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Cabeça Gorda, Portugal

Beja · 🇵🇹 Portugal

Cabeça Gorda is a small town in Beja, Portugal with a population of 1,386. Elevation: 620 ft (189 m). Average temperature: 62°F (17°C).

3.2 /5.0
B Good
1,386 Population 46/sq mi density
620 ft Elevation 189 meters
62°F Avg Temperature 17°C
21.2 in Annual Rain
Europe / Lisbon 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

Population1,386
Median Age46.2 yrs
Density46/mi²
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 Temp62°F (17°C)
AQI8 (Good)
Rain21.2 in/yr
Sunny Days297/yr
Elevation620 ft (189 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband85.8%
Population1,386
Population Density46 / sq mi
Elevation620 ft (189 m)
Coordinates37.9240°, -7.7929°
TimezoneEurope/Lisbon
Country🇵🇹 Portugal
State / ProvinceBeja
Average Temperature62°F (17°C)
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation21.2 inches (539 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age46.2 years

Is Cabeça Gorda a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cabeça Gorda 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. Cabeça Gorda 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

Cabeça Gorda enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 297 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 21.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 8.

Cabeça Gorda has a population of 1,386 with a density of 46 people per square mile, spread across 30.2 square miles. 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

1,386
Total Population
46
People / sq mi
46.2yrs
Median Age
19% above US avg
30.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.6%
Female 52.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Cabeça Gorda vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Cabeça Gorda vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cabeça Gorda 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: Cabeça Gorda 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 Cabeça Gorda, 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: Cabeça Gorda 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

Cabeça Gorda enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. The area gets 297 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 21.2 inches (drier 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 620 feet.

Temperature

50°F Jan (10°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average62.2°F
15% above US avg
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Sunny Days297 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall21.2 inches
44% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median8.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.4%

Geography

Elevation620 ft (189 m)
Area30.2 sq mi (78.2 km²)
Population Density46/sq mi
Coordinates37.9240°N, 7.7929°W
TimezoneEurope/Lisbon

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 50°F (10°C) 3.0 in Coldest
February 52°F (11°C) 2.2 in
March 55°F (13°C) 1.6 in
April 58°F (14°C) 2.2 in
May 63°F (17°C) 1.6 in
June 71°F (21°C) 0.7 in
July 76°F (25°C) 0.1 in Warmest, Driest
August 76°F (24°C) 0.2 in
September 72°F (22°C) 0.9 in
October 65°F (18°C) 2.3 in
November 57°F (14°C) 2.8 in
December 52°F (11°C) 3.7 in Wettest

Cabeça Gorda has a seasonal temperature swing of 26°F — from 50°F in January to 76°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 21.2 inches, with December being the wettest month (3.7") and July the driest (0.1").

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

Population Density46/sq mi
Total Area30.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access85.8%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Cabeça Gorda

What is the population of Cabeça Gorda?

Cabeça Gorda has a population of 1,386 residents and is located in Portugal. The population density is 46 people per square mile, spread across 30.2 square miles. 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 Cabeça Gorda expensive to live in?

Cabeça Gorda 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 Cabeça Gorda?

Cabeça Gorda enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 50°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 297 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 21.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 8.

How is the job market in Cabeça Gorda?

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

How are the schools in Cabeça Gorda?

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

How healthy is Cabeça Gorda?

The obesity rate in Cabeça Gorda 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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