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Borris, Ireland

Leinster · 🇮🇪 Ireland

Borris is a small town in Leinster, Ireland with a population of 652. Elevation: 154 ft (47 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
652 Population 453/sq mi density
154 ft Elevation 47 meters
50°F Avg Temperature 10°C
40.8 in Annual Rain
Europe / Dublin Timezone
A+
Overall
4.6 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
4.6 / 5.0
45.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 45.0%
34% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 28.4%
12% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.6%
29% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.1%
99% lower than US avg

People

Population652
Median Age38.2 yrs
Density453/mi²
Male / Female50% / 51%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$106,819
Unemployment4.6%
Poverty0.1%

Health

Obesity28.4%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking15.4%
Depression4.2%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI11 (Good)
Rain40.8 in/yr
Sunny Days262/yr
Elevation154 ft (47 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+45.0%
High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband96.5%
Population652
Population Density453 / sq mi
Elevation154 ft (47 m)
Coordinates52.6000°, -6.9175°
TimezoneEurope/Dublin
Country🇮🇪 Ireland
State / ProvinceLeinster
Average Temperature50°F (10°C)
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation40.8 inches (1,035 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age38.2 years

Is Borris a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Borris receives an overall livability score of 4.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include a highly educated population, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Borris stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 4.6%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 0.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 45.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 99.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Borris experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. With 262 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 11.

Borris has a population of 652 with a density of 453 people per square mile, spread across 1.4 square miles. The median age is 38.2 years, 2% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.5% female and 49.5% male. 19.7% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 82.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

652
Total Population
453
People / sq mi
38.2yrs
Median Age
2% below US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.5%
Female 50.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Borris vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Borris vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Borris is N/A. Per capita income is $106,819 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 4.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.1% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 84.6, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Borris vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$106,819

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.6%
29% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.1%
99% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.60 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Borris, 28.4% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 6.2% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 32.3% have high blood pressure. 15.4% are current smokers. 10.6% report binge drinking. 71.8% are physically inactive, above the national average. 4.2% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity28.4%
12% below US avg
Diabetes6.2%
High Blood Pressure32.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.4%
10% above US avg
Binge Drinking10.6%
Physical Inactivity71.8%
Depression4.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.0%

Food & Exercise

Borris experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 262 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 40.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 11 — among the cleanest air in the country. 93% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 154 feet.

Temperature

42°F Jan (6°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average50.0°F
7% below US avg
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Sunny Days262 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.8 inches
7% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median11.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.9%

Geography

Elevation154 ft (47 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.7 km²)
Population Density453/sq mi
Coordinates52.6000°N, 6.9175°W
TimezoneEurope/Dublin

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 42°F (6°C) 4.5 in Coldest, Wettest
February 42°F (6°C) 3.5 in
March 45°F (7°C) 3.2 in
April 47°F (9°C) 2.5 in
May 52°F (11°C) 2.7 in
June 57°F (14°C) 2.4 in Driest
July 60°F (16°C) 2.5 in Warmest
August 60°F (15°C) 3.2 in
September 56°F (13°C) 3.5 in
October 51°F (11°C) 4.1 in
November 46°F (8°C) 4.0 in
December 43°F (6°C) 4.5 in

Borris has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F — from 42°F in January to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 40.8 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.5") and June the driest (2.4").

45.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 34% above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school. 96.5% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+45.0%
34% above US avg
High School+99.0%
A+ Education Grade (4.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density453/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access96.5%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Borris

What is the population of Borris?

Borris has a population of 652 residents and is located in Ireland. The population density is 453 people per square mile, spread across 1.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 38.2 years. The population is 50.5% female and 49.5% male.

Is Borris expensive to live in?

Borris is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 84.6 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Borris?

Borris has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 42°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 262 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 40.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 11.

How is the job market in Borris?

Borris has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.6%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Borris?

45.0% of adults in Borris hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Borris?

The obesity rate in Borris is 28.4% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 15.4% of adults are smokers. 71.8% are physically inactive. 4.2% of residents report depression.

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