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Sommelsdijk, The Netherlands

South Holland · 🇳🇱 The Netherlands

Sommelsdijk is a small town in South Holland, The Netherlands with a population of 890. Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
890 Population
50°F Avg Temperature 10°C
31.0 in Annual Rain
Europe / Amsterdam 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 14.5%
55% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.9%
8% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.1%
99% lower than US avg

People

Population890
Median Age42.8 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$63,516
Unemployment3.9%
Poverty0.1%

Health

Obesity14.5%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking18.0%
Depression5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI97 (Moderate)
Rain31.0 in/yr
Sunny Days280/yr

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.0%
Population890
Coordinates51.7567°, 4.1486°
TimezoneEurope/Amsterdam
Country🇳🇱 The Netherlands
State / ProvinceSouth Holland
Average Temperature50°F (10°C)
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation31.0 inches (787 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age42.8 years

Is Sommelsdijk a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sommelsdijk 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. Sommelsdijk offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 3.9%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 0.1% 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

Sommelsdijk experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. With 280 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 31.0 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 97.

Sommelsdijk has a population of 890. The median age is 42.8 years, 10% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.3% female and 49.7% male. 20.5% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 85.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

890
Total Population
42.8yrs
Median Age
10% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Sommelsdijk vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Sommelsdijk vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sommelsdijk is N/A. Per capita income is $63,516 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 3.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.1% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 78.4, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Sommelsdijk vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$63,516

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.9%
8% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.1%
99% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living78.40 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Sommelsdijk, 14.5% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 4.3% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 30.5% have high blood pressure. 18.0% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 8.7% report binge drinking. 80.2% are physically inactive, above the national average. 5.9% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity14.5%
55% below US avg
Diabetes4.3%
High Blood Pressure30.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.0%
29% above US avg
Binge Drinking8.7%
Physical Inactivity80.2%
Depression5.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.0%

Food & Exercise

Sommelsdijk experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. The area gets 280 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 31.0 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 97 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 52% of days have good air quality.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average50.0°F
7% below US avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days280 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall31.0 inches
18% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median97.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %52.4%

Geography

Coordinates51.7567°N, 4.1486°W
TimezoneEurope/Amsterdam

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 38°F (3°C) 2.5 in Coldest
February 38°F (3°C) 1.9 in
March 43°F (6°C) 2.4 in
April 47°F (9°C) 1.7 in Driest
May 54°F (12°C) 1.9 in
June 59°F (15°C) 2.7 in
July 63°F (17°C) 2.8 in
August 63°F (17°C) 2.3 in Warmest
September 59°F (15°C) 3.3 in
October 52°F (11°C) 3.3 in
November 45°F (7°C) 3.4 in Wettest
December 40°F (4°C) 2.9 in

Sommelsdijk has a seasonal temperature swing of 25°F — from 38°F in January to 63°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 31.0 inches, with November being the wettest month (3.4") and April the driest (1.7").

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. 97.0% 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 Access97.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Sommelsdijk

What is the population of Sommelsdijk?

Sommelsdijk has a population of 890 residents and is located in The Netherlands.. The median age of residents is 42.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.3% female and 49.7% male.

Is Sommelsdijk expensive to live in?

Sommelsdijk is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 78.4 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Sommelsdijk?

Sommelsdijk has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 280 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.0 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 97.

How is the job market in Sommelsdijk?

Sommelsdijk has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.9%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Sommelsdijk?

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

How healthy is Sommelsdijk?

The obesity rate in Sommelsdijk is 14.5% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 18.0% of adults are smokers. 80.2% are physically inactive. 5.9% of residents report depression.

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