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Ardrossan, United Kingdom

Scotland · 🇬🇧 United Kingdom

Ardrossan is a small city in Scotland, United Kingdom with a population of 10,930. Elevation: 69 ft (21 m). Average temperature: 49°F (9°C).

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
10,930 Population 8,606/sq mi density
69 ft Elevation 21 meters
49°F Avg Temperature 9°C
44.0 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$51,196 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$51,196 median income, 4.8% unemployment
B+
Education
3.9 / 5.0
36.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $51,196
32% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 36.2%
7% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.8%
16% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.8%
32% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.5%
96% lower than US avg

People

Population10,930
Median Age40.6 yrs
Density8,606/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

B+
Median Income$51,196
Per Capita$49,944
Unemployment4.8%
Poverty0.5%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (9°C)
AQI9 (Good)
Rain44.0 in/yr
Sunny Days256/yr
Elevation69 ft (21 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband96.3%
Population10,930
Population Density8,606 / sq mi
Elevation69 ft (21 m)
Coordinates55.6502°, -4.8066°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceScotland
Average Temperature49°F (9°C)
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation44.0 inches (1,117 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$51,196
Median Age40.6 years

Is Ardrossan a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ardrossan receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Ardrossan offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ardrossan is $51,196, 32% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.8%, 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

Ardrossan experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. With 256 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 44.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 9.

Ardrossan has a population of 10,930 with a density of 8,606 people per square mile, spread across 1.3 square miles. 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. 21.4% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 88.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

10,930
Total Population
8,606
People / sq mi
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Ardrossan vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Ardrossan vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ardrossan is $51,196, which is 32% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $49,944 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 4.8% (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.

Income: Ardrossan vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$51,196
32% below US avg
Per Capita Income$49,944

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.8%
32% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.5%
96% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living85.90 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Ardrossan, 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: Ardrossan 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

Ardrossan experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 256 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 44.0 inches. 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 69 feet.

Temperature

40°F Jan (5°C) 59°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average48.5°F
10% below US avg
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Sunny Days256 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.0 inches
16% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median9.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.2%

Geography

Elevation69 ft (21 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.3 km²)
Population Density8,606/sq mi
Coordinates55.6502°N, 4.8066°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 40°F (5°C) 4.7 in
February 40°F (4°C) 3.4 in Coldest
March 43°F (6°C) 3.7 in
April 46°F (8°C) 2.3 in
May 51°F (11°C) 2.3 in Driest
June 56°F (13°C) 2.5 in
July 59°F (15°C) 3.0 in Warmest
August 58°F (15°C) 3.5 in
September 55°F (13°C) 4.3 in
October 50°F (10°C) 4.9 in Wettest
November 44°F (7°C) 4.8 in
December 41°F (5°C) 4.7 in

Ardrossan has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F — from 40°F in February to 59°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 44.0 inches, with October being the wettest month (4.9") and May the driest (2.3").

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

Population Density8,606/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access96.3%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Ardrossan

What is the population of Ardrossan?

Ardrossan has a population of 10,930 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 8,606 people per square mile, spread across 1.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.6 years. The population is 50.8% female and 49.2% male.

Is Ardrossan expensive to live in?

Ardrossan is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 85.9 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $51,196, 32% below the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in Ardrossan?

Ardrossan has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 59°F in July. The area receives 256 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 44.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 9.

How is the job market in Ardrossan?

Ardrossan has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.8%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Ardrossan?

36.2% of adults in Ardrossan hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Ardrossan?

The obesity rate in Ardrossan is 26.8% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 9.8% of adults are smokers. 79.9% are physically inactive. 13.5% of residents report depression.

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