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Biscoitos, Portugal

Azores · 🇵🇹 Portugal

Biscoitos is a small town in Azores, Portugal with a population of 1,425. Elevation: 577 ft (176 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).

3.2 /5.0
B Good
1,425 Population
577 ft Elevation 176 meters
64°F Avg Temperature 18°C
49.2 in Annual Rain
Atlantic / Azores 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

Population1,425
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 Temp64°F (18°C)
AQI8 (Good)
Rain49.2 in/yr
Sunny Days247/yr
Elevation577 ft (176 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband85.8%
Population1,425
Elevation577 ft (176 m)
Coordinates38.7833°, -27.2500°
TimezoneAtlantic/Azores
Country🇵🇹 Portugal
State / ProvinceAzores
Average Temperature64°F (18°C)
January Average58°F (15°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation49.2 inches (1,249 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age46.2 years

Is Biscoitos a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Biscoitos 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. Biscoitos 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

Biscoitos enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 58°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area gets 247 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 49.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 8.

Biscoitos has a population of 1,425. 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

1,425
Total Population
46.2yrs
Median Age
19% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 47.6%
Female 52.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Biscoitos vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Biscoitos vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Biscoitos 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: Biscoitos 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 Biscoitos, 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: Biscoitos 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

Biscoitos enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 58°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 247 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 49.2 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 577 feet.

Temperature

58°F Jan (15°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average63.9°F
18% above US avg
January Average58°F (15°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days247 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.2 inches
29% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median8.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.4%

Geography

Elevation577 ft (176 m)
Coordinates38.7833°N, 27.2500°W
TimezoneAtlantic/Azores

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 58°F (15°C) 6.0 in Wettest
February 58°F (14°C) 4.8 in Coldest
March 59°F (15°C) 4.5 in
April 60°F (15°C) 3.4 in
May 63°F (17°C) 3.0 in
June 67°F (19°C) 2.2 in
July 71°F (22°C) 1.8 in Driest
August 73°F (23°C) 2.6 in Warmest
September 71°F (22°C) 4.1 in
October 67°F (19°C) 5.2 in
November 63°F (17°C) 5.7 in
December 60°F (16°C) 5.9 in

Biscoitos has a seasonal temperature swing of 15°F — from 58°F in February to 73°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 49.2 inches, with January being the wettest month (6.0") and July the driest (1.8").

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

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access85.8%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Biscoitos

What is the population of Biscoitos?

Biscoitos has a population of 1,425 residents and is located in Portugal.. 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 Biscoitos expensive to live in?

Biscoitos 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 Biscoitos?

Biscoitos enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 58°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 247 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 49.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 8.

How is the job market in Biscoitos?

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

How are the schools in Biscoitos?

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

How healthy is Biscoitos?

The obesity rate in Biscoitos 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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