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Savonlinna, Finland

South Savo · 🇫🇮 Finland

Savonlinna is a mid-size city in South Savo, Finland with a population of 31,283. Elevation: 246 ft (75 m). Average temperature: 39°F (4°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
31,283 Population
246 ft Elevation 75 meters
39°F Avg Temperature 4°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

Population31,283
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 Temp39°F (4°C)
AQI66 (Moderate)
Rain24.0 in/yr
Sunny Days292/yr
Elevation246 ft (75 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband93.5%
Population31,283
Elevation246 ft (75 m)
Coordinates61.8699°, 28.8800°
TimezoneEurope/Helsinki
Country🇫🇮 Finland
State / ProvinceSouth Savo
Average Temperature39°F (4°C)
January Average17°F (-8°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation24.0 inches (609 mm)
Annual Snowfall8.3 inches (21 cm)
Median Age43.1 years

Is Savonlinna a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Savonlinna 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. Savonlinna 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

Savonlinna has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 64°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 8.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 66.

Savonlinna has a population of 31,283. 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

31,283
Total Population
43.1yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Savonlinna vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Savonlinna vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Savonlinna 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: Savonlinna 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 Savonlinna, 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: Savonlinna 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

Savonlinna has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 64°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 8.3 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 246 feet.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-8°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average38.9°F
28% below US avg
January Average17°F (-8°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days292 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall24.0 inches
37% below US avg
Snowfall8.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median66.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %74.3%

Geography

Elevation246 ft (75 m)
Coordinates61.8699°N, 28.8800°W
TimezoneEurope/Helsinki

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 17°F (-8°C) 1.6 in
February 17°F (-8°C) 1.2 in Coldest, Driest
March 26°F (-3°C) 1.3 in
April 36°F (2°C) 1.3 in
May 49°F (9°C) 1.3 in
June 58°F (15°C) 2.3 in
July 64°F (18°C) 2.6 in Warmest
August 59°F (15°C) 3.2 in Wettest
September 50°F (10°C) 2.4 in
October 40°F (4°C) 2.5 in
November 30°F (-1°C) 2.2 in
December 21°F (-6°C) 2.1 in

Savonlinna has a seasonal temperature swing of 47°F — from 17°F in February to 64°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 24.0 inches, with August being the wettest month (3.2") and February 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

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access93.5%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Savonlinna

What is the population of Savonlinna?

Savonlinna has a population of 31,283 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 Savonlinna expensive to live in?

Savonlinna 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 Savonlinna?

Savonlinna has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 17°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°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 8.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 66.

How is the job market in Savonlinna?

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

How are the schools in Savonlinna?

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

How healthy is Savonlinna?

The obesity rate in Savonlinna 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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