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Cottenham, United Kingdom

England · 🇬🇧 United Kingdom

Cottenham is a small city in England, United Kingdom with a population of 5,903. Elevation: 43 ft (13 m). Average temperature: 53°F (11°C).

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
5,903 Population
43 ft Elevation 13 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 11°C
34.0 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$62,123 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$62,123 median income, 3.3% unemployment
B+
Education
3.9 / 5.0
36.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $62,123
17% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 36.2%
7% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.8%
16% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.3%
8% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.5%
96% lower than US avg

People

Population5,903
Median Age40.6 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 4%
Veterans3.6%

Economy

A
Median Income$62,123
Per Capita$49,944
Unemployment3.3%
Poverty0.5%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (11°C)
AQI9 (Good)
Rain34.0 in/yr
Sunny Days219/yr
Elevation43 ft (13 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband96.3%
Population5,903
Elevation43 ft (13 m)
Coordinates52.2874°, 0.1254°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature53°F (11°C)
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation34.0 inches (864 mm)
Annual Snowfall3.0 inches (8 cm)
Median Household Income$62,123
Median Age40.6 years

Is Cottenham a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cottenham receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Cottenham offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cottenham is $62,123, 17% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.3%, 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

Cottenham experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. The area gets 219 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 34.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 9.

Cottenham has a population of 5,903. The median age is 40.6 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (3.7%), with 2% Black, 89% Asian.

Population

5,903
Total Population
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Cottenham vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only91.0%
16% above US avg
Other Languages9%

Social Characteristics

Cottenham vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cottenham is $62,123, which is 17% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.5% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Cottenham vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$62,123
17% below US avg
Per Capita Income$49,944

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.3%
8% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.5%
96% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living85.90 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone40.7%
Public Transit2.9%
Work from Home43.8%

Walkability

In Cottenham, 26.8% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 9.8% are current smokers. 13.5% report depression. 79.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Cottenham 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

Cottenham has an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.0 inches. The area enjoys 219 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 9.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average52.6°F
3% below US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days219 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.0 inches
11% below US avg
Snowfall3.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median9.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.2%

Geography

Elevation43 ft (13 m)
Coordinates52.2874°N, 0.1254°W
TimezoneEurope/London
36.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (7% above US avg). 96.3% of households have broadband internet.

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

Drive Alone40.7%
Public Transit2.9%
Work from Home43.8%

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