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Dornoch, United Kingdom

Scotland · 🇬🇧 United Kingdom

Dornoch is a small town in Scotland, United Kingdom with a population of 1,270. Elevation: 43 ft (13 m). Average temperature: 46°F (8°C).

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
1,270 Population 1,443/sq mi density
43 ft Elevation 13 meters
46°F Avg Temperature 8°C
40.6 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$50,470 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$50,470 median income, 4.8% unemployment
B+
Education
3.9 / 5.0
36.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $50,470
33% 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

Population1,270
Median Age40.6 yrs
Density1,443/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

B+
Median Income$50,470
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)
Rain40.6 in/yr
Sunny Days262/yr
Elevation43 ft (13 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband96.3%
Population1,270
Population Density1,443 / sq mi
Elevation43 ft (13 m)
Coordinates57.8805°, -4.0288°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceScotland
Average Temperature46°F (8°C)
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average56°F (13°C)
Annual Precipitation40.6 inches (1,032 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$50,470
Median Age40.6 years

Is Dornoch a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Dornoch 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. Dornoch offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Dornoch is $50,470, 33% 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

Dornoch experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 56°F in July. With 262 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 9.

Dornoch has a population of 1,270 with a density of 1,443 people per square mile, spread across 0.9 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

1,270
Total Population
1,443
People / sq mi
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Dornoch vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Dornoch vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dornoch is $50,470, which is 33% 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: Dornoch vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$50,470
33% 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 Dornoch, 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: Dornoch 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

Dornoch experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 56°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 262 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 40.6 inches. 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 43 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 56°F Jul (13°C)
Annual Average46.1°F
15% below US avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average56°F (13°C)
Sunny Days262 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.6 inches
7% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median9.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.2%

Geography

Elevation43 ft (13 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.3 km²)
Population Density1,443/sq mi
Coordinates57.8805°N, 4.0288°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 38°F (3°C) 4.1 in Coldest
February 38°F (3°C) 2.8 in
March 41°F (5°C) 3.6 in
April 44°F (6°C) 2.4 in Driest
May 48°F (9°C) 2.4 in
June 53°F (12°C) 2.8 in
July 56°F (13°C) 2.9 in Warmest
August 56°F (13°C) 3.3 in
September 52°F (11°C) 3.9 in
October 48°F (9°C) 4.1 in
November 42°F (5°C) 4.4 in Wettest
December 38°F (3°C) 4.0 in

Dornoch has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F — from 38°F in January to 56°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 40.6 inches, with November being the wettest month (4.4") and April the driest (2.4").

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 Density1,443/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access96.3%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Dornoch

What is the population of Dornoch?

Dornoch has a population of 1,270 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 1,443 people per square mile, spread across 0.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.6 years. The population is 50.8% female and 49.2% male.

Is Dornoch expensive to live in?

Dornoch 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 $50,470, 33% below the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in Dornoch?

Dornoch 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 56°F in July. The area receives 262 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 40.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 9.

How is the job market in Dornoch?

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

How are the schools in Dornoch?

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

How healthy is Dornoch?

The obesity rate in Dornoch 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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