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Stykkishólmur, Iceland

West · 🇮🇸 Iceland

Stykkishólmur is a small town in West, Iceland with a population of 1,108. Average temperature: 39°F (4°C).

4.4 /5.0
A Great
1,108 Population 11/sq mi density
39°F Avg Temperature 4°C
29.1 in Annual Rain
Atlantic / Reykjavik Timezone
$77,000 Median Income
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$77,000 median income
A+
Education
4.6 / 5.0
45.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $77,000
2% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 45.0%
34% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 21.2%
34% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.5%
72% lower than US avg

People

Population1,108
Median Age37.1 yrs
Density11/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%

Economy

A
Median Income$77,000
Per Capita$82,139
UnemploymentN/A
Poverty3.5%

Health

Obesity21.2%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking6.8%
Depression13.0%

Climate

Avg Temp39°F (4°C)
AQI7 (Good)
Rain29.1 in/yr
Sunny Days283/yr

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband99.8%
Population1,108
Population Density11 / sq mi
Coordinates65.0754°, -22.7298°
TimezoneAtlantic/Reykjavik
Country🇮🇸 Iceland
State / ProvinceWest
Average Temperature39°F (4°C)
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average50°F (10°C)
Annual Precipitation29.1 inches (740 mm)
Annual Snowfall16.8 inches (43 cm)
Median Household Income$77,000
Median Age37.1 years

Is Stykkishólmur a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Stykkishólmur receives an overall livability score of 4.4 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. Stykkishólmur stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Stykkishólmur is $77,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Only 3.5% 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

Stykkishólmur has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 50°F in July. With 283 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 29.1 inches, including 16.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 7.

Stykkishólmur has a population of 1,108 with a density of 11 people per square mile, spread across 98.1 square miles. The median age is 37.1 years, 5% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 48.8% female and 51.2% male. 19.0% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 90.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,108
Total Population
11
People / sq mi
37.1yrs
Median Age
5% below US avg
98.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.2%
Female 48.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Stykkishólmur vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Stykkishólmur vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Stykkishólmur is $77,000, which is 2% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $82,139 (above the $39,052 national figure). 3.5% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 102.1, roughly in line with the national average.

Income: Stykkishólmur vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$77,000
2% above US avg
Per Capita Income$82,139

Employment & Poverty

Poverty Rate3.5%
72% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living102.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Stykkishólmur, 21.2% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 5.9% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 27.5% have high blood pressure. 6.8% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 8.2% report binge drinking. 80.3% are physically inactive, above the national average. 13.0% report depression (below the 20.0% national average). 11.4% experience frequent mental distress.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity21.2%
34% below US avg
Diabetes5.9%
High Blood Pressure27.5%
COPD0.0%
Kidney Disease0.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking6.8%
51% below US avg
Binge Drinking8.2%
Physical Inactivity80.3%
Depression13.0%
Mental Distress11.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.0%
Premature Death85/100K

Food & Exercise

Stykkishólmur has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 50°F in July. The area gets 283 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 29.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 16.8 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 7 — among the cleanest air in the country. 94% of days have good air quality.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 50°F Jul (10°C)
Annual Average38.6°F
29% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average50°F (10°C)
Sunny Days283 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall29.1 inches
23% below US avg
Snowfall16.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median7.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.6%

Geography

Area98.1 sq mi (254.0 km²)
Population Density11/sq mi
Coordinates65.0754°N, 22.7298°W
TimezoneAtlantic/Reykjavik

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 30°F (-1°C) 3.0 in Coldest
February 31°F (-1°C) 3.0 in
March 31°F (-1°C) 3.2 in Wettest
April 35°F (2°C) 1.9 in
May 41°F (5°C) 1.6 in
June 46°F (8°C) 1.5 in Driest
July 50°F (10°C) 1.6 in Warmest
August 50°F (10°C) 2.2 in
September 45°F (7°C) 2.2 in
October 39°F (4°C) 3.1 in
November 34°F (1°C) 2.8 in
December 31°F (-0°C) 3.0 in

Stykkishólmur has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F — from 30°F in January to 50°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 29.1 inches, with March being the wettest month (3.2") and June the driest (1.5").

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. 99.8% of households have broadband internet access (above the 90.0% national rate).

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 Density11/sq mi
Total Area98.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access99.8%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Stykkishólmur

What is the population of Stykkishólmur?

Stykkishólmur has a population of 1,108 residents and is located in Iceland. The population density is 11 people per square mile, spread across 98.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 37.1 years. The population is 48.8% female and 51.2% male.

Is Stykkishólmur expensive to live in?

Stykkishólmur has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 102.1 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $77,000, 2% above the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in Stykkishólmur?

Stykkishólmur has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 30°F in January, while summers reach an average of 50°F in July. The area receives 283 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 29.1 inches, with 16.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 7.

How is the job market in Stykkishólmur?

How are the schools in Stykkishólmur?

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

How healthy is Stykkishólmur?

The obesity rate in Stykkishólmur is 21.2% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 6.8% of adults are smokers. 80.3% are physically inactive. 13.0% of residents report depression.

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