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Skagen, Denmark

North Denmark · 🇩🇰 Denmark

Skagen is a small city in North Denmark, Denmark with a population of 7,571. Elevation: 10 ft (3 m). Average temperature: 47°F (8°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
7,571 Population 137/sq mi density
10 ft Elevation 3 meters
47°F Avg Temperature 8°C
26.4 in Annual Rain
Europe / Copenhagen Timezone
A+
Overall
4.6 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
4.6 / 5.0
45.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 45.0%
34% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 13.3%
59% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.5%
54% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.4%
97% lower than US avg

People

Population7,571
Median Age42.0 yrs
Density137/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$68,044
Unemployment5.5%
Poverty0.4%

Health

Obesity13.3%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking12.6%
Depression7.6%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
AQI11 (Good)
Rain26.4 in/yr
Sunny Days288/yr
Elevation10 ft (3 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband98.8%
Population7,571
Population Density137 / sq mi
Elevation10 ft (3 m)
Coordinates57.7209°, 10.5839°
TimezoneEurope/Copenhagen
Country🇩🇰 Denmark
State / ProvinceNorth Denmark
Average Temperature47°F (8°C)
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation26.4 inches (670 mm)
Annual Snowfall3.4 inches (9 cm)
Median Age42.0 years

Is Skagen a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Skagen receives an overall livability score of 4.6 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. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Skagen stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The unemployment rate of 5.5% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 0.4% 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

Skagen experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. With 288 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 26.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 11.

Skagen has a population of 7,571 with a density of 137 people per square mile, spread across 55.2 square miles. The median age is 42.0 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.3% female and 49.7% male. 22.4% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 85.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

7,571
Total Population
137
People / sq mi
42.0yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg
55.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Skagen vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Skagen vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Skagen is N/A. Per capita income is $68,044 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 5.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.4% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 86.7, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Skagen vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$68,044

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.5%
54% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.4%
97% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living86.70 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Skagen, 13.3% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 4.3% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 35.9% have high blood pressure. 12.6% are current smokers. 10.0% report binge drinking. 84.5% are physically inactive, above the national average. 7.6% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity13.3%
59% below US avg
Diabetes4.3%
High Blood Pressure35.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.6%
10% below US avg
Binge Drinking10.0%
Physical Inactivity84.5%
Depression7.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.0%

Food & Exercise

Skagen experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. The area gets 288 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 26.4 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.4 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 11 — among the cleanest air in the country. 93% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 10 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average46.5°F
14% below US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days288 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall26.4 inches
31% below US avg
Snowfall3.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median11.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.8%

Geography

Elevation10 ft (3 m)
Area55.2 sq mi (143.0 km²)
Population Density137/sq mi
Coordinates57.7209°N, 10.5839°W
TimezoneEurope/Copenhagen
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. 98.8% of households have broadband internet access.

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 Density137/sq mi
Total Area55.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access98.8%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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