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Basicò, Italy

Sicily · 🇮🇹 Italy

Basicò is a small town in Sicily, Italy with a population of 583. Elevation: 1,706 ft (520 m). Average temperature: 56°F (14°C).

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
583 Population
1,706 ft Elevation 520 meters
56°F Avg Temperature 14°C
40.1 in Annual Rain
Europe / Rome Timezone
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
3.7 / 5.0
34.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 34.2%
1% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 17.3%
46% lower than US avg
Unemployment 6.4%
78% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.9%
93% lower than US avg

People

Population583
Median Age47.3 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$39,277
Unemployment6.4%
Poverty0.9%

Health

Obesity17.3%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking21.8%
Depression7.2%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (14°C)
AQI16 (Good)
Rain40.1 in/yr
Sunny Days328/yr
Elevation1,706 ft (520 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+34.2%
High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.0%
Population583
Elevation1,706 ft (520 m)
Coordinates38.0608°, 15.0626°
TimezoneEurope/Rome
Country🇮🇹 Italy
State / ProvinceSicily
Average Temperature56°F (14°C)
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation40.1 inches (1,018 mm)
Annual Snowfall37.2 inches (94 cm)
Median Age47.3 years

Is Basicò a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Basicò 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. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Basicò offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The unemployment rate of 6.4% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 0.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 34.2% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 99.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Basicò enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 328 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.1 inches, including 37.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 16.

Basicò has a population of 583. The median age is 47.3 years, 22% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.1% female and 48.9% male. 26.1% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 82.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

583
Total Population
47.3yrs
Median Age
22% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.9%
Female 51.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Basicò vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Basicò vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Basicò is N/A. Per capita income is $39,277. The unemployment rate is 6.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.9% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 65.1, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Basicò vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$39,277

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.4%
78% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.9%
93% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living65.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Basicò, 17.3% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 5.8% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 33.8% have high blood pressure. 21.8% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 8.3% report binge drinking. 88.6% are physically inactive, above the national average. 7.2% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Basicò vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity17.3%
46% below US avg
Diabetes5.8%
High Blood Pressure33.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking21.8%
56% above US avg
Binge Drinking8.3%
Physical Inactivity88.6%
Depression7.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.0%

Food & Exercise

Basicò enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (14°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 328 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 40.1 inches. The area receives 37.2 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 16 — among the cleanest air in the country. 92% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 1,706 feet.

Temperature

42°F Jan (6°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average56.4°F
4% above US avg
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days328 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.1 inches
5% above US avg
Snowfall37.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median16.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.8%

Geography

Elevation1,706 ft (520 m)
Coordinates38.0608°N, 15.0626°W
TimezoneEurope/Rome

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temp Precipitation
Jan 42°F (6°C)
3.4"
Feb 48°F (9°C)
2.6"
Mar 51°F (10°C)
2.4"
Apr 55°F (13°C)
1.9"
May 62°F (17°C)
1.1"
Jun 69°F (21°C)
0.4"
Jul 77°F (25°C)
0.4"
Aug 75°F (24°C)
0.6"
Sep 71°F (21°C)
2.1"
Oct 64°F (18°C)
3.2"
Nov 56°F (13°C)
3.4"
Dec 51°F (10°C)
3.7"

The warmest month is July at 77°F, while the coldest is January at 42°F — a seasonal swing of 35°F. December sees the most rain (3.7"), while June is the driest (0.4").

34.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 1% above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school. 87.0% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+34.2%
1% above US avg
High School+99.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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