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Arco da Calheta, Portugal

Madeira · 🇵🇹 Portugal

Arco da Calheta is a small town in Madeira, Portugal with a population of 3,241. Elevation: 774 ft (236 m). Average temperature: 59°F (15°C).

3.2 /5.0
B Good
3,241 Population 571/sq mi density
774 ft Elevation 236 meters
59°F Avg Temperature 15°C
29.0 in Annual Rain
Atlantic / Madeira Timezone
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
28.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 28.0%
17% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 21.8%
32% lower than US avg
Unemployment 6.2%
71% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.4%
97% lower than US avg

People

Population3,241
Median Age46.2 yrs
Density571/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$27,635
Unemployment6.2%
Poverty0.4%

Health

Obesity21.8%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking30.3%
Depression11.4%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)
AQI8 (Good)
Rain29.0 in/yr
Sunny Days283/yr
Elevation774 ft (236 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+28.0%
High School+94.5%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband85.8%
Population3,241
Population Density571 / sq mi
Elevation774 ft (236 m)
Coordinates32.7150°, -17.1497°
TimezoneAtlantic/Madeira
Country🇵🇹 Portugal
State / ProvinceMadeira
Average Temperature59°F (15°C)
January Average53°F (12°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation29.0 inches (737 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age46.2 years

Is Arco da Calheta a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Arco da Calheta receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Arco da Calheta offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The unemployment rate of 6.2% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 0.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

28.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.5% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Arco da Calheta enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. With 283 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 29.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 8.

Arco da Calheta has a population of 3,241 with a density of 571 people per square mile, spread across 5.7 square miles. The median age is 46.2 years, 19% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 52.4% female and 47.6% male. 24.5% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 83.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

3,241
Total Population
571
People / sq mi
46.2yrs
Median Age
19% above US avg
5.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.6%
Female 52.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Arco da Calheta vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Arco da Calheta vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Arco da Calheta is N/A. Per capita income is $27,635 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 6.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.4% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 56.7, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Arco da Calheta vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$27,635

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.2%
71% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.4%
97% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living56.70 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Arco da Calheta, 21.8% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 6.8% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 32.3% have high blood pressure. 30.3% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 11.2% report binge drinking. 84.3% are physically inactive, above the national average. 11.4% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Arco da Calheta vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity21.8%
32% below US avg
Diabetes6.8%
High Blood Pressure32.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking30.3%
116% above US avg
Binge Drinking11.2%
Physical Inactivity84.3%
Depression11.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate83.0%

Food & Exercise

Arco da Calheta enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 283 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 29.0 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 8 — among the cleanest air in the country. 93% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 774 feet.

Temperature

53°F Jan (12°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average58.5°F
8% above US avg
January Average53°F (12°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days283 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall29.0 inches
24% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median8.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.4%

Geography

Elevation774 ft (236 m)
Area5.7 sq mi (14.7 km²)
Population Density571/sq mi
Coordinates32.7150°N, 17.1497°W
TimezoneAtlantic/Madeira

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 53°F (12°C) 4.1 in
February 53°F (12°C) 3.2 in Coldest
March 54°F (12°C) 3.0 in
April 54°F (12°C) 2.1 in
May 57°F (14°C) 1.4 in
June 60°F (16°C) 0.6 in
July 64°F (18°C) 0.3 in Driest
August 66°F (19°C) 0.4 in Warmest
September 65°F (18°C) 2.2 in
October 62°F (17°C) 3.5 in
November 58°F (15°C) 3.9 in
December 55°F (13°C) 4.5 in Wettest

Arco da Calheta has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F — from 53°F in February to 66°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 29.0 inches, with December being the wettest month (4.5") and July the driest (0.3").

28.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 17% below the national average of 33.7%. 94.5% have completed high school. 85.8% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+28.0%
17% below US avg
High School+94.5%
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density571/sq mi
Total Area5.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access85.8%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Arco da Calheta

What is the population of Arco da Calheta?

Arco da Calheta has a population of 3,241 residents and is located in Portugal. The population density is 571 people per square mile, spread across 5.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 46.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 52.4% female and 47.6% male.

Is Arco da Calheta expensive to live in?

Arco da Calheta is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 56.7 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Arco da Calheta?

Arco da Calheta enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 53°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 283 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 29.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 8.

How is the job market in Arco da Calheta?

The unemployment rate in Arco da Calheta is 6.2%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition.

How are the schools in Arco da Calheta?

28.0% of adults in Arco da Calheta hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.5% have completed high school.

How healthy is Arco da Calheta?

The obesity rate in Arco da Calheta is 21.8% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 30.3% of adults are smokers. 84.3% are physically inactive. 11.4% of residents report depression.

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