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Þorlákshöfn, Iceland

South · 🇮🇸 Iceland

Þorlákshöfn is a small town in South, Iceland with a population of 2,037. Elevation: 20 ft (6 m). Average temperature: 39°F (4°C).

4.4 /5.0
A Great
2,037 Population
20 ft Elevation 6 meters
39°F Avg Temperature 4°C
51.3 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
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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

Population2,037
Median Age37.1 yrs
DensityN/A
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)
Rain51.3 in/yr
Sunny Days243/yr
Elevation20 ft (6 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband99.8%
Population2,037
Elevation20 ft (6 m)
Coordinates63.8559°, -21.3834°
TimezoneAtlantic/Reykjavik
Country🇮🇸 Iceland
State / ProvinceSouth
Average Temperature39°F (4°C)
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average51°F (11°C)
Annual Precipitation51.3 inches (1,303 mm)
Annual Snowfall24.8 inches (63 cm)
Median Household Income$77,000
Median Age37.1 years

Is Þorlákshöfn a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Þorlákshöfn 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. Þorlákshöfn stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Þorlákshöfn 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

Þorlákshöfn has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 51°F in July. The area gets 243 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 51.3 inches, including 24.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 7.

Þorlákshöfn has a population of 2,037. 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

2,037
Total Population
37.1yrs
Median Age
5% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 51.2%
Female 48.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Þorlákshöfn vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Þorlákshöfn vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Þorlákshöfn 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: Þorlákshöfn 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 Þorlákshöfn, 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).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity21.2%
34% below US avg
Diabetes5.9%
High Blood Pressure27.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

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

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.0%

Food & Exercise

Þorlákshöfn has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 51°F in July. The area gets 243 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 51.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 24.8 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. The city sits at an elevation of 20 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 51°F Jul (11°C)
Annual Average39.1°F
28% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average51°F (11°C)
Sunny Days243 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.3 inches
35% above US avg
Snowfall24.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median7.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.6%

Geography

Elevation20 ft (6 m)
Coordinates63.8559°N, 21.3834°W
TimezoneAtlantic/Reykjavik

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 30°F (-1°C) 4.7 in Coldest
February 31°F (-1°C) 5.2 in Wettest
March 32°F (-0°C) 5.2 in
April 36°F (2°C) 3.5 in
May 43°F (6°C) 3.4 in
June 48°F (9°C) 3.1 in Driest
July 51°F (11°C) 3.2 in Warmest
August 50°F (10°C) 4.3 in
September 45°F (7°C) 4.1 in
October 39°F (4°C) 5.0 in
November 33°F (1°C) 4.7 in
December 30°F (-1°C) 5.0 in

Þorlákshöfn has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F — from 30°F in January to 51°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 51.3 inches, with February being the wettest month (5.2") and June the driest (3.1").

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

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access99.8%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Þorlákshöfn

What is the population of Þorlákshöfn?

Þorlákshöfn has a population of 2,037 residents and is located in Iceland.. The median age of residents is 37.1 years. The population is 48.8% female and 51.2% male.

Is Þorlákshöfn expensive to live in?

Þorlákshöfn 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 Þorlákshöfn?

Þorlákshöfn 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 51°F in July. The area receives 243 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 51.3 inches, with 24.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 7.

How is the job market in Þorlákshöfn?

How are the schools in Þorlákshöfn?

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

How healthy is Þorlákshöfn?

The obesity rate in Þorlákshöfn 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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