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Skálavík, Faroe Islands

Sandoy · 🇫🇴 Faroe Islands

Skálavík is a small town in Sandoy, Faroe Islands with a population of 171. Elevation: 39 ft (12 m). Average temperature: 45°F (7°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
171 Population
39 ft Elevation 12 meters
45°F Avg Temperature 7°C
97.4 in Annual Rain
Atlantic / Faroe 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 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

Population171
Median Age37.2 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female52% / 48%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$72,465
Unemployment5.5%
Poverty0.4%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI11 (Good)
Rain97.4 in/yr
Sunny Days159/yr
Elevation39 ft (12 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband98.8%
Population171
Elevation39 ft (12 m)
Coordinates61.8314°, -6.6623°
TimezoneAtlantic/Faroe
Country🇫🇴 Faroe Islands
State / ProvinceSandoy
Average Temperature45°F (7°C)
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average52°F (11°C)
Annual Precipitation97.4 inches (2,474 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age37.2 years

Is Skálavík a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Skálavík receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Skálavík offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

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 35.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 99.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Skálavík has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 52°F in July. With 159 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Annual precipitation totals 97.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 11.

Skálavík has a population of 171. The median age is 37.2 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 48.3% female and 51.7% male. 19.0% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 85.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

171
Total Population
37.2yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 51.7%
Female 48.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Skálavík vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Skálavík vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Skálavík is N/A. Per capita income is $72,465 (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 90, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Skálavík vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$72,465

Employment & Poverty

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

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living90.00 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Skálavík, 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: Skálavík 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

Skálavík has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 52°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 159 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 97.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). 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 39 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 52°F Jul (11°C)
Annual Average44.7°F
17% below US avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average52°F (11°C)
Sunny Days159 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall97.4 inches
156% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median11.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.8%

Geography

Elevation39 ft (12 m)
Coordinates61.8314°N, 6.6623°W
TimezoneAtlantic/Faroe

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temp Precipitation
Jan 39°F (4°C)
10.7"
Feb 39°F (4°C)
8.5"
Mar 40°F (4°C)
9.6"
Apr 42°F (5°C)
6.7"
May 46°F (8°C)
5.2"
Jun 49°F (9°C)
4.3"
Jul 52°F (11°C)
4.4"
Aug 52°F (11°C)
5.6"
Sep 50°F (10°C)
9.3"
Oct 46°F (8°C)
10.9"
Nov 42°F (6°C)
11.5"
Dec 40°F (5°C)
10.9"

The warmest month is August at 52°F, while the coldest is February at 39°F — a seasonal swing of 13°F. November sees the most rain (11.5"), while June is the driest (4.3").

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. 98.8% 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 Access98.8%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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