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Siglufjörður, Iceland

Northeast · 🇮🇸 Iceland

Siglufjörður is a small town in Northeast, Iceland with a population of 1,190. Average temperature: 34°F (1°C).

4.4 /5.0
A Great
1,190 Population 20/sq mi density
34°F Avg Temperature 1°C
25.4 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

Population1,190
Median Age37.1 yrs
Density20/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 Temp34°F (1°C)
AQI7 (Good)
Rain25.4 in/yr
Sunny Days290/yr

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband99.8%
Population1,190
Population Density20 / sq mi
Coordinates66.1520°, -18.9082°
TimezoneAtlantic/Reykjavik
Country🇮🇸 Iceland
State / ProvinceNortheast
Average Temperature34°F (1°C)
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average47°F (8°C)
Annual Precipitation25.4 inches (644 mm)
Annual Snowfall15.6 inches (40 cm)
Median Household Income$77,000
Median Age37.1 years

Is Siglufjörður a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Siglufjörður 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. Siglufjörður stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Siglufjörður 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

Siglufjörður has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 34°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 47°F in July. With 290 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 25.4 inches, including 15.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 7.

Siglufjörður has a population of 1,190 with a density of 20 people per square mile, spread across 59.9 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

1,190
Total Population
20
People / sq mi
37.1yrs
Median Age
5% below US avg
59.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.2%
Female 48.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Siglufjörður vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Siglufjörður vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Siglufjörður 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: Siglufjörður 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 Siglufjörður, 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: Siglufjörður 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

Siglufjörður has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 34°F (1°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 47°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 25.4 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 15.6 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.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 47°F Jul (8°C)
Annual Average33.7°F
38% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average47°F (8°C)
Sunny Days290 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall25.4 inches
33% below US avg
Snowfall15.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median7.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.6%

Geography

Area59.9 sq mi (155.0 km²)
Population Density20/sq mi
Coordinates66.1520°N, 18.9082°W
TimezoneAtlantic/Reykjavik

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 26°F (-3°C) 2.2 in
February 25°F (-4°C) 2.1 in Coldest
March 25°F (-4°C) 2.3 in
April 29°F (-2°C) 1.6 in
May 36°F (2°C) 1.5 in Driest
June 43°F (6°C) 1.9 in
July 47°F (8°C) 1.9 in Warmest
August 46°F (8°C) 2.1 in
September 40°F (4°C) 2.5 in
October 33°F (0°C) 3.0 in Wettest
November 28°F (-2°C) 2.2 in
December 26°F (-3°C) 2.2 in

Siglufjörður has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F — from 25°F in February to 47°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 25.4 inches, with October being the wettest month (3.0") and May the driest (1.5").

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 Density20/sq mi
Total Area59.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access99.8%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Siglufjörður

What is the population of Siglufjörður?

Siglufjörður has a population of 1,190 residents and is located in Iceland. The population density is 20 people per square mile, spread across 59.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 37.1 years. The population is 48.8% female and 51.2% male.

Is Siglufjörður expensive to live in?

Siglufjörður 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 Siglufjörður?

Siglufjörður has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 34°F (1°C). Winter temperatures average 26°F in January, while summers reach an average of 47°F in July. The area receives 290 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 25.4 inches, with 15.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 7.

How is the job market in Siglufjörður?

How are the schools in Siglufjörður?

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

How healthy is Siglufjörður?

The obesity rate in Siglufjörður 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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