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Carnoustie, United Kingdom

Scotland · 🇬🇧 United Kingdom

Carnoustie is a small city in Scotland, United Kingdom with a population of 11,430. Elevation: 49 ft (15 m). Average temperature: 46°F (8°C).

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
11,430 Population 8,106/sq mi density
49 ft Elevation 15 meters
46°F Avg Temperature 8°C
28.4 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$47,360 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$47,360 median income, 4.8% unemployment
B+
Education
3.9 / 5.0
36.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $47,360
37% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 36.2%
7% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.8%
16% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.8%
32% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.5%
96% lower than US avg

People

Population11,430
Median Age40.6 yrs
Density8,106/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

B+
Median Income$47,360
Per Capita$49,944
Unemployment4.8%
Poverty0.5%

Health

Obesity26.8%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking9.8%
Depression13.5%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
AQI9 (Good)
Rain28.4 in/yr
Sunny Days285/yr
Elevation49 ft (15 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+36.2%
High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband96.3%
Population11,430
Population Density8,106 / sq mi
Elevation49 ft (15 m)
Coordinates56.5026°, -2.7053°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceScotland
Average Temperature46°F (8°C)
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average58°F (14°C)
Annual Precipitation28.4 inches (720 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$47,360
Median Age40.6 years

Is Carnoustie a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Carnoustie receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Carnoustie offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Carnoustie is $47,360, 37% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.8%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 0.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 36.2% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 99.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Carnoustie experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July. With 285 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 28.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 9.

Carnoustie has a population of 11,430 with a density of 8,106 people per square mile, spread across 1.4 square miles. The median age is 40.6 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.8% female and 49.2% male. 21.4% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 88.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

11,430
Total Population
8,106
People / sq mi
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Carnoustie vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Carnoustie vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Carnoustie is $47,360, which is 37% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $49,944 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 4.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.5% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 85.9, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Carnoustie vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$47,360
37% below US avg
Per Capita Income$49,944

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.8%
32% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.5%
96% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living85.90 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Carnoustie, 26.8% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 5.8% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 26.4% have high blood pressure. 9.8% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 10.9% report binge drinking. 79.9% are physically inactive, above the national average. 13.5% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.8%
16% below US avg
Diabetes5.8%
High Blood Pressure26.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking9.8%
30% below US avg
Binge Drinking10.9%
Physical Inactivity79.9%
Depression13.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.0%

Food & Exercise

Carnoustie experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July. The area gets 285 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 28.4 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 9 — among the cleanest air in the country. 93% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 49 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 58°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average46.1°F
15% below US avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average58°F (14°C)
Sunny Days285 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall28.4 inches
25% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median9.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.2%

Geography

Elevation49 ft (15 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.7 km²)
Population Density8,106/sq mi
Coordinates56.5026°N, 2.7053°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 36°F (2°C) 3.0 in Coldest, Wettest
February 37°F (3°C) 2.0 in
March 40°F (5°C) 2.1 in
April 44°F (7°C) 1.8 in Driest
May 49°F (10°C) 2.1 in
June 54°F (12°C) 2.1 in
July 58°F (14°C) 2.1 in Warmest
August 57°F (14°C) 2.4 in
September 53°F (12°C) 2.6 in
October 47°F (8°C) 2.9 in
November 40°F (5°C) 2.6 in
December 37°F (3°C) 2.6 in

Carnoustie has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F — from 36°F in January to 58°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 28.4 inches, with January being the wettest month (3.0") and April the driest (1.8").

36.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 7% above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school. 96.3% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+36.2%
7% above US avg
High School+99.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density8,106/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access96.3%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Carnoustie

What is the population of Carnoustie?

Carnoustie has a population of 11,430 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 8,106 people per square mile, spread across 1.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.6 years. The population is 50.8% female and 49.2% male.

Is Carnoustie expensive to live in?

Carnoustie is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 85.9 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $47,360, 37% below the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in Carnoustie?

Carnoustie 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 58°F in July. The area receives 285 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 28.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 9.

How is the job market in Carnoustie?

Carnoustie has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.8%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Carnoustie?

36.2% of adults in Carnoustie hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Carnoustie?

The obesity rate in Carnoustie is 26.8% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 9.8% of adults are smokers. 79.9% are physically inactive. 13.5% of residents report depression.

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