ft Elevation 160 meters
35°F Avg Temperature 2°C
25.6 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

Population1,162
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 Temp35°F (2°C)
AQI66 (Moderate)
Rain25.6 in/yr
Sunny Days290/yr
Elevation525 ft (160 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband93.5%
Population1,162
Elevation525 ft (160 m)
Coordinates64.5000°, 28.2167°
TimezoneEurope/Helsinki
Country🇫🇮 Finland
State / ProvinceKainuu
Average Temperature35°F (2°C)
January Average13°F (-10°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation25.6 inches (649 mm)
Annual Snowfall12.0 inches (31 cm)
Median Age43.1 years

Is Ristijärvi a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ristijärvi 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. Ristijärvi 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

Ristijärvi has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F. Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. With 290 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 25.6 inches, including 12.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 66.

Ristijärvi has a population of 1,162. The median age is 43.1 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.6% female and 49.4% male. 23.2% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 86.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,162
Total Population
43.1yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Ristijärvi vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Ristijärvi vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ristijärvi is N/A. Per capita income is $52,834 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 9.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.2% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 81.3, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Ristijärvi 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 Ristijärvi, 21.5% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 5.3% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 35.9% have high blood pressure. 14.4% are current smokers. 9.5% report binge drinking. 75.4% are physically inactive, above the national average. 7.9% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Ristijärvi 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

Ristijärvi has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F (2°C). Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. The area gets 290 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 25.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 12.0 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 66 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 74% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 525 feet.

Temperature

13°F Jan (-10°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average34.8°F
36% below US avg
January Average13°F (-10°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Sunny Days290 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall25.6 inches
33% below US avg
Snowfall12.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median66.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %74.3%

Geography

Elevation525 ft (160 m)
Coordinates64.5000°N, 28.2167°W
TimezoneEurope/Helsinki

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 13°F (-10°C) 1.5 in
February 13°F (-11°C) 1.3 in Coldest, Driest
March 23°F (-5°C) 1.3 in
April 32°F (0°C) 1.3 in
May 45°F (7°C) 1.9 in
June 56°F (13°C) 2.6 in
July 60°F (16°C) 3.2 in Warmest
August 55°F (13°C) 3.2 in Wettest
September 45°F (7°C) 2.6 in
October 35°F (2°C) 2.5 in
November 24°F (-4°C) 2.2 in
December 17°F (-8°C) 1.8 in

Ristijärvi has a seasonal temperature swing of 47°F — from 13°F in February to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 25.6 inches, with August being the wettest month (3.2") and February the driest (1.3").

35.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 4% above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school. 93.5% of households have broadband internet access.

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Ristijärvi

What is the population of Ristijärvi?

Ristijärvi has a population of 1,162 residents and is located in Finland.. The median age of residents is 43.1 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.6% female and 49.4% male.

Is Ristijärvi expensive to live in?

Ristijärvi is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 81.3 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Ristijärvi?

Ristijärvi has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F (2°C). Winter temperatures average 13°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 290 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 25.6 inches, with 12.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 66.

How is the job market in Ristijärvi?

The job market in Ristijärvi faces challenges, with unemployment at 9.5% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Ristijärvi?

35.0% of adults in Ristijärvi hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Ristijärvi?

The obesity rate in Ristijärvi is 21.5% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 14.4% of adults are smokers. 75.4% are physically inactive. 7.9% of residents report depression.

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