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Statistics About The Average Icelandic Woman

The average Icelandic woman is approximately 34 years old, has completed 12 years of education, and has a life expectancy of around 84 years.

Last Updated: June 18, 2024

Written & Summarized by: Jannik Lindner

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In this post, we present a comprehensive overview of various statistics concerning the average Icelandic woman’s lifestyle, demographics, and habits. From marriage and motherhood to work hours, dietary patterns, and health behaviors, these data points offer insights into the everyday realities of women in Iceland.

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"Icelandic women on average have their first child by the age of 27."

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"The average age of an Icelandic woman getting married for the first time is around 33 years."

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"An average Icelandic woman works 36 hours a week."

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"The average Icelandic woman spends 26% of her day doing unpaid work."

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"About 38% of the average Icelandic woman's daily energy intake comes from fat."

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"An average Icelandic woman gets around 6.98 hours of sleep per day."

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"About 81.9% of Icelandic women over 15 years old participate in their country's labor market."

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"An average Icelandic woman has an alcohol consumption level of 7.6 liters per year."

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"The average age of an Icelandic woman at first menstruation is 13.5 years."

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"Almost half (44%) of Icelandic women between 18-29 years old smoke cigarettes."

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"The average Icelandic woman has 2.1 children."

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"57% of university students in Iceland are women."

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"The average Icelandic woman lives 5.1 years longer than the average Icelandic man."

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"The median monthly earnings of an average Icelandic woman is ISK 700,000."

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"24% of women in Iceland smoke daily compared to 20% of men."

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"Just over half (52.7%) of women in Iceland between the ages of 16 and 74 commute to work by car."

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"Icelandic women, on average, read around 8.6 books per year."

Overall, Icelandic women exhibit a unique combination of characteristics and behaviors that provide insight into their lifestyle and societal roles. The statistics show that Icelandic women tend to have children at a relatively young age, engage actively in the workforce, prioritize health and wellness with a decent amount of sleep, and have a longer life expectancy compared to men. However, there are also areas of concern such as high rates of cigarette smoking among young women and disparities in earnings and commuting habits. These findings shed light on the complexity of Icelandic women’s lives and underscore the need for continued research and policy efforts to support their well-being and advancement in various aspects of society.