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Cupar, United Kingdom
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Cupar is a small city in Scotland, United Kingdom with a population of 9,270. Elevation: 92 ft (28 m). Average temperature: 47°F (8°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Cupar
Cupar is a town, former royal burgh and parish in Fife, Scotland. It lies between Dundee and Glenrothes. According to a 2011 population estimate, Cupar had a population around 9,000, making it the ninth-largest settlement in Fife, and the civil parish a population of 11,183. It is the historic county town of Fife, although the council now sits at Glenrothes.
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| Population | 9,270 |
| Population Density | 10 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 92 ft (28 m) |
| Coordinates | 56.3188°, -3.0120° |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
| Country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| State / Province | Scotland |
| Average Temperature | 47°F (8°C) |
| January Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 58°F (14°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 27.8 inches (706 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $49,420 |
| Median Age | 40.6 years |
About Cupar
Cupar is a small city in United Kingdom (Scotland) with a population of 9,270. The city sits at an elevation of 92 feet (28 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 47°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 38°F in January to 58°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 27.8 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.
Population
Gender Distribution
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Cupar vs United Kingdom Average
Income: Cupar vs United Kingdom
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $49,420 |
| 34% below United Kingdom avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $49,420 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $950 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 4.8% |
| 32% above United Kingdom avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 844 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 60.0% |
| Public Transit | 18.0% |
| Work from Home | 24.0% |
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $212,855 |
| 24% below United Kingdom avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,236 |
| 6% above United Kingdom avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 65.0% |
| Owner-Occupied | 65.0% |
| Renter-Occupied | 35.0% |
| Housing Units | 3,708 |
Property Tax
Climate in Cupar
Cupar has an average annual temperature of 9°C (48°F). The hottest month is Jul (15°C), the coldest is Jan (3.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 712 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 47.0°F |
| 13% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 58°F (14°C) |
| Sunny Days | 286 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 92 ft (28 m) |
| Area | 925.7 sq mi (2,397.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 10/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 56.3188°N, 3.0120°W |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 38°F (3°C) | 2.9 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 38°F (4°C) | 1.9 in | |
| March | 41°F (5°C) | 2.2 in | |
| April | 44°F (7°C) | 1.8 in | Driest |
| May | 49°F (10°C) | 2.1 in | |
| June | 55°F (13°C) | 2.2 in | |
| July | 58°F (14°C) | 2.2 in | Warmest |
| August | 58°F (14°C) | 2.2 in | |
| September | 54°F (12°C) | 2.6 in | |
| October | 48°F (9°C) | 2.8 in | |
| November | 42°F (6°C) | 2.4 in | |
| December | 39°F (4°C) | 2.6 in |
Cupar has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 38°F in January to 58°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 27.8 inches, with January being the wettest month (2.9") and April the driest (1.8").
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 50.0% |
| 48% above United Kingdom avg | |
| High School+ | 84.0% |
Area & Infrastructure
| Population Density | 10/sq mi |
| Total Area | 925.7 sq mi |
Services
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 60.0% |
| Public Transit | 18.0% |
| Work from Home | 24.0% |
Schools in Cupar
5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bell Baxter High School | - | - | - | - |
| Castlehill Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kilmaron School | - | - | - | - |
| St Columba's R C Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Westfield Family Nurture Centre | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Cupar
12 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Capital FM Edinburgh | edinburgh, pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| CareSound Radio | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Forth1 | pop music, popular | AAC+ 47 kbps | |
| East Coast FM Haddington | easy listening | MP3 320 kbps | |
| BFBS Scotland | - | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Edge 1 | - | MP3 | |
| Dundee Radio Club | community radio, field recordings | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Radio ENRG | alternative, edinburgh | MP3 | |
| 242 RADIO | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| EHFM | community radio, edinburgh | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio GH | folk | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Tay Bridges Radio | - | MP3 320 kbps |
Museums in Cupar
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adam Smith Heritage Centre | ||||
| Auld Wemyss Ways Heritage Centre | ||||
| Bell Pettigrew Museum | ||||
| Broughty Castle Museum | ||||
| Buckhaven Museum | ||||
| Coastal Centre Exhibition | ||||
| Cupar Heritage Centre | ||||
| D'Arcy Thompson Zoology Museum | ||||
| Discovery Point | ||||
| Dundee Museum of Transport | ||||
| Dundee Science Centre | ||||
| Fife Folk Museum | ||||
| HMS Unicorn | ||||
| Kirkcaldy Museum and Art Gallery | ||||
| Laing Museum | ||||
| Methil Heritage Centre | ||||
| MUSA Collections Centre | ||||
| Newburgh Heritage Centre | ||||
| R&A World Golf Museum | ||||
| Scotstarvit Tower | ||||
| St Andrews Castle Visitor Centre | ||||
| St Andrews Cathedral Museum | ||||
| St Andrews Museum | ||||
| St Andrews Preservation Trust Museum | ||||
| St Monans Heritage Collection | ||||
| Tayside Medical History Museum | ||||
| The McManus | ||||
| The McManus Collection's Unit | ||||
| V&A Dundee | ||||
| Verdant Works | ||||
| Wardlaw Museum | ||||
| Wemyss Cave Museum & Visitor Centre |
Libraries in Cupar
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ardler Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Arthurstone Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Auchtermuchty Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bernard King Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Blackness Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Broughty Ferry Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Buckhaven Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Cadham Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Cardenden Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Coldside Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Colinsburgh Galloway Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Cupar Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Dundee Central Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Elie Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Falkland Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Fintry Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| J F Allen Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Kennoway Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Kirkcaldy Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Ladybank Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Largo Library and Community Hub | 0.0 | |||||
| Leslie Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Leven Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Library & Learning Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| Lochee Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Main Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Martyrs Kirk Research Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Menzieshill Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Methil Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Monifieth Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Newburgh Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Newport Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Rothes Halls Library | 0.0 | |||||
| St Andrews Library | 0.0 | |||||
| St Monans Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Tayport Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Templehall Library | 0.0 | |||||
| The Hub Library & Learning Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| University of St Andrews Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Whitfield Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Windmill Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Cupar
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dundee Farmers' Market | |||||
| Errol Sunday Market | |||||
| Kirkcaldy Farmers Market |
Restaurants in Cupar
8 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Cupar
8 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Cupar
1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Cupar
1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Cupar
2 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Cupar
1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Cupar
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Cupar
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Cupar
1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Cupar
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Cupar
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abernyte Brewery | ||||
| Futtle | ||||
| Holy Goat Brewing | ||||
| MòR Beers | ||||
| St Andrews Brewing Company |
Stadiums & Teams in Cupar
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Cupar
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Glenshee Ski Center | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Cupar
35 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Edinburgh Airport | EDI | Large Airport |
| Dundee Airport | DND | Medium Airport |
| Leuchars Station Airfield | ADX | Medium Airport |
| Archerfield Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Balado Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Baldardo Field | - | Small Airport |
| Balgone Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Balgrummo Steading Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Broomhill Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Castleton Farm | - | Small Airport |
| Charterhall Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Dollar airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| East Fortune Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Eccles Newton Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Fife Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Forfar Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Hilton of Carslogie Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kingsmuir Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Kirriemuir Farm Strip | - | Small Airport |
| Latch Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Laurencekirk | - | Small Airport |
| Lempitlaw Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Montrose Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Nairns Mains Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Nether Huntlywood Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Netherley Private Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Perth/Scone Airport | PSL | Small Airport |
| Pilmuir Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Polmont | - | Small Airport |
| Portmoak Glider Field | - | Small Airport |
| RAF Kirknewton | - | Small Airport |
| Sheardale airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Skydive Strathallan | - | Small Airport |
| Teuchats Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Thankerton private airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Cupar
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Cupar Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Cupar
8 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Cupar Baptist Church | |
| Cupar Old & St Michael of Tarvit | |
| Dairsie Church | |
| Moonzie Kirk | |
| St Columba's RC Church | |
| St James the Great, Episcopal Church | |
| St John's Church | |
| The Old Parish Centre |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in United Kingdom
14 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Cupar
What is the population of Cupar?
Cupar has a population of 9,270 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 10 people per square mile, spread across 925.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.6 years. The population is 50.5% female and 49.5% male.
Is Cupar expensive to live in?
The median household income is $49,420, 34% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $212,855 (24% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,236 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.
What is the weather like in Cupar?
Cupar has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 58°F in July. The area receives 286 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 27.8 inches.
How is the job market in Cupar?
Cupar has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.8%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $950. There are 844 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Cupar?
The median home value in Cupar is $212,855. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,236. The homeownership rate is 65.0%.
How are the schools in Cupar?
50.0% of adults in Cupar 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 Cupar?
90% of residents speak only English at home.