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Annan, United Kingdom

Scotland · United Kingdom

Annan is a small city in Scotland, United Kingdom with a population of 8,920. Elevation: 66 ft (20 m). Average temperature: 49°F (9°C).

Data updated June 2026

4.0 /5.0
A Great
8,920 Population 3/sq mi density
66 ft Elevation 20 meters
49°F Avg Temperature 9°C
37.7 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$44,317 Median Income
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$44,317 median income, 4.8% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.0 / 5.0
$207,441 home value, $1,108/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
50.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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About Annan

Annan

Annan is a town and former royal burgh in Dumfries and Galloway, south-west Scotland. Historically part of Dumfriesshire, its public buildings include Annan Academy, of which the writer Thomas Carlyle was a pupil, and a Georgian building now known as "Bridge House". Annan also features a Historic Resources Centre. In Port Street, some of the windows remain blocked up to avoid paying the window tax.

People

Population8,920
Median Age40.6 yrs
Density3/mi²
Male / Female50% / 51%

Economy

B
Median Income$44,317
Per Capita$44,317
Unemployment4.8%

Housing

A
Home Value$207,441
Rent$1,108
Ownership65.0%
Housing Units3,568

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (9°C)
Rain37.7 in/yr
Sunny Days268/yr
Elevation66 ft (20 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+50.0%
High School+84.0%

Community

Population8,920
Population Density3 / sq mi
Elevation66 ft (20 m)
Coordinates54.9884°, -3.2565°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceScotland
Average Temperature49°F (9°C)
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average60°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation37.7 inches (957 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$44,317
Median Age40.6 years

About Annan

Annan is a small city in United Kingdom (Scotland) with a population of 8,920. The city sits at an elevation of 66 feet (20 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 49°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 39°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 37.7 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Annan has a population of 8,920 with a density of 3 people per square mile, spread across 3,449.5 square miles. The median age is 40.6 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.5% female and 49.5% male. English is the primary language spoken at home by 90% of residents.

Population

8,920
Total Population
3
People / sq mi
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above United Kingdom avg
3,449.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.5%
Female 50.5%

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 90.0%
15% above United Kingdom avg
Other Languages 10.0%

Social Characteristics

Annan vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Annan is $44,317, which is 41% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $44,317 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $852, 41% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.8% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 812 business establishments. 24.0% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Annan vs United Kingdom

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$44,317
41% below United Kingdom avg
Per Capita Income$44,317
Avg Weekly Wage$852

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.8%
32% above United Kingdom avg
Establishments (County)812

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone60.0%
Public Transit18.0%
Work from Home24.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Annan is $207,441, 26% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,108 (5% below the national average of $1,163). 65.0% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 3,568 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.7x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$207,441
26% below United Kingdom avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,108
5% below United Kingdom avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership65.0%
Owner-Occupied65.0%
Renter-Occupied35.0%
Housing Units3,568

Property Tax

Annan experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. The area gets 268 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 37.7 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 66 feet.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 60°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average48.5°F
10% below United Kingdom avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average60°F (15°C)
Sunny Days268 days/yr

Geography

Elevation66 ft (20 m)
Area3,449.5 sq mi (8,934.2 km²)
Population Density3/sq mi
Coordinates54.9884°N, 3.2565°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 37.7"
1% below United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Dec) 4.06"
Driest Month (Apr) 2.09"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

9 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.7. Most recent: M2.8 on Jan 23, 2020.

Apr 28, 2009 3 km WSW of Flookburgh, United Kingdom M3.7 93 km
Jan 3, 2011 5 km S of Masham, United Kingdom M3.6 138 km
Aug 25, 2013 23 km W of Cleveleys, United Kingdom M3.2 123 km
Jun 26, 1993 5 km WSW of High Bentham, United Kingdom M3.0 108 km
May 13, 2001 3 km W of Locharbriggs, United Kingdom M2.9 27 km
Jan 23, 2020 1 km NW of Stockton-on-Tees, United Kingdom M2.8 131 km
Nov 30, 1997 4 km NNE of Kippen, United Kingdom M2.7 142 km
Apr 24, 2000 12 km NNW of Penrith, United Kingdom M2.6 38 km
May 28, 2008 12 km WNW of Penrith, United Kingdom M2.5 38 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 39°F (4°C) 3.9 in Coldest
February 40°F (4°C) 3.0 in
March 43°F (6°C) 3.1 in
April 46°F (8°C) 2.1 in Driest
May 51°F (11°C) 2.2 in
June 56°F (13°C) 2.4 in
July 60°F (15°C) 2.8 in Warmest
August 59°F (15°C) 3.1 in
September 55°F (13°C) 3.3 in
October 50°F (10°C) 4.0 in
November 44°F (6°C) 3.9 in
December 40°F (5°C) 4.1 in Wettest

Annan has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 39°F in January to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 37.7 inches, with December being the wettest month (4.1") and April the driest (2.1").

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50.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 48% above the national average of 33.7%. 84.0% have completed high school.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+50.0%
48% above United Kingdom avg
High School+84.0%
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density3/sq mi
Total Area3,449.5 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone60.0%
Public Transit18.0%
Work from Home24.0%

Schools in Annan

6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Cummertrees Primary School - - - -
Annan Academy - - - -
St Columba's RC School - - - -
Newington Primary School - - - -
Hecklegirth School - - - -
Elmvale Primary School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Annan

6 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
JFSR - Jazz Funk Soul Radio funk, jazz AAC 320 kbps
HearMe - 00s rock 00s rock, 00’s rock MP3
Bay Trust Radio - MP3 128 kbps
Golden Decades Radio 70s, 80s MP3 128 kbps
Alive Radio 107.3 dance, hits MP3 128 kbps
Hear Me top pop pop, pop music MP3

Museums in Annan

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Annan Museum
Gretna Green Experience
Savings Banks Museum
The Arched House
The Devil's Porridge Museum
Thomas Carlyle's Birthplace
Toy Soldier Museum

Libraries in Annan

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Lochmaben Library0.0
Lockerbie Library0.0
Westerkirk Parish Library0.0
Wigton Library0.0

Hotels in Annan

4 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Comlongon Castle (Hotel)
Corner House Hotel
Queensberry Arms
The Powfoot Golf Hotel

Restaurants in Annan

2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Mystic Garden
Sitar

Cafes in Annan

2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Corner House Coffee
Quarter Cake Cafe

Cinemas in Annan

1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Lonsdale City Cinemas

Castles in Annan

1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Comlongon Castle (Hotel)

Train Stations in Annan

1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Annan

Bus Stations in Annan

1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Annan Bus Station

Gas Stations in Annan

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

GB #2641766377
Tesco

Banks in Annan

2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bank of Scotland
The Cumberland

Gyms in Annan

2 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

LActive
Victoria’s Fitness Gym

Golf Courses in Annan

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Powfoot Golf Club

Stadiums & Teams in Annan

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Annan

13 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Carlisle Lake District AirportCAXMedium Airport
RAF Spadeadam-Medium Airport
Bedlands Gate Airfield-Small Airport
Berrier Airstrip-Small Airport
Falgunzeon Glider Airfield-Small Airport
Fingland-Small Airport
Glassonby Airfield-Small Airport
Kirkbride Airfield-Small Airport
Midlem Airstrip-Small Airport
Nether Huntlywood Airstrip-Small Airport
Skelling Farm Glider Field-Small Airport
Stonehill Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Thankerton private airstrip-Small Airport

Post Offices in Annan

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Annan Post Office
Newington Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Annan

6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Annan Old Parish Church
Annan United Reformed Church
Kingdom Hall
Ruthwell Church
St Columba’s Church
St. Andrew's Parish Church of Scotland

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/London

🇬🇧 About United Kingdom

Capital London
Population 66,488,991
Area 244,820 km²
GDP (USD) $3,420,796,653,789
GDP per capita $49,944
HDI 0.940
Life expectancy 81.2 years
Internet users 96.3%
Urban population 83.2%
Currency GBP (Pound)
Languages English
Calling code +44
TLD .uk
Driving side left

Public Holidays in United Kingdom

14 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Jan 2 2 January 2 January
Mar 17 Saint Patrick's Day Saint Patrick's Day
Apr 3 Good Friday Good Friday
Apr 6 Easter Monday Easter Monday
May 4 Early May Bank Holiday Early May Bank Holiday
May 25 Spring Bank Holiday Spring Bank Holiday
Jun 15 World Cup Bank Holiday World Cup Bank Holiday
Jul 13 Battle of the Boyne Battle of the Boyne
Aug 3 Summer Bank Holiday Summer Bank Holiday
Aug 31 Summer Bank Holiday Summer Bank Holiday
Nov 30 Saint Andrew's Day Saint Andrew's Day
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day
Dec 28 St. Stephen's Day Boxing Day

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Frequently Asked Questions About Annan

What is the population of Annan?

Annan has a population of 8,920 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 3,449.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.6 years. The population is 50.5% female and 49.5% male.

Is Annan expensive to live in?

The median household income is $44,317, 41% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $207,441 (26% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,108 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.7x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Annan?

Annan has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 268 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 37.7 inches.

How is the job market in Annan?

Annan has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.8%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $852. There are 812 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Annan?

The median home value in Annan is $207,441. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,108. The homeownership rate is 65.0%.

How are the schools in Annan?

50.0% of adults in Annan 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 Annan?

90% of residents speak only English at home.

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