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Halden
City in Østfold, Norway
Overview
Halden is a scenic border city in southeastern Norway, famed for its imposing Fredriksten Fortress and serene fjord setting. Blending historical charm with modern amenities, Halden offers a laid-back vibe ideal for both cultural explorers and nature enthusiasts.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Norway
County
Østfold
Population
32,038
Time Zone
Europe/Oslo
Coordinates
59.12°, 11.39°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
92
Female Safety
93
LGBTQ+ Safety
87
Traffic Safety
92
Food Safety
100
Monthly Cost
$2,700
Local Cost
$1,480
Local Income
$3,300
Cashless
97
English
90
Temperature
7.3°C
Summer Avg
16.1°C
Winter Avg
-1.0°C
Record High
30.1°C
Record Low
-20.3°C
Humidity
87%
Precipitation
990 mm
Internet Speed
173 Mbps
Upload
120 Mbps
Latency
7 ms
City Vibrancy
34
Coworking
0
Cafes
5
Nightlife
7
Parks
22
Transport
100
Walk Score
100
Footways
664.0
Airport
—
Distance
—
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Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 53 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-06.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 72/100.
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