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Calheta, Portugal

Azores · 🇵🇹 Portugal

Calheta is a small town in Azores, Portugal with a population of 3,773. Elevation: 69 ft (21 m). Average temperature: 62°F (16°C).

3.2 /5.0
B Good
3,773 Population
69 ft Elevation 21 meters
62°F Avg Temperature 16°C
52.8 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

Population3,773
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 Temp62°F (16°C)
AQI8 (Good)
Rain52.8 in/yr
Sunny Days240/yr
Elevation69 ft (21 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband85.8%
Population3,773
Elevation69 ft (21 m)
Coordinates38.6019°, -28.0179°
TimezoneAtlantic/Azores
Country🇵🇹 Portugal
State / ProvinceAzores
Average Temperature62°F (16°C)
January Average56°F (13°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation52.8 inches (1,342 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age46.2 years

Is Calheta a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Calheta 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. Calheta 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

Calheta enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 56°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 240 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 52.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 8.

Calheta has a population of 3,773. 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

3,773
Total Population
46.2yrs
Median Age
19% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 47.6%
Female 52.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Calheta vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Calheta vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Calheta 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: Calheta 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 Calheta, 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: Calheta 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

Calheta enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (16°C). Winters average 56°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 240 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 52.8 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 69 feet.

Temperature

56°F Jan (13°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average61.5°F
14% above US avg
January Average56°F (13°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days240 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall52.8 inches
39% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median8.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.4%

Geography

Elevation69 ft (21 m)
Coordinates38.6019°N, 28.0179°W
TimezoneAtlantic/Azores

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 56°F (13°C) 6.7 in Wettest
February 55°F (13°C) 5.2 in Coldest
March 56°F (13°C) 5.0 in
April 57°F (14°C) 3.8 in
May 60°F (15°C) 3.3 in
June 64°F (18°C) 2.3 in
July 68°F (20°C) 1.9 in Driest
August 70°F (21°C) 2.7 in Warmest
September 69°F (20°C) 4.3 in
October 64°F (18°C) 5.5 in
November 61°F (16°C) 5.9 in
December 58°F (14°C) 6.3 in

Calheta has a seasonal temperature swing of 15°F — from 55°F in February to 70°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 52.8 inches, with January being the wettest month (6.7") and July the driest (1.9").

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 Calheta

What is the population of Calheta?

Calheta has a population of 3,773 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 Calheta expensive to live in?

Calheta 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 Calheta?

Calheta enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 56°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 240 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 52.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 8.

How is the job market in Calheta?

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

How are the schools in Calheta?

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

How healthy is Calheta?

The obesity rate in Calheta 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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