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Edzell, United Kingdom

Scotland · 🇬🇧 United Kingdom

Edzell is a small town in Scotland, United Kingdom with a population of 900. Elevation: 194 ft (59 m). Average temperature: 46°F (8°C).

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
900 Population
194 ft Elevation 59 meters
46°F Avg Temperature 8°C
26.9 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$47,360 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$47,360 median income, 4.8% unemployment
B+
Education
3.9 / 5.0
36.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $47,360
37% 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

Population900
Median Age40.6 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

B+
Median Income$47,360
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)
Rain26.9 in/yr
Sunny Days287/yr
Elevation194 ft (59 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband96.3%
Population900
Elevation194 ft (59 m)
Coordinates56.8091°, -2.6561°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceScotland
Average Temperature46°F (8°C)
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average58°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation26.9 inches (684 mm)
Annual Snowfall2.7 inches (7 cm)
Median Household Income$47,360
Median Age40.6 years

Is Edzell a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Edzell is $47,360, 37% 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

Edzell experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July. With 287 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 26.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 9.

Edzell has a population of 900. 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

900
Total Population
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Edzell vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Edzell vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Edzell is $47,360, which is 37% 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: Edzell vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$47,360
37% 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 Edzell, 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: Edzell 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

Edzell experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July. The area gets 287 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 26.9 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 2.7 inches of snow annually. 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 194 feet.

Temperature

35°F Jan (2°C) 58°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average46.1°F
15% below US avg
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average58°F (15°C)
Sunny Days287 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall26.9 inches
29% below US avg
Snowfall2.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median9.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.2%

Geography

Elevation194 ft (59 m)
Coordinates56.8091°N, 2.6561°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 35°F (2°C) 2.7 in Coldest
February 36°F (2°C) 1.8 in
March 41°F (5°C) 2.0 in
April 44°F (7°C) 1.7 in Driest
May 50°F (10°C) 2.1 in
June 55°F (13°C) 1.9 in
July 58°F (15°C) 2.2 in Warmest
August 58°F (14°C) 2.6 in
September 53°F (12°C) 2.5 in
October 47°F (8°C) 2.8 in Wettest
November 40°F (4°C) 2.4 in
December 36°F (2°C) 2.3 in

Edzell has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F — from 35°F in January to 58°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 26.9 inches, with October being the wettest month (2.8") and April the driest (1.7").

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Edzell

What is the population of Edzell?

Edzell has a population of 900 residents and is located in United Kingdom.. The median age of residents is 40.6 years. The population is 50.8% female and 49.2% male.

Is Edzell expensive to live in?

Edzell 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 $47,360, 37% below the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in Edzell?

Edzell has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 35°F in January, while summers reach an average of 58°F in July. The area receives 287 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 26.9 inches, with 2.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 9.

How is the job market in Edzell?

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

How are the schools in Edzell?

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

How healthy is Edzell?

The obesity rate in Edzell 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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