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Sylling, Norway

Buskerud · 🇳🇴 Norway

Sylling is a small town in Buskerud, Norway with a population of 525. Elevation: 394 ft (120 m). Average temperature: 41°F (5°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
525 Population 2,625/sq mi density
394 ft Elevation 120 meters
41°F Avg Temperature 5°C
32.2 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

Population525
Median Age39.8 yrs
Density2,625/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 Temp41°F (5°C)
AQI64 (Moderate)
Rain32.2 in/yr
Sunny Days278/yr
Elevation394 ft (120 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband99.0%
Population525
Population Density2,625 / sq mi
Elevation394 ft (120 m)
Coordinates59.8930°, 10.2911°
TimezoneEurope/Oslo
Country🇳🇴 Norway
State / ProvinceBuskerud
Average Temperature41°F (5°C)
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average60°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation32.2 inches (819 mm)
Annual Snowfall11.5 inches (29 cm)
Median Age39.8 years

Is Sylling a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sylling 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. Sylling 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

Sylling has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. With 278 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 32.2 inches, including 11.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 64.

Sylling has a population of 525 with a density of 2,625 people per square mile, spread across 0.2 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

525
Total Population
2,625
People / sq mi
39.8yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.4%
Female 49.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Sylling vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Sylling vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sylling 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: Sylling 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 Sylling, 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: Sylling 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

Sylling has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. The area gets 278 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 32.2 inches. The area receives 11.5 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 394 feet.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-5°C) 60°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average40.5°F
25% below US avg
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average60°F (15°C)
Sunny Days278 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall32.2 inches
15% below US avg
Snowfall11.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median64.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %75.9%

Geography

Elevation394 ft (120 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²)
Population Density2,625/sq mi
Coordinates59.8930°N, 10.2911°W
TimezoneEurope/Oslo

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 24°F (-5°C) 2.2 in Coldest
February 24°F (-4°C) 1.5 in Driest
March 30°F (-1°C) 2.2 in
April 38°F (3°C) 1.7 in
May 49°F (9°C) 2.1 in
June 56°F (14°C) 3.0 in
July 60°F (15°C) 3.4 in Warmest
August 58°F (14°C) 3.3 in
September 49°F (10°C) 3.5 in
October 41°F (5°C) 3.8 in Wettest
November 32°F (-0°C) 3.4 in
December 26°F (-3°C) 2.2 in

Sylling has a seasonal temperature swing of 36°F — from 24°F in January to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 32.3 inches, with October being the wettest month (3.8") and February 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. 99.0% 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 Density2,625/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access99.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Sylling

What is the population of Sylling?

Sylling has a population of 525 residents and is located in Norway. The population density is 2,625 people per square mile, spread across 0.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 39.8 years. The population is 49.6% female and 50.4% male.

Is Sylling expensive to live in?

Sylling 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 Sylling?

Sylling has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 24°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 278 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 32.2 inches, with 11.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 64.

How is the job market in Sylling?

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

How are the schools in Sylling?

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

How healthy is Sylling?

The obesity rate in Sylling 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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