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Saarenkylä, Finland

South Karelia · 🇫🇮 Finland

Saarenkylä is a small town in South Karelia, Finland with a population of 1,326. Elevation: 249 ft (76 m). Average temperature: 38°F (3°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
1,326 Population 19/sq mi density
249 ft Elevation 76 meters
38°F Avg Temperature 3°C
24.0 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

Population1,326
Median Age43.1 yrs
Density19/mi²
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 Temp38°F (3°C)
AQI66 (Moderate)
Rain24.0 in/yr
Sunny Days292/yr
Elevation249 ft (76 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband93.5%
Population1,326
Population Density19 / sq mi
Elevation249 ft (76 m)
Coordinates61.6494°, 29.7519°
TimezoneEurope/Helsinki
Country🇫🇮 Finland
State / ProvinceSouth Karelia
Average Temperature38°F (3°C)
January Average15°F (-9°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation24.0 inches (610 mm)
Annual Snowfall8.4 inches (21 cm)
Median Age43.1 years

Is Saarenkylä a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Saarenkylä 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. Saarenkylä 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

Saarenkylä has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F. Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. With 292 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 24.0 inches, including 8.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 66.

Saarenkylä has a population of 1,326 with a density of 19 people per square mile, spread across 70.7 square miles. 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

1,326
Total Population
19
People / sq mi
43.1yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg
70.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Saarenkylä vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Saarenkylä vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Saarenkylä 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: Saarenkylä 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 Saarenkylä, 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: Saarenkylä 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

Saarenkylä has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F (3°C). Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. The area gets 292 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 24.0 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 8.4 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 249 feet.

Temperature

15°F Jan (-9°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average38.0°F
30% below US avg
January Average15°F (-9°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days292 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall24.0 inches
37% below US avg
Snowfall8.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median66.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %74.3%

Geography

Elevation249 ft (76 m)
Area70.7 sq mi (183.1 km²)
Population Density19/sq mi
Coordinates61.6494°N, 29.7519°W
TimezoneEurope/Helsinki

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 15°F (-9°C) 1.6 in Coldest
February 16°F (-9°C) 1.3 in
March 25°F (-4°C) 1.3 in
April 36°F (2°C) 1.2 in Driest
May 49°F (9°C) 1.3 in
June 58°F (14°C) 2.2 in
July 62°F (17°C) 2.6 in Warmest
August 58°F (15°C) 3.3 in Wettest
September 49°F (9°C) 2.5 in
October 39°F (4°C) 2.4 in
November 29°F (-2°C) 2.2 in
December 20°F (-7°C) 2.1 in

Saarenkylä has a seasonal temperature swing of 47°F — from 15°F in January to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 24.0 inches, with August being the wettest month (3.3") and April the driest (1.2").

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

Population Density19/sq mi
Total Area70.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access93.5%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Saarenkylä

What is the population of Saarenkylä?

Saarenkylä has a population of 1,326 residents and is located in Finland. The population density is 19 people per square mile, spread across 70.7 square miles. 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 Saarenkylä expensive to live in?

Saarenkylä 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 Saarenkylä?

Saarenkylä has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F (3°C). Winter temperatures average 15°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 292 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 24.0 inches, with 8.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 66.

How is the job market in Saarenkylä?

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

How are the schools in Saarenkylä?

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

How healthy is Saarenkylä?

The obesity rate in Saarenkylä 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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