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Arcos, Portugal

Porto · 🇵🇹 Portugal

Arcos is a small town in Porto, Portugal with a population of 819. Elevation: 167 ft (51 m). Average temperature: 60°F (15°C).

3.2 /5.0
B Good
819 Population 366/sq mi density
167 ft Elevation 51 meters
60°F Avg Temperature 15°C
72.2 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

Population819
Median Age46.2 yrs
Density366/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 Temp60°F (15°C)
AQI8 (Good)
Rain72.2 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation167 ft (51 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband85.8%
Population819
Population Density366 / sq mi
Elevation167 ft (51 m)
Coordinates41.3963°, -8.6669°
TimezoneEurope/Lisbon
Country🇵🇹 Portugal
State / ProvincePorto
Average Temperature60°F (15°C)
January Average48°F (9°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation72.2 inches (1,834 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.2 inches (0 cm)
Median Age46.2 years

Is Arcos a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Arcos 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. Arcos 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 enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 72.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 8.

Arcos has a population of 819 with a density of 366 people per square mile, spread across 2.2 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

819
Total Population
366
People / sq mi
46.2yrs
Median Age
19% above US avg
2.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.6%
Female 52.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Arcos vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Arcos vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Arcos 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: Arcos 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, 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: Arcos 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 enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 293 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 72.2 inches (wetter 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 167 feet.

Temperature

48°F Jan (9°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average59.7°F
11% above US avg
January Average48°F (9°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall72.2 inches
90% above US avg
Snowfall0.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median8.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.4%

Geography

Elevation167 ft (51 m)
Area2.2 sq mi (5.8 km²)
Population Density366/sq mi
Coordinates41.3963°N, 8.6669°W
TimezoneEurope/Lisbon

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 48°F (9°C) 7.9 in Coldest
February 50°F (10°C) 6.8 in
March 53°F (12°C) 4.5 in
April 55°F (13°C) 4.5 in
May 59°F (15°C) 4.0 in
June 64°F (18°C) 2.2 in
July 69°F (21°C) 0.9 in Warmest, Driest
August 66°F (19°C) 1.0 in
September 65°F (18°C) 3.0 in
October 60°F (16°C) 6.1 in
November 54°F (12°C) 6.5 in
December 51°F (10°C) 8.2 in Wettest

Arcos has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F — from 48°F in January to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 55.7 inches, with December being the wettest month (8.2") and July the driest (0.9").

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 Density366/sq mi
Total Area2.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access85.8%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Arcos

What is the population of Arcos?

Arcos has a population of 819 residents and is located in Portugal. The population density is 366 people per square mile, spread across 2.2 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 Arcos expensive to live in?

Arcos 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 Arcos?

Arcos enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 48°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 293 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 72.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 8.

How is the job market in Arcos?

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

How are the schools in Arcos?

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

How healthy is Arcos?

The obesity rate in Arcos 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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