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Sodankylä, Finland

Lapland · 🇫🇮 Finland

Sodankylä is a small city in Lapland, Finland with a population of 8,067. Elevation: 627 ft (191 m). Average temperature: 30°F (-1°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
8,067 Population
627 ft Elevation 191 meters
30°F Avg Temperature -1°C
20.3 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

Population8,067
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 Temp30°F (-1°C)
AQI66 (Moderate)
Rain20.3 in/yr
Sunny Days299/yr
Elevation627 ft (191 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband93.5%
Population8,067
Elevation627 ft (191 m)
Coordinates67.4167°, 26.6000°
TimezoneEurope/Helsinki
Country🇫🇮 Finland
State / ProvinceLapland
Average Temperature30°F (-1°C)
January Average7°F (-14°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Annual Precipitation20.3 inches (515 mm)
Annual Snowfall9.5 inches (24 cm)
Median Age43.1 years

Is Sodankylä a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sodankylä 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. Sodankylä 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

Sodankylä has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 30°F. Winters average 7°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July. With 299 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 20.3 inches, including 9.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 66.

Sodankylä has a population of 8,067. The median age is 43.1 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

8,067
Total Population
43.1yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Sodankylä vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Sodankylä vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sodankylä is N/A. The unemployment rate is 9.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.2% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Sodankylä 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 Sodankylä, 21.5% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 14.4% are current smokers. 7.9% report depression. 75.4% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Sodankylä 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

Sodankylä has an average annual temperature of 30°F (-1°C). Winters average 7°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July. Annual precipitation is 20.3 inches. The area enjoys 299 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 66.

Temperature

7°F Jan (-14°C) 57°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average30.4°F
44% below US avg
January Average7°F (-14°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Sunny Days299 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall20.3 inches
47% below US avg
Snowfall9.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median66.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %74.3%

Geography

Elevation627 ft (191 m)
Coordinates67.4167°N, 26.6000°W
TimezoneEurope/Helsinki
35.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (4% above US avg). 93.5% of households have broadband internet.

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

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