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Saarenkylä, Finland

Lapland · 🇫🇮 Finland

Saarenkylä is a small city in Lapland, Finland with a population of 9,000. Elevation: 276 ft (84 m). Average temperature: 33°F (1°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
9,000 Population
276 ft Elevation 84 meters
33°F Avg Temperature 1°C
22.8 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

Population9,000
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 Temp33°F (1°C)
AQI66 (Moderate)
Rain22.8 in/yr
Sunny Days295/yr
Elevation276 ft (84 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband93.5%
Population9,000
Elevation276 ft (84 m)
Coordinates66.5192°, 25.7674°
TimezoneEurope/Helsinki
Country🇫🇮 Finland
State / ProvinceLapland
Average Temperature33°F (1°C)
January Average11°F (-12°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation22.8 inches (578 mm)
Annual Snowfall11.0 inches (28 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 33°F. Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. With 295 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 22.8 inches, including 11.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 66.

Saarenkylä has a population of 9,000. The median age is 43.1 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

9,000
Total Population
43.1yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg

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. The unemployment rate is 9.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.2% of residents live below the poverty line.

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 32.1% national rate). 14.4% are current smokers. 7.9% report depression. 75.4% are physically inactive.

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 an average annual temperature of 33°F (1°C). Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. Annual precipitation is 22.8 inches. The area enjoys 295 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 66.

Temperature

11°F Jan (-12°C) 59°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average33.0°F
39% below US avg
January Average11°F (-12°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Sunny Days295 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall22.8 inches
40% below US avg
Snowfall11.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median66.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %74.3%

Geography

Elevation276 ft (84 m)
Coordinates66.5192°N, 25.7674°W
TimezoneEurope/Helsinki
35.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (4% above US avg). 93.5% of households have broadband internet.

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

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