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Taastrup, Denmark

Capital Region · 🇩🇰 Denmark

Taastrup is a mid-size city in Capital Region, Denmark with a population of 35,238. Elevation: 49 ft (15 m). Average temperature: 47°F (8°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
35,238 Population 1,164/sq mi density
49 ft Elevation 15 meters
47°F Avg Temperature 8°C
24.2 in Annual Rain
Europe / Copenhagen 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 13.3%
59% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.5%
54% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.4%
97% lower than US avg

People

Population35,238
Median Age42.0 yrs
Density1,164/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$68,044
Unemployment5.5%
Poverty0.4%

Health

Obesity13.3%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking12.6%
Depression7.6%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
AQI11 (Good)
Rain24.2 in/yr
Sunny Days292/yr
Elevation49 ft (15 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband98.8%
Population35,238
Population Density1,164 / sq mi
Elevation49 ft (15 m)
Coordinates55.6501°, 12.3016°
TimezoneEurope/Copenhagen
Country🇩🇰 Denmark
State / ProvinceCapital Region
Average Temperature47°F (8°C)
January Average33°F (1°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation24.2 inches (615 mm)
Annual Snowfall5.4 inches (14 cm)
Median Age42.0 years

Is Taastrup a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Taastrup 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. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Taastrup stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The unemployment rate of 5.5% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 0.4% 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

Taastrup experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. With 292 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 24.2 inches, including 5.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 11.

Taastrup has a population of 35,238 with a density of 1,164 people per square mile. The median age is 42.0 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

35,238
Total Population
1,164
People / sq mi
42.0yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg
30.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Taastrup vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Taastrup vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Taastrup is N/A. The unemployment rate is 5.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.4% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Taastrup vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$68,044

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.5%
54% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.4%
97% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living86.70 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Taastrup, 13.3% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 12.6% are current smokers. 7.6% report depression. 84.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity13.3%
59% below US avg
Diabetes4.3%
High Blood Pressure35.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.6%
10% below US avg
Binge Drinking10.0%
Physical Inactivity84.5%
Depression7.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.0%

Food & Exercise

Taastrup has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. Annual precipitation is 24.2 inches. The area enjoys 292 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 11.

Temperature

33°F Jan (1°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average47.0°F
13% below US avg
January Average33°F (1°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days292 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall24.2 inches
36% below US avg
Snowfall5.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median11.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.8%

Geography

Elevation49 ft (15 m)
Area30.3 sq mi (78.4 km²)
Population Density1,164/sq mi
Coordinates55.6501°N, 12.3016°W
TimezoneEurope/Copenhagen
45.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (34% above US avg). 98.8% of households have broadband internet.

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 Density1,164/sq mi
Total Area30.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access98.8%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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