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Skoppum, Norway

Vestfold · 🇳🇴 Norway

Skoppum is a small town in Vestfold, Norway with a population of 1,713. Elevation: 141 ft (43 m). Average temperature: 44°F (7°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
1,713 Population 3,893/sq mi density
141 ft Elevation 43 meters
44°F Avg Temperature 7°C
32.8 in Annual Rain
Europe / Oslo 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 19.2%
40% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.6%
29% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.2%
98% lower than US avg

People

Population1,713
Median Age39.8 yrs
Density3,893/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$87,497
Unemployment4.6%
Poverty0.2%

Health

Obesity19.2%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking9.5%
Depression11.4%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (7°C)
AQI64 (Moderate)
Rain32.8 in/yr
Sunny Days276/yr
Elevation141 ft (43 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband99.0%
Population1,713
Population Density3,893 / sq mi
Elevation141 ft (43 m)
Coordinates59.3861°, 10.4108°
TimezoneEurope/Oslo
Country🇳🇴 Norway
State / ProvinceVestfold
Average Temperature44°F (7°C)
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation32.8 inches (833 mm)
Annual Snowfall9.0 inches (23 cm)
Median Age39.8 years

Is Skoppum a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 4.6%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 0.2% 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

Skoppum has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. With 276 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 32.8 inches, including 9.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 64.

Skoppum has a population of 1,713 with a density of 3,893 people per square mile, spread across 0.4 square miles. The median age is 39.8 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.6% female and 50.4% male. 20.9% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,713
Total Population
3,893
People / sq mi
39.8yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.4%
Female 49.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Skoppum vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Skoppum vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Skoppum is N/A. Per capita income is $87,497 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 4.6% (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 85.1, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Skoppum vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$87,497

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.6%
29% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.2%
98% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living85.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Skoppum, 19.2% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 5.1% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 30.5% have high blood pressure. 9.5% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 7.5% report binge drinking. 83.5% are physically inactive, above the national average. 11.4% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity19.2%
40% below US avg
Diabetes5.1%
High Blood Pressure30.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking9.5%
32% below US avg
Binge Drinking7.5%
Physical Inactivity83.5%
Depression11.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.0%

Food & Exercise

Skoppum has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. The area gets 276 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 32.8 inches. The area receives 9.0 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 64 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 76% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 141 feet.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average43.9°F
19% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days276 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall32.8 inches
14% below US avg
Snowfall9.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median64.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %75.9%

Geography

Elevation141 ft (43 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density3,893/sq mi
Coordinates59.3861°N, 10.4108°W
TimezoneEurope/Oslo

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 27°F (-3°C) 2.4 in Coldest
February 28°F (-3°C) 1.7 in Driest
March 34°F (1°C) 2.4 in
April 41°F (5°C) 1.8 in
May 52°F (11°C) 2.1 in
June 59°F (15°C) 2.5 in
July 63°F (17°C) 2.8 in Warmest
August 61°F (16°C) 3.1 in
September 53°F (12°C) 3.7 in
October 45°F (7°C) 4.1 in Wettest
November 36°F (2°C) 3.8 in
December 29°F (-1°C) 2.6 in

Skoppum has a seasonal temperature swing of 35°F — from 27°F in January to 63°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 32.8 inches, with October being the wettest month (4.1") and February the driest (1.7").

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. 99.0% 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 Density3,893/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access99.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Skoppum

What is the population of Skoppum?

Skoppum has a population of 1,713 residents and is located in Norway. The population density is 3,893 people per square mile, spread across 0.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 39.8 years. The population is 49.6% female and 50.4% male.

Is Skoppum expensive to live in?

Skoppum is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 85.1 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Skoppum?

Skoppum has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 27°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 276 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 32.8 inches, with 9.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 64.

How is the job market in Skoppum?

Skoppum has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.6%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Skoppum?

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

How healthy is Skoppum?

The obesity rate in Skoppum is 19.2% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 9.5% of adults are smokers. 83.5% are physically inactive. 11.4% of residents report depression.

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