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Våge, Norway

Vestland · 🇳🇴 Norway

Våge is a small town in Vestland, Norway with a population of 513. Elevation: 3 ft (1 m). Average temperature: 44°F (7°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
513 Population
3 ft Elevation 1 meters
44°F Avg Temperature 7°C
101.6 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

Population513
Median Age39.8 yrs
DensityN/A
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 Temp44°F (7°C)
AQI64 (Moderate)
Rain101.6 in/yr
Sunny Days152/yr
Elevation3 ft (1 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband99.0%
Population513
Elevation3 ft (1 m)
Coordinates60.0435°, 5.5227°
TimezoneEurope/Oslo
Country🇳🇴 Norway
State / ProvinceVestland
Average Temperature44°F (7°C)
January Average33°F (1°C)
July Average56°F (13°C)
Annual Precipitation101.6 inches (2,580 mm)
Annual Snowfall38.7 inches (98 cm)
Median Age39.8 years

Is Våge a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Våge receives an overall livability score of 4.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include a highly educated population, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Våge 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

Våge has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 56°F in July. With 152 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Annual precipitation totals 101.6 inches, including 38.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 64.

Våge has a population of 513. 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

513
Total Population
39.8yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 50.4%
Female 49.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Våge vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Våge vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Våge 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: Våge 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 Våge, 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: Våge 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

Våge has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 56°F in July. The area gets 152 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 101.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 38.7 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. 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 3 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

33°F Jan (1°C) 56°F Jul (13°C)
Annual Average43.7°F
19% below US avg
January Average33°F (1°C)
July Average56°F (13°C)
Sunny Days152 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall101.6 inches
167% above US avg
Snowfall38.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median64.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %75.9%

Geography

Elevation3 ft (1 m)
Coordinates60.0435°N, 5.5227°W
TimezoneEurope/Oslo

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temp Precipitation
Jan 33°F (1°C)
10.0"
Feb 33°F (0°C)
8.1"
Mar 36°F (2°C)
8.1"
Apr 40°F (5°C)
4.7"
May 48°F (9°C)
4.4"
Jun 53°F (12°C)
5.2"
Jul 56°F (13°C)
6.3"
Aug 56°F (13°C)
8.0"
Sep 51°F (10°C)
11.4"
Oct 45°F (7°C)
11.7"
Nov 38°F (4°C)
11.3"
Dec 35°F (2°C)
12.5"

The warmest month is July at 56°F, while the coldest is February at 33°F — a seasonal swing of 24°F. December sees the most rain (12.5"), while May is the driest (4.4").

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

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access99.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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