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Ayr, United Kingdom
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Ayr is a mid-size city in Scotland, United Kingdom with a population of 46,260. Elevation: 43 ft (13 m). Average temperature: 47°F (9°C).
Data updated June 2026
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| Population | 46,260 |
| Population Density | 6,695 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 43 ft (13 m) |
| Coordinates | 55.4627°, -4.6339° |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
| Country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| State / Province | Scotland |
| Average Temperature | 47°F (9°C) |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 58°F (14°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 43.7 inches (1,111 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $54,707 |
| Median Age | 40.6 years |
About Ayr
Ayr is a mid-size city in United Kingdom (Scotland) with a population of 46,260. The city sits at an elevation of 43 feet (13 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 47°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 39°F in January to 58°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 43.7 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.
Population
Gender Distribution
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Ayr vs United Kingdom Average
Income: Ayr vs United Kingdom
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $54,707 |
| 27% below United Kingdom avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $54,707 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,052 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 4.8% |
| 32% above United Kingdom avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 4,210 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 60.0% |
| Public Transit | 18.0% |
| Work from Home | 24.0% |
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $214,941 |
| 24% below United Kingdom avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,368 |
| 18% above United Kingdom avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 65.0% |
| Owner-Occupied | 65.0% |
| Renter-Occupied | 35.0% |
| Housing Units | 18,504 |
Property Tax
Climate in Ayr
Ayr has an average annual temperature of 8.9°C (48°F). The hottest month is Aug (14.5°C), the coldest is Jan (3.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 1234 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 47.4°F |
| 12% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 58°F (14°C) |
| Sunny Days | 257 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 43 ft (13 m) |
| Area | 6.9 sq mi (17.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 6,695/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 55.4627°N, 4.6339°W |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 720 | HEBRIDES (SCOTLAND) | Questionable Earthquake | - | - | 147 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 39°F (4°C) | 4.5 in | |
| February | 39°F (4°C) | 3.2 in | Coldest |
| March | 41°F (5°C) | 3.6 in | |
| April | 45°F (7°C) | 2.4 in | Driest |
| May | 50°F (10°C) | 2.4 in | |
| June | 54°F (12°C) | 2.6 in | |
| July | 58°F (14°C) | 3.0 in | Warmest |
| August | 57°F (14°C) | 3.5 in | |
| September | 53°F (12°C) | 4.3 in | |
| October | 49°F (9°C) | 5.0 in | Wettest |
| November | 43°F (6°C) | 4.8 in | |
| December | 40°F (5°C) | 4.5 in |
Ayr has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 39°F in February to 58°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 43.7 inches, with October being the wettest month (5.0") and April the driest (2.4").
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 50.0% |
| 48% above United Kingdom avg | |
| High School+ | 84.0% |
Area & Infrastructure
| Population Density | 6,695/sq mi |
| Total Area | 6.9 sq mi |
Services
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 60.0% |
| Public Transit | 18.0% |
| Work from Home | 24.0% |
Schools in Ayr
15 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Doonfoot Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kyle Academy | - | - | - | - |
| Wellington School | - | - | - | - |
| Alloway Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Holmston Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kincaidston Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Queen Margaret Academy | - | - | - | - |
| Belmont Academy | - | - | - | - |
| Southcraig School | - | - | - | - |
| Forehill Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Newton Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| St John's Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Ayr Grammar School | - | - | - | - |
| Ayr Academy | - | - | - | - |
| Wallacetown Early Years Centre | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Ayr
17 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linn Classical | classical | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Clyde Built Radio | arts, community radio | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Linn Jazz | jazz | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Celtic Music Radio | - | MP3 | |
| Orryy Live | 24/7, bouncy | MP3 | |
| Capital FM Glasgow | - | AAC 48 kbps | |
| Buena Vida | community radio, multi genre | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Impact-Digital-Radio | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Go Radio Glasgow | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Quality Radio | - | MP3 | |
| Johnstone Sound | - | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Jambo! Radio | - | MP3 192 kbps | |
| HBSA Hospital Radio | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Heart FM Glasgow | - | AAC 48 kbps | |
| Sunny G Community Radio | community | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Radio Buena Vida | community radio, music | MP3 192 kbps | |
| 100.8 Home Radio | - | MP3 |
Museums in Ayr
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ayr Through the Ages - The Heritage Hub | ||||
| Bachelor's Club | ||||
| Batchelor's Club | ||||
| Big Idea | ||||
| Burns Cottage | ||||
| Dean Castle Country Park Rural Life Centre | ||||
| Dick Institute | ||||
| Dundonald Castle Vistor Centre | ||||
| North Ayrshire Heritage Centre | ||||
| Robert Burns Birthplace Museum | ||||
| Scottish Maritime Museum | ||||
| Scottish Maritime Museum Puffer Café and Shop | ||||
| Wellwood Burns Centre and Museum | ||||
| West Kilbride Museum |
Libraries in Ayr
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alloway Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Andrew Fisher Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bellfield Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bourtreehill Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Carnegie Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Dalry Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Dreghorn Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Forehill Branch Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Hurlford Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Irvine Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Kilwinning Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Maybole Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Prestwick Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Springside Library and Community Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| Stevenston Library | 0.0 | |||||
| The Lorimer Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Troon Library | 0.0 | |||||
| West Kilbride Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Ayr
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kilmarnock Indoor Market |
Hotels in Ayr
11 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Ayr
27 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Ayr
33 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Ayr
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Ayr
1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Ayr
4 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Ayr
1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Zoos in Ayr
1 zoos within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Ayr
4 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Ayr
4 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Ayr
2 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Ayr
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Ayr
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Ayr
4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Ayr
6 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Ayr
1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Ayr
2 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Ayr
2 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Ayr
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Ayr
2 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newmilns Snow & Sports Complex | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Snow Factor | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Ayr
20 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Glasgow Airport | GLA | Large Airport |
| Glasgow Prestwick Airport | PIK | Large Airport |
| Benston Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Blair Drummond Private Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Buchlyvie Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Bute Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Carlung Farm | - | Small Airport |
| Castle Kennedy Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Cumbernauld Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Glenswinton Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kier Garden Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kilkerran UL | - | Small Airport |
| Lennox Plunton Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Mayfield Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Nethershields Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| New Grimmet Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| South Barnbeth Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Strathaven Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Thornhill Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Wigtown Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Ayr
6 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Alloway Post Office | |
| Ayr Post Office | |
| Belmont Branch | |
| Forehill Post Office | |
| Seafield Post Office | |
| Tam's Brig Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Ayr
19 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Alloway Church | |
| Assembly Hall | |
| Auld Kirk of Ayr | |
| Ayr Baptist Church Centre | |
| Ayr Free Church Of Scotland | |
| Castlehill Parish Church | |
| Darlington New Church of Scotland | |
| Holy Trinity Episcopal Church | |
| Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses | |
| Mormon Church | |
| Newton On Ayr | |
| Newton Wallacetown Church | |
| Riverside Evangelical Church | |
| Saint Paul's | |
| Southside Christian Fellowship | |
| St Columba Church | |
| St Leonard's Church | |
| St Margaret's Cathedral | |
| The Salvation Army - Ayr |
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Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in United Kingdom
14 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Ayr
What is the population of Ayr?
Ayr has a population of 46,260 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 6,695 people per square mile, spread across 6.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.6 years. The population is 50.5% female and 49.5% male.
Is Ayr expensive to live in?
The median household income is $54,707, 27% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $214,941 (24% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,368 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.9x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.
What is the weather like in Ayr?
Ayr has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 58°F in July. The area receives 257 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 43.7 inches.
How is the job market in Ayr?
Ayr has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.8%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,052. There are 4,210 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Ayr?
The median home value in Ayr is $214,941. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,368. The homeownership rate is 65.0%.
How are the schools in Ayr?
50.0% of adults in Ayr 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 Ayr?
90% of residents speak only English at home.