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Duns, United Kingdom

Scotland · 🇬🇧 United Kingdom

Duns is a small town in Scotland, United Kingdom with a population of 2,680. Elevation: 440 ft (134 m). Average temperature: 46°F (8°C).

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
2,680 Population
440 ft Elevation 134 meters
46°F Avg Temperature 8°C
32.2 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$42,672 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$42,672 median income, 4.8% unemployment
B+
Education
3.9 / 5.0
36.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $42,672
43% 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

Population2,680
Median Age40.6 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

B
Median Income$42,672
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)
Rain32.2 in/yr
Sunny Days278/yr
Elevation440 ft (134 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband96.3%
Population2,680
Elevation440 ft (134 m)
Coordinates55.7770°, -2.3458°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceScotland
Average Temperature46°F (8°C)
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Annual Precipitation32.2 inches (819 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$42,672
Median Age40.6 years

Is Duns a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Duns receives an overall livability score of 3.6 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. Duns offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Duns is $42,672, 43% 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

Duns experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July. With 278 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 32.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 9.

Duns has a population of 2,680. 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

2,680
Total Population
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Duns vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Duns vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Duns is $42,672, which is 43% 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: Duns vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$42,672
43% 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 Duns, 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: Duns 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

Duns experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July. The area gets 278 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 32.2 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 440 feet.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 57°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average45.6°F
16% below US avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Sunny Days278 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall32.2 inches
15% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median9.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.2%

Geography

Elevation440 ft (134 m)
Coordinates55.7770°N, 2.3458°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temp Precipitation
Jan 37°F (3°C)
3.0"
Feb 37°F (3°C)
2.2"
Mar 40°F (4°C)
2.4"
Apr 43°F (6°C)
2.0"
May 48°F (9°C)
2.2"
Jun 53°F (12°C)
2.3"
Jul 57°F (14°C)
2.5"
Aug 56°F (13°C)
3.0"
Sep 52°F (11°C)
3.0"
Oct 47°F (8°C)
3.4"
Nov 41°F (5°C)
3.2"
Dec 37°F (3°C)
3.0"

The warmest month is July at 57°F, while the coldest is January at 37°F — a seasonal swing of 20°F. October sees the most rain (3.4"), while April is the driest (2.0").

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

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