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Braco, United Kingdom

Scotland · United Kingdom

Braco is a small town in Scotland, United Kingdom with a population of 590. Elevation: 371 ft (113 m). Average temperature: 46°F (8°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
590 Population 3/sq mi density
371 ft Elevation 113 meters
46°F Avg Temperature 8°C
52.7 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$50,716 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$50,716 median income, 4.8% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.5 / 5.0
$285,648 home value, $1,268/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
50.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

People

Population590
Median Age40.6 yrs
Density3/mi²
Male / Female50% / 51%

Economy

B
Median Income$50,716
Per Capita$50,716
Unemployment4.8%

Housing

B
Home Value$285,648
Rent$1,268
Ownership65.0%
Housing Units236

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
Rain52.7 in/yr
Sunny Days240/yr
Elevation371 ft (113 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+50.0%
High School+84.0%

Community

Population590
Population Density3 / sq mi
Elevation371 ft (113 m)
Coordinates56.2641°, -3.8791°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceScotland
Average Temperature46°F (8°C)
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Annual Precipitation52.7 inches (1,338 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$50,716
Median Age40.6 years

About Braco

Braco is a small town in United Kingdom (Scotland) with a population of 590. The city sits at an elevation of 371 feet (113 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 46°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 36°F in January to 57°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 52.7 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Braco has a population of 590 with a density of 3 people per square mile, spread across 177.5 square miles. The median age is 40.6 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.5% female and 49.5% male. English is the primary language spoken at home by 90% of residents.

Population

590
Total Population
3
People / sq mi
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above United Kingdom avg
177.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.5%
Female 50.5%

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 90.0%
15% above United Kingdom avg
Other Languages 10.0%

Social Characteristics

Braco vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Braco is $50,716, which is 33% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $50,716 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $975, 32% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.8% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 54 business establishments. 24.0% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Braco vs United Kingdom

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$50,716
33% below United Kingdom avg
Per Capita Income$50,716
Avg Weekly Wage$975

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.8%
32% above United Kingdom avg
Establishments (County)54

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone60.0%
Public Transit18.0%
Work from Home24.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Braco is $285,648, 1% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,268 (9% above the national average of $1,163). 65.0% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 236 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.6x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$285,648
1% above United Kingdom avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,268
9% above United Kingdom avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership65.0%
Owner-Occupied65.0%
Renter-Occupied35.0%
Housing Units236

Property Tax

Braco experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July. The area gets 240 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 52.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 371 feet.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 57°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average45.6°F
16% below United Kingdom avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Sunny Days240 days/yr

Geography

Elevation371 ft (113 m)
Area177.5 sq mi (459.8 km²)
Population Density3/sq mi
Coordinates56.2641°N, 3.8791°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 52.7"
39% above United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 6.57"
Driest Month (Apr) 2.64"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

15 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.8. Most recent: M2.6 on Nov 1, 2017.

Aug 4, 2017 31 km NE of Tobermory, United Kingdom M3.8 130 km
May 3, 1998 Scotland, United Kingdom M3.5 136 km
Jan 23, 2011 28 km NE of Tobermory, United Kingdom M3.5 132 km
Aug 17, 1994 40 km SE of Portree, United Kingdom M3.2 150 km
Jan 26, 1990 34 km N of Isle of Islay, United Kingdom M3.0 150 km
Jun 20, 2003 12 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom M3.0 35 km
May 18, 2013 27 km NE of Tobermory, United Kingdom M2.9 126 km
May 13, 2001 3 km W of Locharbriggs, United Kingdom M2.9 130 km
Jun 20, 2003 14 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom M2.8 36 km
Aug 27, 1992 33 km NNE of Isle of Islay, United Kingdom M2.7 136 km
Mar 7, 1998 13 km E of Oban, United Kingdom M2.7 87 km
Nov 30, 1997 4 km NNE of Kippen, United Kingdom M2.7 19 km
Aug 28, 1995 5 km NNW of Aviemore, United Kingdom M2.7 109 km
Nov 1, 2017 2 km NNW of Tarbert, United Kingdom M2.6 105 km
Jun 20, 2003 12 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom M2.5 36 km
Jan 9, 1990 29 km W of Aberfeldy, United Kingdom M2.5 51 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 36°F (2°C) 6.6 in Coldest, Wettest
February 37°F (3°C) 4.3 in
March 39°F (4°C) 4.7 in
April 43°F (6°C) 2.6 in Driest
May 49°F (9°C) 3.1 in
June 53°F (12°C) 2.9 in
July 57°F (14°C) 3.1 in Warmest
August 56°F (13°C) 3.6 in
September 52°F (11°C) 4.8 in
October 47°F (8°C) 5.8 in
November 41°F (5°C) 5.6 in
December 38°F (3°C) 5.8 in

Braco has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 36°F in January to 57°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 52.7 inches, with January being the wettest month (6.6") and April the driest (2.6").

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50.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 48% above the national average of 33.7%. 84.0% have completed high school.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+50.0%
48% above United Kingdom avg
High School+84.0%
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density3/sq mi
Total Area177.5 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone60.0%
Public Transit18.0%
Work from Home24.0%

Schools in Braco

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Braco Primary School
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Radio Stations near Braco

14 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Clyde Built Radio arts, community radio MP3 128 kbps
Capital FM Glasgow AAC 48 kbps
Orryy Live 24/7, bouncy MP3
Celtic Music Radio MP3
CareSound Radio MP3 128 kbps
Buena Vida community radio, multi genre MP3 192 kbps
Regal Radio blues, community radio MP3 128 kbps
Go Radio Glasgow MP3 128 kbps
Jambo! Radio MP3 192 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
Stirling Community Radio MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Braco

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Alloa Tower
Argyll & Sutherland Highlanders Regimental HQ & Museum
Bannockburn Heritage Centre
Culross Palace
Cultybraggan Camp
Cultybraggan Camp Museum
Dollar Museum
Dunblane Museum
John Cowanes Hospital
Leighton Library
Menstrie Castle
Polmaise Colliery Museum
Smith Art Gallery & Museum
Stirling Old Town Jail
The Bastion & Thieves Pot
The Dunmore Pineapple
The Library of Innerpeffray

Libraries in Braco

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Auchterarder Library0.0
Bannockburn Library0.0
Bridge of Allan Library0.0
Cowie Library0.0
Denny Library0.0
Dollar Civic Centre0.0
Doune Library0.0
Dunblane Library0.0
Glenalmond College Library0.0
Grangemouth Library0.0
Kincardine Library0.0
Larbert Library0.0
Leighton Library0.0
Library0.0
Plean Library0.0
Speirs Centre0.0
Stirling Library0.0

Restaurants in Braco

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Poomjai Thai Kitchen Ltd

Cafes in Braco

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Starbucks

Monuments in Braco

1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Sheriffmuir Atlantic Wall

Castles in Braco

1 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Orchil Castle

Gas Stations in Braco

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Shell

Breweries in Braco

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Allanwater Brewery
Harviestoun Brewery Ltd
Williams Bros. Brewing Co.

Stadiums & Teams in Braco

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Braco

3 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
Glenshee Ski Center 0.0 $0

Airports Near Braco

25 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Edinburgh AirportEDILarge Airport
Glasgow AirportGLALarge Airport
Balado AirfieldSmall Airport
Blair Atholl AirfieldSmall Airport
Blair Drummond Private AirstripSmall Airport
Broomhill Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Buchlyvie AirstripSmall Airport
Cumbernauld AirportSmall Airport
Dollar airstripSmall Airport
East Lochlane Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Fife AirportSmall Airport
Kier Garden AirstripSmall Airport
Latch Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Mosside Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Nethershields Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Perth/Scone AirportPSLSmall Airport
PolmontSmall Airport
Portmoak Glider FieldSmall Airport
RAF KirknewtonSmall Airport
Sheardale airstripSmall Airport
Skydive StrathallanSmall Airport
South Barnbeth Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Strathaven AirfieldSmall Airport
Thankerton private airstripSmall Airport
Thornhill AirfieldSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Braco

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Ardoch Parish Church

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/London

🇬🇧 About United Kingdom

Capital London
Population 66,488,991
Area 244,820 km²
GDP (USD) $3,420,796,653,789
GDP per capita $49,944
HDI 0.940
Life expectancy 81.2 years
Internet users 96.3%
Urban population 83.2%
Currency GBP (Pound)
Languages English
Calling code +44
TLD .uk
Driving side left

Public Holidays in United Kingdom

14 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Jan 2 2 January 2 January
Mar 17 Saint Patrick's Day Saint Patrick's Day
Apr 3 Good Friday Good Friday
Apr 6 Easter Monday Easter Monday
May 4 Early May Bank Holiday Early May Bank Holiday
May 25 Spring Bank Holiday Spring Bank Holiday
Jun 15 World Cup Bank Holiday World Cup Bank Holiday
Jul 13 Battle of the Boyne Battle of the Boyne
Aug 3 Summer Bank Holiday Summer Bank Holiday
Aug 31 Summer Bank Holiday Summer Bank Holiday
Nov 30 Saint Andrew's Day Saint Andrew's Day
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day
Dec 28 St. Stephen's Day Boxing Day

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Frequently Asked Questions About Braco

What is the population of Braco?

Braco has a population of 590 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 177.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.6 years. The population is 50.5% female and 49.5% male.

Is Braco expensive to live in?

The median household income is $50,716, 33% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $285,648 (1% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,268 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.6x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Braco?

Braco has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 36°F in January, while summers reach an average of 57°F in July. The area receives 240 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 52.7 inches.

How is the job market in Braco?

Braco has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.8%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $975. There are 54 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Braco?

The median home value in Braco is $285,648. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,268. The homeownership rate is 65.0%.

How are the schools in Braco?

50.0% of adults in Braco 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 Braco?

90% of residents speak only English at home.

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