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Cabeceiras de Basto, Portugal

Braga · 🇵🇹 Portugal

Cabeceiras de Basto is a small city in Braga, Portugal with a population of 16,710. Elevation: 968 ft (295 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).

3.2 /5.0
B Good
16,710 Population
968 ft Elevation 295 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 12°C
51.7 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

Population16,710
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 Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI8 (Good)
Rain51.7 in/yr
Sunny Days242/yr
Elevation968 ft (295 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband85.8%
Population16,710
Elevation968 ft (295 m)
Coordinates41.5143°, -7.9894°
TimezoneEurope/Lisbon
Country🇵🇹 Portugal
State / ProvinceBraga
Average Temperature53°F (12°C)
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation51.7 inches (1,313 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age46.2 years

Is Cabeceiras de Basto a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cabeceiras de Basto 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. Cabeceiras de Basto 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

Cabeceiras de Basto experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. The area gets 242 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 51.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 8.

Cabeceiras de Basto has a population of 16,710. The median age is 46.2 years, 19% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

16,710
Total Population
46.2yrs
Median Age
19% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 47.6%
Female 52.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Cabeceiras de Basto vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Cabeceiras de Basto vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cabeceiras de Basto is N/A. The unemployment rate is 6.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.4% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Cabeceiras de Basto 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 Cabeceiras de Basto, 21.8% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 30.3% are current smokers. 11.4% report depression. 84.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Cabeceiras de Basto 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

Cabeceiras de Basto has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.7 inches. The area enjoys 242 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 8.

Temperature

42°F Jan (6°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average53.2°F
1% below US avg
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days242 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.7 inches
36% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median8.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.4%

Geography

Elevation968 ft (295 m)
Coordinates41.5143°N, 7.9894°W
TimezoneEurope/Lisbon
28.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (17% below US avg). 85.8% of households have broadband internet.

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

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