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Sottunga, Aland Islands

Ålands skärgård · 🇦🇽 Aland Islands

Sottunga is a small town in Ålands skärgård, Aland Islands with a population of 144. Elevation: 39 ft (12 m). Average temperature: 43°F (6°C).

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
144 Population
39 ft Elevation 12 meters
43°F Avg Temperature 6°C
21.1 in Annual Rain
Europe / Mariehamn Timezone
$52,834 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$52,834 median income, 9.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$600/mo rent
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $52,834
30% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 35.0%
4% higher than US avg
Median Rent $600
48% lower 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

Population144
Median Age44.3 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

C+
Median Income$52,834
Per Capita$52,834
Unemployment9.5%
Poverty0.2%

Housing

A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$600
OwnershipN/A

Health

Obesity21.5%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking14.4%
Depression7.9%

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)
AQI66 (Moderate)
Rain21.1 in/yr
Sunny Days298/yr
Elevation39 ft (12 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband93.5%
Population144
Elevation39 ft (12 m)
Coordinates60.1302°, 20.6668°
TimezoneEurope/Mariehamn
Country🇦🇽 Aland Islands
State / ProvinceÅlands skärgård
Average Temperature43°F (6°C)
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation21.1 inches (537 mm)
Annual Snowfall5.6 inches (14 cm)
Median Household Income$52,834
Median Age44.3 years

Is Sottunga a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sottunga receives an overall livability score of 3.9 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, below-average incomes. Sottunga offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sottunga is $52,834, 30% below the national average of $75,149. 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%.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $600 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

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

Sottunga has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. With 298 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 21.1 inches, including 5.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 66.

Sottunga has a population of 144. The median age is 44.3 years, 14% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.6% female and 49.4% male. 24.0% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 86.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

144
Total Population
44.3yrs
Median Age
14% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Sottunga vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Sottunga vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sottunga is $52,834, which is 30% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $52,834 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 9.5% (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 70, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Sottunga vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$52,834
30% below US avg
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 Living70.00 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $600 (48% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$600
48% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied72.0%
Renter-Occupied28.0%

Property Tax

In Sottunga, 21.5% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 5.3% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 35.9% have high blood pressure. 14.4% are current smokers. 9.5% report binge drinking. 75.4% are physically inactive, above the national average. 7.9% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Sottunga 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

Sottunga has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. The area gets 298 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 21.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 5.6 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 66 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 74% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 39 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average42.5°F
21% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Sunny Days298 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall21.1 inches
44% below US avg
Snowfall5.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median66.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %74.3%

Geography

Elevation39 ft (12 m)
Coordinates60.1302°N, 20.6668°W
TimezoneEurope/Mariehamn

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 29°F (-2°C) 1.5 in
February 26°F (-3°C) 1.0 in Coldest, Driest
March 30°F (-1°C) 1.2 in
April 36°F (2°C) 1.2 in
May 45°F (7°C) 1.0 in
June 54°F (12°C) 1.6 in
July 60°F (16°C) 2.1 in Warmest
August 60°F (16°C) 2.4 in
September 53°F (12°C) 2.3 in
October 45°F (7°C) 2.4 in
November 38°F (3°C) 2.5 in Wettest
December 33°F (0°C) 2.0 in

Sottunga has a seasonal temperature swing of 34°F — from 26°F in February to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 21.1 inches, with November being the wettest month (2.5") and February the driest (1.0").

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. 93.5% 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 Access93.5%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Sottunga

What is the population of Sottunga?

Sottunga has a population of 144 residents and is located in Aland Islands.. The median age of residents is 44.3 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.6% female and 49.4% male.

Is Sottunga expensive to live in?

Sottunga is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 70 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $52,834, 30% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $600 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

What is the weather like in Sottunga?

Sottunga has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 29°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 298 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 21.1 inches, with 5.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 66.

How is the job market in Sottunga?

The job market in Sottunga faces challenges, with unemployment at 9.5% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in Sottunga?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $600.

How are the schools in Sottunga?

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

How healthy is Sottunga?

The obesity rate in Sottunga is 21.5% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 14.4% of adults are smokers. 75.4% are physically inactive. 7.9% of residents report depression.

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