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Arcos de Valdevez, Portugal

Viana do Castelo · 🇵🇹 Portugal

Arcos de Valdevez is a small city in Viana do Castelo, Portugal with a population of 22,847. Elevation: 138 ft (42 m). Average temperature: 56°F (13°C).

3.2 /5.0
B Good
22,847 Population
138 ft Elevation 42 meters
56°F Avg Temperature 13°C
58.7 in Annual Rain
Europe / Lisbon 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

Population22,847
Median Age46.2 yrs
DensityN/A
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 Temp56°F (13°C)
AQI8 (Good)
Rain58.7 in/yr
Sunny Days230/yr
Elevation138 ft (42 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband85.8%
Population22,847
Elevation138 ft (42 m)
Coordinates41.8467°, -8.4191°
TimezoneEurope/Lisbon
Country🇵🇹 Portugal
State / ProvinceViana do Castelo
Average Temperature56°F (13°C)
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation58.7 inches (1,490 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age46.2 years

Is Arcos de Valdevez a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Arcos de Valdevez receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Arcos de Valdevez 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

Arcos de Valdevez enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. The area gets 230 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 58.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 8.

Arcos de Valdevez has a population of 22,847. The median age is 46.2 years, 19% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

22,847
Total Population
46.2yrs
Median Age
19% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 47.6%
Female 52.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Arcos de Valdevez vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Arcos de Valdevez vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Arcos de Valdevez is N/A. The unemployment rate is 6.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.4% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Arcos de Valdevez 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 Arcos de Valdevez, 21.8% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 30.3% are current smokers. 11.4% report depression. 84.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Arcos de Valdevez 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

Arcos de Valdevez has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 58.7 inches. The area enjoys 230 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 8.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 67°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average55.5°F
3% above US avg
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)
Sunny Days230 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall58.7 inches
54% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median8.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.4%

Geography

Elevation138 ft (42 m)
Coordinates41.8467°N, 8.4191°W
TimezoneEurope/Lisbon
28.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (17% below US avg). 85.8% of households have broadband internet.

Education

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

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access85.8%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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