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Cockenzie, United Kingdom

Scotland · 🇬🇧 United Kingdom

Cockenzie is a small city in Scotland, United Kingdom with a population of 5,660. Elevation: 23 ft (7 m). Average temperature: 51°F (10°C).

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
5,660 Population
23 ft Elevation 7 meters
51°F Avg Temperature 10°C
44.3 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$49,167 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$49,167 median income, 4.8% unemployment
B+
Education
3.9 / 5.0
36.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $49,167
35% 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

Population5,660
Median Age40.6 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

B+
Median Income$49,167
Per Capita$49,944
Unemployment4.8%
Poverty0.5%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (10°C)
AQI9 (Good)
Rain44.3 in/yr
Sunny Days205/yr
Elevation23 ft (7 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband96.3%
Population5,660
Elevation23 ft (7 m)
Coordinates55.9682°, -2.9656°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceScotland
Average Temperature51°F (10°C)
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average60°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation44.3 inches (1,124 mm)
Annual Snowfall7.5 inches (19 cm)
Median Household Income$49,167
Median Age40.6 years

Is Cockenzie a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cockenzie is $49,167, 35% 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

Cockenzie experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. The area gets 205 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 44.3 inches, including 7.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 9.

Cockenzie has a population of 5,660. 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

5,660
Total Population
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Cockenzie vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Cockenzie vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cockenzie is $49,167, which is 35% 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: Cockenzie vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$49,167
35% 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 Cockenzie, 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: Cockenzie 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

Cockenzie experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 205 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 44.3 inches. The area receives 7.5 inches of snow annually. 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 23 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

42°F Jan (5°C) 60°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average50.7°F
6% below US avg
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average60°F (15°C)
Sunny Days205 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.3 inches
16% above US avg
Snowfall7.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median9.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.2%

Geography

Elevation23 ft (7 m)
Coordinates55.9682°N, 2.9656°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temp Precipitation
Jan 42°F (5°C)
2.8"
Feb 38°F (3°C)
2.0"
Mar 41°F (5°C)
2.3"
Apr 44°F (7°C)
1.8"
May 49°F (9°C)
2.1"
Jun 54°F (12°C)
2.3"
Jul 60°F (15°C)
2.5"
Aug 57°F (14°C)
2.8"
Sep 53°F (12°C)
2.8"
Oct 48°F (9°C)
3.0"
Nov 42°F (5°C)
2.8"
Dec 39°F (4°C)
2.6"

The warmest month is July at 60°F, while the coldest is February at 38°F — a seasonal swing of 22°F. October sees the most rain (3.0"), while April is 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

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access96.3%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Cockenzie

What is the population of Cockenzie?

Cockenzie has a population of 5,660 residents and is located in United Kingdom.. The median age of residents is 40.6 years. The population is 50.8% female and 49.2% male.

Is Cockenzie expensive to live in?

Cockenzie 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 $49,167, 35% below the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in Cockenzie?

Cockenzie has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 42°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 205 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 44.3 inches, with 7.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 9.

How is the job market in Cockenzie?

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

How are the schools in Cockenzie?

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

How healthy is Cockenzie?

The obesity rate in Cockenzie 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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