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Selfoss, Iceland

South · 🇮🇸 Iceland

Selfoss is a small city in South, Iceland with a population of 9,000. Elevation: 52 ft (16 m). Average temperature: 40°F (4°C).

4.4 /5.0
A Great
9,000 Population 11,688/sq mi density
52 ft Elevation 16 meters
40°F Avg Temperature 4°C
49.7 in Annual Rain
Atlantic / Reykjavik Timezone
$77,000 Median Income
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$77,000 median income
A+
Education
4.6 / 5.0
45.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $77,000
2% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 45.0%
34% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 21.2%
34% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.5%
72% lower than US avg

People

Population9,000
Median Age37.1 yrs
Density11,688/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%

Economy

A
Median Income$77,000
Per Capita$82,139
UnemploymentN/A
Poverty3.5%

Health

Obesity21.2%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking6.8%
Depression13.0%

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (4°C)
AQI7 (Good)
Rain49.7 in/yr
Sunny Days246/yr
Elevation52 ft (16 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband99.8%
Population9,000
Population Density11,688 / sq mi
Elevation52 ft (16 m)
Coordinates63.9331°, -20.9971°
TimezoneAtlantic/Reykjavik
Country🇮🇸 Iceland
State / ProvinceSouth
Average Temperature40°F (4°C)
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average51°F (11°C)
Annual Precipitation49.7 inches (1,261 mm)
Annual Snowfall23.1 inches (59 cm)
Median Household Income$77,000
Median Age37.1 years

Is Selfoss a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Selfoss receives an overall livability score of 4.4 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. Selfoss stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Selfoss is $77,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Only 3.5% 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

Selfoss has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 51°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 49.7 inches, including 23.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 7.

Selfoss has a population of 9,000 with a density of 11,688 people per square mile, spread across 0.8 square miles. The median age is 37.1 years, 5% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 48.8% female and 51.2% male. 19.0% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 90.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

9,000
Total Population
11,688
People / sq mi
37.1yrs
Median Age
5% below US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.2%
Female 48.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Selfoss vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Selfoss vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Selfoss is $77,000, which is 2% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $82,139 (above the $39,052 national figure). 3.5% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 102.1, roughly in line with the national average.

Income: Selfoss vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$77,000
2% above US avg
Per Capita Income$82,139

Employment & Poverty

Poverty Rate3.5%
72% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living102.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Selfoss, 21.2% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 5.9% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 27.5% have high blood pressure. 6.8% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 8.2% report binge drinking. 80.3% are physically inactive, above the national average. 13.0% report depression (below the 20.0% national average). 11.4% experience frequent mental distress.

Health Metrics: Selfoss vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity21.2%
34% below US avg
Diabetes5.9%
High Blood Pressure27.5%
COPD0.0%
Kidney Disease0.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking6.8%
51% below US avg
Binge Drinking8.2%
Physical Inactivity80.3%
Depression13.0%
Mental Distress11.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.0%
Premature Death85/100K

Food & Exercise

Selfoss has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 51°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 49.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 23.1 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 7 — among the cleanest air in the country. 94% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 52 feet.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 51°F Jul (11°C)
Annual Average39.9°F
26% below US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average51°F (11°C)
Sunny Days246 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.7 inches
31% above US avg
Snowfall23.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median7.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.6%

Geography

Elevation52 ft (16 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²)
Population Density11,688/sq mi
Coordinates63.9331°N, 20.9971°W
TimezoneAtlantic/Reykjavik

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 31°F (-1°C) 4.5 in Coldest
February 32°F (-0°C) 4.8 in Wettest
March 33°F (1°C) 4.7 in
April 38°F (3°C) 3.4 in
May 44°F (7°C) 3.3 in
June 48°F (9°C) 3.2 in Driest
July 51°F (11°C) 3.4 in Warmest
August 51°F (10°C) 4.5 in
September 46°F (8°C) 4.2 in
October 40°F (5°C) 4.7 in
November 35°F (1°C) 4.5 in
December 31°F (-0°C) 4.7 in

Selfoss has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F — from 31°F in January to 51°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 49.7 inches, with February being the wettest month (4.8") and June the driest (3.2").

45.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 34% above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school. 99.8% of households have broadband internet access (above the 90.0% national rate).

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 Density11,688/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access99.8%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Selfoss

What is the population of Selfoss?

Selfoss has a population of 9,000 residents and is located in Iceland. The population density is 11,688 people per square mile, spread across 0.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 37.1 years. The population is 48.8% female and 51.2% male.

Is Selfoss expensive to live in?

Selfoss has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 102.1 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $77,000, 2% above the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in Selfoss?

Selfoss has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 31°F in January, while summers reach an average of 51°F in July. The area receives 246 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 49.7 inches, with 23.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 7.

How is the job market in Selfoss?

How are the schools in Selfoss?

45.0% of adults in Selfoss hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Selfoss?

The obesity rate in Selfoss is 21.2% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 6.8% of adults are smokers. 80.3% are physically inactive. 13.0% of residents report depression.

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