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Siikajoki, Finland

North Ostrobothnia · 🇫🇮 Finland

Siikajoki is a small town in North Ostrobothnia, Finland with a population of 1,293. Elevation: 59 ft (18 m). Average temperature: 36°F (2°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
1,293 Population
59 ft Elevation 18 meters
36°F Avg Temperature 2°C
20.1 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

Population1,293
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 Temp36°F (2°C)
AQI66 (Moderate)
Rain20.1 in/yr
Sunny Days300/yr
Elevation59 ft (18 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband93.5%
Population1,293
Elevation59 ft (18 m)
Coordinates64.8146°, 24.7592°
TimezoneEurope/Helsinki
Country🇫🇮 Finland
State / ProvinceNorth Ostrobothnia
Average Temperature36°F (2°C)
January Average15°F (-9°C)
July Average60°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation20.1 inches (510 mm)
Annual Snowfall7.7 inches (20 cm)
Median Age43.1 years

Is Siikajoki a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Siikajoki 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. Siikajoki 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

Siikajoki has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F. Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. With 300 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 20.1 inches, including 7.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 66.

Siikajoki has a population of 1,293. 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

1,293
Total Population
43.1yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Siikajoki vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Siikajoki vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Siikajoki 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: Siikajoki 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 Siikajoki, 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: Siikajoki 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

Siikajoki has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. The area gets 300 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 20.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 7.7 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 59 feet.

Temperature

15°F Jan (-9°C) 60°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average35.9°F
34% below US avg
January Average15°F (-9°C)
July Average60°F (15°C)
Sunny Days300 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall20.1 inches
47% below US avg
Snowfall7.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median66.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %74.3%

Geography

Elevation59 ft (18 m)
Coordinates64.8146°N, 24.7592°W
TimezoneEurope/Helsinki

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 15°F (-9°C) 1.4 in
February 15°F (-9°C) 1.0 in Coldest
March 23°F (-5°C) 1.0 in
April 33°F (0°C) 1.0 in Driest
May 44°F (7°C) 1.3 in
June 55°F (13°C) 1.8 in
July 60°F (15°C) 2.6 in Warmest
August 56°F (13°C) 2.7 in Wettest
September 47°F (8°C) 2.1 in
October 37°F (3°C) 1.9 in
November 27°F (-3°C) 1.8 in
December 20°F (-7°C) 1.5 in

Siikajoki has a seasonal temperature swing of 45°F — from 15°F in February to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 20.1 inches, with August being the wettest month (2.7") and April the driest (1.0").

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 Siikajoki

What is the population of Siikajoki?

Siikajoki has a population of 1,293 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 Siikajoki expensive to live in?

Siikajoki 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 Siikajoki?

Siikajoki has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winter temperatures average 15°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 300 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 20.1 inches, with 7.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 66.

How is the job market in Siikajoki?

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

How are the schools in Siikajoki?

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

How healthy is Siikajoki?

The obesity rate in Siikajoki 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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