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Virrat, Finland

Pirkanmaa · 🇫🇮 Finland

Virrat is a small city in Pirkanmaa, Finland with a population of 6,165. Elevation: 417 ft (127 m). Average temperature: 38°F (3°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
6,165 Population
417 ft Elevation 127 meters
38°F Avg Temperature 3°C
23.7 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

Population6,165
Median Age43.1 yrs
DensityN/A
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 Temp38°F (3°C)
AQI66 (Moderate)
Rain23.7 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation417 ft (127 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband93.5%
Population6,165
Elevation417 ft (127 m)
Coordinates62.2476°, 23.7800°
TimezoneEurope/Helsinki
Country🇫🇮 Finland
State / ProvincePirkanmaa
Average Temperature38°F (3°C)
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation23.7 inches (602 mm)
Annual Snowfall9.1 inches (23 cm)
Median Age43.1 years

Is Virrat a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Virrat 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. Virrat 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

Virrat has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F. Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 23.7 inches, including 9.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 66.

Virrat has a population of 6,165. 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

6,165
Total Population
43.1yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Virrat vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Virrat vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Virrat 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: Virrat 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 Virrat, 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: Virrat 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

Virrat has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F (3°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. The area gets 293 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 23.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 9.1 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 417 feet.

Temperature

18°F Jan (-8°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average37.8°F
30% below US avg
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall23.7 inches
38% below US avg
Snowfall9.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median66.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %74.3%

Geography

Elevation417 ft (127 m)
Coordinates62.2476°N, 23.7800°W
TimezoneEurope/Helsinki

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 18°F (-8°C) 1.6 in
February 17°F (-8°C) 1.1 in Coldest, Driest
March 26°F (-4°C) 1.3 in
April 35°F (2°C) 1.3 in
May 48°F (9°C) 1.3 in
June 57°F (14°C) 2.4 in
July 60°F (16°C) 3.2 in Warmest, Wettest
August 56°F (14°C) 3.0 in
September 47°F (8°C) 2.5 in
October 38°F (4°C) 2.2 in
November 29°F (-2°C) 2.1 in
December 22°F (-6°C) 1.7 in

Virrat has a seasonal temperature swing of 43°F — from 17°F in February to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 23.7 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.2") and February the driest (1.1").

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

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access93.5%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Virrat

What is the population of Virrat?

Virrat has a population of 6,165 residents and is located in Finland.. 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 Virrat expensive to live in?

Virrat 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 Virrat?

Virrat has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F (3°C). Winter temperatures average 18°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 293 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 23.7 inches, with 9.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 66.

How is the job market in Virrat?

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

How are the schools in Virrat?

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

How healthy is Virrat?

The obesity rate in Virrat 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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