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Cromarty, United Kingdom

Scotland · United Kingdom

Cromarty is a small town in Scotland, United Kingdom with a population of 740. Elevation: 33 ft (10 m). Average temperature: 46°F (8°C).

Data updated June 2026

4.0 /5.0
A Great
740 Population 463/sq mi density
33 ft Elevation 10 meters
46°F Avg Temperature 8°C
35.7 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$50,470 Median Income
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$50,470 median income, 4.8% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.7 / 5.0
$263,722 home value, $1,262/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
50.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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People

Population740
Median Age40.6 yrs
Density463/mi²
Male / Female50% / 51%

Economy

B
Median Income$50,470
Per Capita$50,470
Unemployment4.8%

Housing

B+
Home Value$263,722
Rent$1,262
Ownership65.0%
Housing Units296

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
Rain35.7 in/yr
Sunny Days271/yr
Elevation33 ft (10 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+50.0%
High School+84.0%

Community

Population740
Population Density463 / sq mi
Elevation33 ft (10 m)
Coordinates57.6810°, -4.0341°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceScotland
Average Temperature46°F (8°C)
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Annual Precipitation35.7 inches (907 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$50,470
Median Age40.6 years

About Cromarty

Cromarty is a small town in United Kingdom (Scotland) with a population of 740. The city sits at an elevation of 33 feet (10 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 46°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 38°F in January to 57°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 35.7 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Cromarty has a population of 740 with a density of 463 people per square mile, spread across 1.6 square miles. The median age is 40.6 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.5% female and 49.5% male. English is the primary language spoken at home by 90% of residents.

Population

740
Total Population
463
People / sq mi
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above United Kingdom avg
1.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.5%
Female 50.5%

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 90.0%
15% above United Kingdom avg
Other Languages 10.0%

Social Characteristics

Cromarty vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Cromarty is $50,470, which is 33% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $50,470 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $971, 32% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.8% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 67 business establishments. 24.0% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Cromarty vs United Kingdom

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Income

Median HH Income$50,470
33% below United Kingdom avg
Per Capita Income$50,470
Avg Weekly Wage$971

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.8%
32% above United Kingdom avg
Establishments (County)67

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone60.0%
Public Transit18.0%
Work from Home24.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Cromarty is $263,722, 6% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,262 (9% above the national average of $1,163). 65.0% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 296 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.2x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$263,722
6% below United Kingdom avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,262
9% above United Kingdom avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership65.0%
Owner-Occupied65.0%
Renter-Occupied35.0%
Housing Units296

Property Tax

Climate in Cromarty

Cromarty has an average annual temperature of 9°C (48°F). The hottest month is Jul (15°C), the coldest is Dec (4°C). Average annual precipitation is 664 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 4.1°C / 39°F 1.5° / 6.7° 49.6
Feb 4.4°C / 40°F 1.4° / 7.4° 43.5
Mar 5.9°C / 43°F 2.4° / 9.4° 39.6
Apr 8°C / 46°F 4° / 12° 42.0
May 10.4°C / 51°F 6.2° / 14.6° 50.7
Jun 12.9°C / 55°F 9.1° / 16.7° 61.4
Jul 15°C / 59°F 11.2° / 18.9° 60.3
Aug 14.8°C / 59°F 10.9° / 18.6° 66.8
Sep 12.7°C / 55°F 9.1° / 16.3° 66.9
Oct 9.6°C / 49°F 6.3° / 12.8° 71.8
Nov 6.4°C / 44°F 3.6° / 9.2° 56.9
Dec 4°C / 39°F 1.4° / 6.6° 54.4
Cromarty experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 271 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 35.7 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 33 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 57°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average46.4°F
14% below United Kingdom avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Sunny Days271 days/yr

Geography

Elevation33 ft (10 m)
Area1.6 sq mi (4.1 km²)
Population Density463/sq mi
Coordinates57.6810°N, 4.0341°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 35.7"
6% below United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Nov) 3.82"
Driest Month (Apr) 2.01"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

8 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.8. Most recent: M3.8 on Aug 4, 2017.

Aug 4, 2017 31 km NE of Tobermory, United Kingdom M3.8 139 km
Jan 23, 2011 28 km NE of Tobermory, United Kingdom M3.5 142 km
Aug 17, 1994 40 km SE of Portree, United Kingdom M3.2 118 km
May 18, 2013 27 km NE of Tobermory, United Kingdom M2.9 143 km
Jun 8, 2006 35 km ENE of Portree, United Kingdom M2.9 97 km
Jul 26, 1992 45 km E of Portree, United Kingdom M2.8 88 km
Aug 28, 1995 5 km NNW of Aviemore, United Kingdom M2.7 50 km
Jan 9, 1990 29 km W of Aberfeldy, United Kingdom M2.5 117 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 38°F (3°C) 3.6 in Coldest
February 38°F (3°C) 2.4 in
March 41°F (5°C) 3.1 in
April 44°F (7°C) 2.0 in Driest
May 49°F (9°C) 2.2 in
June 53°F (12°C) 2.6 in
July 57°F (14°C) 2.6 in Warmest
August 57°F (14°C) 3.0 in
September 53°F (11°C) 3.4 in
October 48°F (9°C) 3.5 in
November 42°F (5°C) 3.8 in Wettest
December 39°F (4°C) 3.5 in

Cromarty has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 38°F in January to 57°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 35.7 inches, with November being the wettest month (3.8") and April the driest (2.0").

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50.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 48% above the national average of 33.7%. 84.0% have completed high school.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+50.0%
48% above United Kingdom avg
High School+84.0%
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density463/sq mi
Total Area1.6 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone60.0%
Public Transit18.0%
Work from Home24.0%

Schools in Cromarty

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Nigg Primary School — — — —
Cromarty Primary School — — — —
Milton Primary School — — — —
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Radio Stations near Cromarty

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Cromarty

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Abertarff House
Behind the Radar
Culloden Battlefield Visitor Centre
Groam House Museum
Historylinks
Hugh Miller's Museum and Cottage
Invergordon Naval Museum & Heritage Centre
Inverness Museum & Art Gallery
Nairn Museum
Rosemarkie Bay Exhibition
Tain & District Museum
Tain & District Museum and Clan Ross Centre
Tarbat Discovery Centre
The Highlanders' Museum
The Old Court house
The Scottish Kiltmaker Visitor Centre

Libraries in Cromarty

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Alness Library0.0
Cromarty Library0.0
Invergordon Library0.0
Inverness Library0.0
Nairn Library0.0
Tain Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Cromarty

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Community market

Hotels in Cromarty

2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

The Factor's House
The Royal Hotel

Cafes in Cromarty

3 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cromarty Cafe
Slaughterhouse Coffee
Sutor Creek Cafe

Cinemas in Cromarty

1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cromarty Cinema

Theatres in Cromarty

3 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cromarty Training Centre - The Old Brewery
The Stables
The Victoria Hall

Monuments in Cromarty

2 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Mercat Cross
Mercat Cross

Castles in Cromarty

1 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cromarty House

Breweries in Cromarty

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Cromarty Brewing Company

Stadiums & Teams in Cromarty

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Cromarty

15 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Inverness AirportINVMedium Airport
RAF LossiemouthLMOMedium Airport
Ballone Castle Airstrip—Small Airport
Bennetsfield Private Airstrip—Small Airport
Culbokie Airstrip—Small Airport
Dornoch Airfield—Small Airport
Easter Airfield—Small Airport
Easterton Glider Field—Small Airport
Feshiebridge Glider Field—Small Airport
Fort Augustus Airstrip—Small Airport
Knockbain Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Kylarrick House Airstrip—Small Airport
Shempston Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Tain Ultralight Airstrip—Small Airport
Tullochgribban-High Airstrip—Small Airport

Post Offices in Cromarty

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Cromarty Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Cromarty

5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Kilmuir Easter
Nigg Old Parish Church
St Regulus Episcopal church
Totem Pole
West Church

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/London

🇬🇧 About United Kingdom

Capital London
Population 66,488,991
Area 244,820 km²
GDP (USD) $3,420,796,653,789
GDP per capita $49,944
HDI 0.940
Life expectancy 81.2 years
Internet users 96.3%
Urban population 83.2%
Currency GBP (Pound)
Languages English
Calling code +44
TLD .uk
Driving side left

Public Holidays in United Kingdom

14 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Jan 2 2 January 2 January
Mar 17 Saint Patrick's Day Saint Patrick's Day
Apr 3 Good Friday Good Friday
Apr 6 Easter Monday Easter Monday
May 4 Early May Bank Holiday Early May Bank Holiday
May 25 Spring Bank Holiday Spring Bank Holiday
Jun 15 World Cup Bank Holiday World Cup Bank Holiday
Jul 13 Battle of the Boyne Battle of the Boyne
Aug 3 Summer Bank Holiday Summer Bank Holiday
Aug 31 Summer Bank Holiday Summer Bank Holiday
Nov 30 Saint Andrew's Day Saint Andrew's Day
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day
Dec 28 St. Stephen's Day Boxing Day

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Frequently Asked Questions About Cromarty

What is the population of Cromarty?

Cromarty has a population of 740 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 463 people per square mile, spread across 1.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.6 years. The population is 50.5% female and 49.5% male.

Is Cromarty expensive to live in?

The median household income is $50,470, 33% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $263,722 (6% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,262 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.2x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Cromarty?

Cromarty has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 57°F in July. The area receives 271 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 35.7 inches.

How is the job market in Cromarty?

Cromarty has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.8%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $971. There are 67 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Cromarty?

The median home value in Cromarty is $263,722. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,262. The homeownership rate is 65.0%.

How are the schools in Cromarty?

50.0% of adults in Cromarty hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 84.0% have completed high school.

What are the demographics of Cromarty?

90% of residents speak only English at home.

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