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Alcanó, Spain

Catalonia · 🇪🇸 Spain

Alcanó is a small town in Catalonia, Spain with a population of 251. Elevation: 725 ft (221 m). Average temperature: 58°F (15°C).

4.4 /5.0
A Great
251 Population
725 ft Elevation 221 meters
58°F Avg Temperature 15°C
16.9 in Annual Rain
Europe / Madrid Timezone
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Education
4.4 / 5.0
42.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 42.2%
25% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 15.7%
51% lower than US avg
Unemployment 10.4%
188% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.8%
94% lower than US avg

People

Population251
Median Age44.9 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$33,493
Unemployment10.4%
Poverty0.8%

Health

Obesity15.7%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking26.2%
Depression9.4%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (15°C)
AQI60 (Moderate)
Rain16.9 in/yr
Sunny Days305/yr
Elevation725 ft (221 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+42.2%
High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband95.5%
Population251
Elevation725 ft (221 m)
Coordinates41.4806°, 0.6166°
TimezoneEurope/Madrid
Country🇪🇸 Spain
State / ProvinceCatalonia
Average Temperature58°F (15°C)
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation16.9 inches (428 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age44.9 years

Is Alcanó a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Alcanó receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include a highly educated population, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Alcanó stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

At 10.4%, unemployment is notably high. Only 0.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 42.2% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 99.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Alcanó enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 305 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 16.9 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 60.

Alcanó has a population of 251. The median age is 44.9 years, 15% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.9% female and 49.1% male. 24.4% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 84.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

251
Total Population
44.9yrs
Median Age
15% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.1%
Female 50.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Alcanó vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Alcanó vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Alcanó is N/A. Per capita income is $33,493 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 10.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.8% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 60.9, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Alcanó vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$33,493

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.4%
188% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.8%
94% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living60.90 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Alcanó, 15.7% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 7.1% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 27.2% have high blood pressure. 26.2% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 11.0% report binge drinking. 76.6% are physically inactive, above the national average. 9.4% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Alcanó vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity15.7%
51% below US avg
Diabetes7.1%
High Blood Pressure27.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking26.2%
87% above US avg
Binge Drinking11.0%
Physical Inactivity76.6%
Depression9.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate84.0%

Food & Exercise

Alcanó enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. The area gets 305 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 16.9 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 60. 79% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 725 feet.

Temperature

42°F Jan (5°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average58.2°F
8% above US avg
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days305 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall16.9 inches
56% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median60.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %78.6%

Geography

Elevation725 ft (221 m)
Coordinates41.4806°N, 0.6166°W
TimezoneEurope/Madrid

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temp Precipitation
Jan 42°F (5°C)
1.2"
Feb 46°F (8°C)
0.8"
Mar 51°F (10°C)
1.2"
Apr 55°F (13°C)
1.6"
May 62°F (17°C)
2.1"
Jun 70°F (21°C)
1.5"
Jul 76°F (24°C)
0.5"
Aug 76°F (24°C)
1.0"
Sep 69°F (21°C)
1.9"
Oct 59°F (15°C)
2.0"
Nov 50°F (10°C)
1.7"
Dec 43°F (6°C)
1.5"

The warmest month is July at 76°F, while the coldest is January at 42°F — a seasonal swing of 34°F. May sees the most rain (2.1"), while July is the driest (0.5").

42.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 25% above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school. 95.5% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+42.2%
25% above US avg
High School+99.0%
A Education Grade (4.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access95.5%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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