Aberdeen, United Kingdom
Scotland · United Kingdom
Aberdeen is a large city in Scotland, United Kingdom with a population of 198,590. Elevation: 43 ft (13 m). Average temperature: 46°F (8°C).
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| Population | 198,590 |
| Population Density | 7,899 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 43 ft (13 m) |
| Coordinates | 57.1437°, -2.0981° |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
| Country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| State / Province | Scotland |
| Average Temperature | 46°F (8°C) |
| January Average | 36°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 58°F (14°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 30.9 inches (786 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $50,825 |
| Median Age | 40.6 years |
About Aberdeen
Aberdeen is a large city in United Kingdom (Scotland) with a population of 198,590. The city sits at an elevation of 43 feet (13 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 46°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 36°F in January to 58°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 30.9 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.
Population
Gender Distribution
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Aberdeen vs United Kingdom Average
Income: Aberdeen vs United Kingdom
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $50,825 |
| 32% below United Kingdom avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $50,825 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $977 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 4.8% |
| 32% above United Kingdom avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 295 |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 95 |
| Healthcare | 32 |
| Retail | 13 |
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 60.0% |
| Public Transit | 18.0% |
| Work from Home | 24.0% |
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $178,855 |
| 37% below United Kingdom avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,271 |
| 9% above United Kingdom avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 65.0% |
| Owner-Occupied | 65.0% |
| Renter-Occupied | 35.0% |
| Housing Units | 79,436 |
Property Tax
Climate in Aberdeen
Aberdeen has an average annual temperature of 8.7°C (48°F). The hottest month is Jul (14.6°C), the coldest is Jan (3.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 836 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 46.2°F |
| 14% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 36°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 58°F (14°C) |
| Sunny Days | 280 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 43 ft (13 m) |
| Area | 25.1 sq mi (65.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 7,899/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 57.1437°N, 2.0981°W |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 36°F (2°C) | 3.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 37°F (3°C) | 2.1 in | |
| March | 41°F (5°C) | 2.3 in | |
| April | 44°F (7°C) | 2.1 in | Driest |
| May | 49°F (10°C) | 2.1 in | |
| June | 54°F (12°C) | 2.2 in | |
| July | 58°F (14°C) | 2.4 in | Warmest |
| August | 57°F (14°C) | 2.6 in | |
| September | 53°F (12°C) | 2.8 in | |
| October | 47°F (9°C) | 3.2 in | Wettest |
| November | 41°F (5°C) | 3.2 in | |
| December | 37°F (3°C) | 2.9 in |
Aberdeen has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 36°F in January to 58°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 31.0 inches, with October being the wettest month (3.2") and April the driest (2.1").
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 50.0% |
| 48% above United Kingdom avg | |
| High School+ | 84.0% |
Area & Infrastructure
| Population Density | 7,899/sq mi |
| Total Area | 25.1 sq mi |
Services
| Healthcare Facilities | 32 |
| Restaurants | 95 |
| Retail Stores | 13 |
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 60.0% |
| Public Transit | 18.0% |
| Work from Home | 24.0% |
Colleges & Universities in Aberdeen
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| North East Scotland College - Aberdeen Altens Campus | College | — | Visit → |
| North East Scotland College - Aberdeen City Campus | College | — | Visit → |
| North East Scotland College - Aberdeen Clinterty Campus | College | — | — |
| North East Scotland College - Ellon Learning Centre | College | — | — |
| North East Scotland College - Inverurie Learning Centre | College | — | — |
| Robert Gordon University | University | 1992 | Visit → |
| SRUC - Aberdeen Campus | College | — | Visit → |
| SRUC – Mill of Craibstone | College | — | — |
| SRUC – Sunnybrae Farm | College | — | — |
| University of Aberdeen | University | 1495 | Visit → |
| University of Aberdeen - Foresterhill Campus | University | — | — |
| University of Aberdeen Foresterhill Campus Outline | University | — | — |
Schools in Aberdeen
105+ public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Broomhill Primary and Nursery | — | — | — | — |
| Scotstown School | — | — | — | — |
| Bramble Brae School | — | — | — | — |
| Seaton School | — | — | — | — |
| Ashley Road School | — | — | — | — |
| Tullos School | — | — | — | — |
| Greyhope School and Community Hub | — | — | — | — |
| Northfield Academy | — | — | — | — |
| Sunnybank School | — | — | — | — |
| Riverbank School | — | — | — | — |
| Manor Park School | — | — | — | — |
| Woodside School | — | — | — | — |
| Kittybrewster School | — | — | — | — |
| Albyn School | — | — | — | — |
| St. Peter's RC School | — | — | — | — |
| Cornhill School | — | — | — | — |
| Broomhill School | — | — | — | — |
| Ferryhill School | — | — | — | — |
| Quarryhill School | — | — | — | — |
| Holy Family RC School | — | — | — | — |
| Hanover Street School | — | — | — | — |
| Mile End School | — | — | — | — |
| St Joseph's RC School | — | — | — | — |
| Muirfield School | — | — | — | — |
| Gilcomstoun School | — | — | — | — |
| Harlaw Academy | — | — | — | — |
| St. Margaret's School for Girls | — | — | — | — |
| Skene Square School | — | — | — | — |
| Walker Road School | — | — | — | — |
| Robert Gordon's College | — | — | — | — |
| Links Nursery and Hub | — | — | — | — |
| Aberdeen Grammar School | — | — | — | — |
| Ashgrove Children's Centre | — | — | — | — |
| St Machar Academy | — | — | — | — |
| Broomhill Primary and Nursery | — | — | — | — |
| Bridge of Don Academy | — | — | — | — |
| Braehead School | — | — | — | — |
| Scotstown School | — | — | — | — |
| Greenbrae School | — | — | — | — |
| Glashieburn School | — | — | — | — |
| Middleton Park School | — | — | — | — |
| Oldmachar Academy | — | — | — | — |
| Forehill Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Bramble Brae School | — | — | — | — |
| Cults Academy | — | — | — | — |
| Hazlehead School | — | — | — | — |
| Hazlehead Academy | — | — | — | — |
| Seaton School | — | — | — | — |
| Old Stoneywood School | — | — | — | — |
| Ashley Road School | — | — | — | — |
| Tullos School | — | — | — | — |
| Greyhope School and Community Hub | — | — | — | — |
| Abbotswell School | — | — | — | — |
| Northfield Academy | — | — | — | — |
| Dyce School | — | — | — | — |
| Sunnybank School | — | — | — | — |
| Dyce Academy | — | — | — | — |
| Riverbank School | — | — | — | — |
| Fernielea School | — | — | — | — |
| Manor Park School | — | — | — | — |
| Woodside School | — | — | — | — |
| Heathryburn School | — | — | — | — |
| Kittybrewster School | — | — | — | — |
| Albyn School | — | — | — | — |
| St. Peter's RC School | — | — | — | — |
| Cornhill School | — | — | — | — |
| Loirston School | — | — | — | — |
| Charleston School | — | — | — | — |
| Kaimhill School | — | — | — | — |
| Broomhill School | — | — | — | — |
| Airyhall School | — | — | — | — |
| Ferryhill School | — | — | — | — |
| Kingsford School | — | — | — | — |
| Quarryhill School | — | — | — | — |
| Holy Family RC School | — | — | — | — |
| Westpark School | — | — | — | — |
| Hanover Street School | — | — | — | — |
| Mile End School | — | — | — | — |
| Portlethen Academy | — | — | — | — |
| Banchory-Devenick School | — | — | — | — |
| St Joseph's RC School | — | — | — | — |
| Muirfield School | — | — | — | — |
| Danestone Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Gilcomstoun School | — | — | — | — |
| Kingswells Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Brimmond School | — | — | — | — |
| Harlaw Academy | — | — | — | — |
| St. Margaret's School for Girls | — | — | — | — |
| Camphill Rudolf Steiner Schools | — | — | — | — |
| International School of Aberdeen | — | — | — | — |
| Skene Square School | — | — | — | — |
| Cults Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Walker Road School | — | — | — | — |
| Hillside School | — | — | — | — |
| Orchard Brae School | — | — | — | — |
| Robert Gordon's College | — | — | — | — |
| Links Nursery and Hub | — | — | — | — |
| Portlethen Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Hazelwood School | — | — | — | — |
| Kirkhill School | — | — | — | — |
| Aberdeen Grammar School | — | — | — | — |
| Ashgrove Children's Centre | — | — | — | — |
| Camphill School Aberdeen | — | — | — | — |
| Countesswells School | — | — | — | — |
| Milltimber School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Aberdeen
6 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greatest Hits Non-Stop | — | MP3 160 kbps | |
| NOW Radio 80s | 80's, 80s | MP3 | |
| Radio North Angus | — | MP3 48 kbps | |
| Mearns FM | — | MP3 96 kbps | |
| Pure Beat Radio | — | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Original 106 | adult contemporary, pop music | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Aberdeen
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aberdeen Art Gallery | ||||
| Aberdeen Art Gallery | ||||
| Aberdeen Maritime Museum | ||||
| Aberdeen Maritime Museum | ||||
| Aberdeen Maritime Museum | ||||
| Aberdeen Science Centre | ||||
| Aberdeen Science Centre | ||||
| Aberdeen Treasure Hub | ||||
| Aberdeen Treasure Hub | ||||
| Blairs Museum | ||||
| Blairs Museum | ||||
| Forvie National Nature Reserve Visitor Centre | ||||
| King's Museum | ||||
| King's Museum | ||||
| Pitmedden Garden & Museum of Farming Life | ||||
| Provost Skene's House | ||||
| Provost Skene's House | ||||
| Tarves Heritage Project | ||||
| The Gordon Highlanders Museum | ||||
| The Gordon Highlanders Museum | ||||
| Tolbooth Museum | ||||
| Tolbooth Museum | ||||
| Tolbooth Museum | ||||
| Zoology Museum | ||||
| Zoology Museum |
Libraries in Aberdeen
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Advocates Library and Committee Room | 0.0 | |||||
| Airyhall Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Balmedie Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bridge of Don Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bucksburn Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Carnegie Library | 0.0 | |||||
| City of Aberdeen Central Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Cove Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Cults Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Dyce Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Ellon Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Kincorth Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Mastrick Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Newmachar Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Newtonhill Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Northfield Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Peterculter Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Portlethen Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Sir Duncan Rice Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Stonehaven Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Taylor Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Taylor Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Tillydrone Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Tillydrone Library | 0.0 | |||||
| University Library | 0.0 | |||||
| University of Aberdeen Medical Library | 0.0 | |||||
| University of Aberdeen Medical Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Westhill Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Woodside Library | 0.0 |
Hotels in Aberdeen
31 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Aberdeen
118 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Aberdeen
109 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Aberdeen
2 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Aberdeen
7 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Aberdeen
4 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theme Parks in Aberdeen
1 theme parks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Aberdeen
18 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Aberdeen
21 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Aberdeen
4 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Aberdeen
1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Aberdeen
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Aberdeen
10 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Aberdeen
17 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Aberdeen
7 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Aberdeen
16 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Aberdeen
2 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Aberdeen
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brewdog DogTap | ||||
| House of Botanicals | ||||
| House of Botanicals |
Stadiums & Teams in Aberdeen
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
| Balmoral Stadium | ||
| Pittodrie Stadium |
Ski Resorts Near Aberdeen
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Garthdee Ski Centre | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Aberdeen
15 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Aberdeen International Airport | ABZ | Large Airport |
| Aboyne Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Baldardo Field | — | Small Airport |
| Boyndie Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Easter Nether Cabra Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Forfar Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Hatton Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Insch Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Laurencekirk | — | Small Airport |
| Longside Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Montrose Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Netherley Private Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Old Meldrum | — | Small Airport |
| Pittodrie-House | — | Small Airport |
| Whiterashes Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Aberdeen
22 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Aberdeen St Nicholas Post Office | |
| Aberdeen St Nicholas Post Office | |
| Berryden Post Office | |
| Berryden Post Office | |
| Clifton Road Post Office | |
| Clifton Road Post Office | |
| Crown Street Post Office | |
| Crown Street Post Office | |
| Cults Post Office | |
| DX | |
| DX | |
| Dyce Post Office | |
| Faulds Gate Post Office | |
| Holburn Street Post Office | |
| Holburn Street Post Office | |
| Kingswells Post Office | |
| Mastrick Post Office | |
| Northfield Post Office | |
| Seafield Post Office | |
| Summerhill Post Office | |
| Tillydrone Post Office | |
| Tillydrone Post Office |
Treatment Centers in Aberdeen
2 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Alcohol & Drugs Action | ||
| Timmermarket Clinic |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Aberdeen
162 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Aberdeen Bon-Accord Spiritualist Church | |
| Aberdeen Christian Fellowship | |
| Aberdeen Christian Fellowship | |
| Aberdeen Gurudwara | |
| Aberdeen Hebrew Congregation Synagogue | |
| Aberdeen Hillside Parish Church | |
| Aberdeen Hillside Parish Church | |
| Aberdeen Methodist Church | |
| Aberdeen Methodist Church | |
| Aberdeen Mosque & Islamic Centre | |
| Aberdeen Quaker Meeting House | |
| Aberdeen Quaker Meeting House | |
| Aberdeen Seventh-day Adventist Church | |
| Aberdeen Seventh-day Adventist Church | |
| Alford Place Church | |
| Alford Place Church | |
| Banchory Devenick Parish Church | |
| Bon Accord Free Church | |
| Bon Accord Free Church | |
| Brimmond Church |
Quick Facts
Around Aberdeen
Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Aberdeen
84 places within 15 km
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- + 78 more
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Aberdeen
What is the population of Aberdeen?
Aberdeen has a population of 198,590 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 7,899 people per square mile, spread across 25.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.6 years. The population is 50.5% female and 49.5% male.
Is Aberdeen expensive to live in?
The median household income is $50,825, 32% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $178,855 (37% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,271 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.
What is the weather like in Aberdeen?
Aberdeen has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 36°F in January, while summers reach an average of 58°F in July. The area receives 280 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 30.9 inches.
How is the job market in Aberdeen?
Aberdeen has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.8%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $977. There are 295 business establishments in the area, including 95 restaurants and food service locations.
How much does housing cost in Aberdeen?
The median home value in Aberdeen is $178,855. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,271. The homeownership rate is 65.0%.
How are the schools in Aberdeen?
50.0% of adults in Aberdeen hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 84.0% have completed high school.
What are the demographics of Aberdeen?
90% of residents speak only English at home.
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