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Voisalmi, Finland

South Karelia · 🇫🇮 Finland

Voisalmi is a small town in South Karelia, Finland with a population of 2,472. Elevation: 266 ft (81 m). Average temperature: 39°F (4°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
2,472 Population
266 ft Elevation 81 meters
39°F Avg Temperature 4°C
25.0 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

Population2,472
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 Temp39°F (4°C)
AQI66 (Moderate)
Rain25.0 in/yr
Sunny Days291/yr
Elevation266 ft (81 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband93.5%
Population2,472
Elevation266 ft (81 m)
Coordinates61.0818°, 28.1502°
TimezoneEurope/Helsinki
Country🇫🇮 Finland
State / ProvinceSouth Karelia
Average Temperature39°F (4°C)
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation25.0 inches (635 mm)
Annual Snowfall9.5 inches (24 cm)
Median Age43.1 years

Is Voisalmi a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Voisalmi 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. Voisalmi 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

Voisalmi has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F. Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. With 291 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 25.0 inches, including 9.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 66.

Voisalmi has a population of 2,472. 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

2,472
Total Population
43.1yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Voisalmi vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Voisalmi vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Voisalmi 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: Voisalmi 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 Voisalmi, 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: Voisalmi 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

Voisalmi has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. The area gets 291 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 25.0 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 9.5 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 266 feet.

Temperature

18°F Jan (-8°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average39.1°F
28% below US avg
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days291 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall25.0 inches
34% below US avg
Snowfall9.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median66.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %74.3%

Geography

Elevation266 ft (81 m)
Coordinates61.0818°N, 28.1502°W
TimezoneEurope/Helsinki

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 18°F (-8°C) 1.7 in
February 17°F (-8°C) 1.3 in Coldest
March 27°F (-3°C) 1.6 in
April 37°F (3°C) 1.3 in
May 50°F (10°C) 1.2 in Driest
June 59°F (15°C) 2.1 in
July 63°F (17°C) 2.6 in Warmest
August 59°F (15°C) 3.1 in Wettest
September 49°F (10°C) 2.6 in
October 39°F (4°C) 2.6 in
November 30°F (-1°C) 2.6 in
December 22°F (-5°C) 2.3 in

Voisalmi has a seasonal temperature swing of 45°F — from 17°F in February to 63°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 25.0 inches, with August being the wettest month (3.1") and May the driest (1.2").

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 Voisalmi

What is the population of Voisalmi?

Voisalmi has a population of 2,472 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 Voisalmi expensive to live in?

Voisalmi 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 Voisalmi?

Voisalmi has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 18°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 291 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 25.0 inches, with 9.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 66.

How is the job market in Voisalmi?

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

How are the schools in Voisalmi?

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

How healthy is Voisalmi?

The obesity rate in Voisalmi 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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