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Amersham, United Kingdom

England · 🇬🇧 United Kingdom

Amersham is a small city in England, United Kingdom with a population of 21,731. Elevation: 312 ft (95 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
21,731 Population
312 ft Elevation 95 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 12°C
33.6 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
3.9 / 5.0
36.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 36.2%
7% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.8%
16% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.3%
19% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.5%
96% lower than US avg

People

Population21,731
Median Age40.6 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 5%
Veterans3.4%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$49,944
Unemployment4.3%
Poverty0.5%

Health

Obesity26.8%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking9.8%
Depression13.5%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI9 (Good)
Rain33.6 in/yr
Sunny Days223/yr
Elevation312 ft (95 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+36.2%
High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband96.3%
Population21,731
Elevation312 ft (95 m)
Coordinates51.6667°, -0.6167°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature53°F (12°C)
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation33.6 inches (853 mm)
Annual Snowfall2.7 inches (7 cm)
Median Age40.6 years

Is Amersham a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Amersham receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Amersham offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 4.3%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 0.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 36.2% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 99.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Amersham experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. The area gets 223 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 33.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 9.

Amersham has a population of 21,731. The median age is 40.6 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.8% female and 49.2% male. The city is predominantly Asian (79.9%), with 4.9% White, 2.6% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 90.8% of residents. 3.4% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 21.4% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 88.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

21,731
Total Population
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Amersham vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only90.8%
16% above US avg
Other Languages9.2%

Social Characteristics

Amersham vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Amersham is N/A. Per capita income is $49,944 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 4.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.5% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 85.9, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living. 41.1% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Amersham vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$49,944

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.3%
19% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.5%
96% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living85.90 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone43.9%
Public Transit3.6%
Work from Home41.1%

Walkability

In Amersham, 26.8% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 5.8% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 26.4% have high blood pressure. 9.8% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 10.9% report binge drinking. 79.9% are physically inactive, above the national average. 13.5% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.8%
16% below US avg
Diabetes5.8%
High Blood Pressure26.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking9.8%
30% below US avg
Binge Drinking10.9%
Physical Inactivity79.9%
Depression13.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.0%

Food & Exercise

Amersham experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. The area gets 223 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 33.6 inches. The area receives 2.7 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 9 — among the cleanest air in the country. 93% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 312 feet.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average53.0°F
2% below US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days223 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.6 inches
12% below US avg
Snowfall2.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median9.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.2%

Geography

Elevation312 ft (95 m)
Coordinates51.6667°N, 0.6167°W
TimezoneEurope/London
36.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 7% above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school. 96.3% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+36.2%
7% above US avg
High School+99.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access96.3%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone43.9%
Public Transit3.6%
Work from Home41.1%

Nearby Cities

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