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Västanfjärd, Finland

Southwest Finland · 🇫🇮 Finland

Västanfjärd is a small town in Southwest Finland, Finland with a population of 783. Elevation: 49 ft (15 m). Average temperature: 42°F (5°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
783 Population 21/sq mi density
49 ft Elevation 15 meters
42°F Avg Temperature 5°C
27.0 in Annual Rain
Europe / Helsinki Timezone
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 35.0%
4% higher 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

Population783
Median Age43.1 yrs
Density21/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$52,834
Unemployment9.5%
Poverty0.2%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (5°C)
AQI66 (Moderate)
Rain27.0 in/yr
Sunny Days287/yr
Elevation49 ft (15 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband93.5%
Population783
Population Density21 / sq mi
Elevation49 ft (15 m)
Coordinates60.0500°, 22.6833°
TimezoneEurope/Helsinki
Country🇫🇮 Finland
State / ProvinceSouthwest Finland
Average Temperature42°F (5°C)
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation27.0 inches (686 mm)
Annual Snowfall11.0 inches (28 cm)
Median Age43.1 years

Is Västanfjärd a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Västanfjärd receives an overall livability score of 3.8 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. Västanfjärd offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

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%.

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

Västanfjärd has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. With 287 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 27.0 inches, including 11.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 66.

Västanfjärd has a population of 783 with a density of 21 people per square mile, spread across 37.3 square miles. The median age is 43.1 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.6% female and 49.4% male. 23.2% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 86.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

783
Total Population
21
People / sq mi
43.1yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg
37.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Västanfjärd vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Västanfjärd vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Västanfjärd is N/A. 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 81.3, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Västanfjärd vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

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 Living81.30 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Västanfjärd, 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: Västanfjärd 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

Västanfjärd has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. The area gets 287 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 27.0 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 11.0 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 49 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average41.8°F
23% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days287 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall27.0 inches
29% below US avg
Snowfall11.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median66.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %74.3%

Geography

Elevation49 ft (15 m)
Area37.3 sq mi (96.6 km²)
Population Density21/sq mi
Coordinates60.0500°N, 22.6833°W
TimezoneEurope/Helsinki

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 25°F (-4°C) 2.0 in
February 23°F (-5°C) 1.5 in Coldest
March 29°F (-2°C) 1.6 in
April 38°F (3°C) 1.5 in
May 49°F (9°C) 1.3 in Driest
June 58°F (14°C) 1.8 in
July 62°F (17°C) 2.7 in Warmest
August 60°F (16°C) 3.0 in
September 51°F (11°C) 2.6 in
October 43°F (6°C) 3.1 in
November 35°F (2°C) 3.2 in Wettest
December 29°F (-2°C) 2.7 in

Västanfjärd has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F — from 23°F in February to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 27.0 inches, with November being the wettest month (3.2") and May the driest (1.3").

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

Population Density21/sq mi
Total Area37.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access93.5%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Västanfjärd

What is the population of Västanfjärd?

Västanfjärd has a population of 783 residents and is located in Finland. The population density is 21 people per square mile, spread across 37.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 43.1 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.6% female and 49.4% male.

Is Västanfjärd expensive to live in?

Västanfjärd is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 81.3 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Västanfjärd?

Västanfjärd has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 25°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 287 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 27.0 inches, with 11.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 66.

How is the job market in Västanfjärd?

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

How are the schools in Västanfjärd?

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

How healthy is Västanfjärd?

The obesity rate in Västanfjärd 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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