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Empingham, United Kingdom

England · 🇬🇧 United Kingdom

Empingham is a small town in England, United Kingdom with a population of 880. Elevation: 240 ft (73 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).

4.1 /5.0
A Great
880 Population 116/sq mi density
240 ft Elevation 73 meters
52°F Avg Temperature 11°C
31.2 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$49,944 Median Income
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$49,944 median income, 4.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$900/mo rent
A
Safety
4.2 / 5.0
1 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
B+
Education
3.9 / 5.0
36.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $49,944
34% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 1/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 36.2%
7% higher than US avg
Median Rent $900
23% lower 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

Population880
Median Age40.6 yrs
Density116/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

B+
Median Income$49,944
Per Capita$49,944
Unemployment4.8%
Poverty0.5%

Housing

A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$900
OwnershipN/A

Crime

A
Violent1/100K
PropertyN/A
Murder1.1/100K

Health

Obesity26.8%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking9.8%
Depression13.5%
Heart Disease11.0%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI9 (Good)
Rain31.2 in/yr
Sunny Days224/yr
Elevation240 ft (73 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband96.3%
Population880
Population Density116 / sq mi
Elevation240 ft (73 m)
Coordinates52.6672°, -0.5960°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature52°F (11°C)
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation31.2 inches (793 mm)
Annual Snowfall5.8 inches (15 cm)
Median Household Income$49,944
Median Age40.6 years

Is Empingham a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Empingham receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low crime rates, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Empingham stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Empingham is $49,944, 34% 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%.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $900 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Safety & Crime

Empingham is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 1 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380.

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

Empingham experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. The area gets 224 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 31.2 inches, including 5.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 9.

Empingham has a population of 880 with a density of 116 people per square mile, spread across 7.6 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

880
Total Population
116
People / sq mi
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
7.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Empingham vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Empingham vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Empingham is $49,944, which is 34% 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: Empingham vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$49,944
34% 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

Monthly rent averages $900 (23% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$900
23% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied63.0%
Renter-Occupied37.0%

Property Tax

In Empingham, 26.8% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 5.8% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 11.0% of residents, above the national average. 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). 2.9% experience frequent mental distress.

Health Metrics: Empingham vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.8%
16% below US avg
Diabetes5.8%
Heart Disease11.0%
High Blood Pressure26.4%
COPD1.9%
Kidney Disease2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking9.8%
30% below US avg
Binge Drinking10.9%
Physical Inactivity79.9%
Depression13.5%
Mental Distress2.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.0%
Premature Death110/100K

Food & Exercise

Empingham has a violent crime rate of 1 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. The murder rate is 1.1 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Overall, Empingham receives a safety grade of A.

Crime Rates: Empingham vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent1.1/100K
100% below US avg
Murder1.1/100K
82% below US avg

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety GradeA
Safety Score4.2 / 5.0
Empingham experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. The area gets 224 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 31.2 inches. The area receives 5.8 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 240 feet.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average51.8°F
4% below US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days224 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall31.2 inches
18% below US avg
Snowfall5.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median9.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.2%

Geography

Elevation240 ft (73 m)
Area7.6 sq mi (19.7 km²)
Population Density116/sq mi
Coordinates52.6672°N, 0.5960°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 41°F (5°C) 2.3 in
February 39°F (4°C) 1.8 in Coldest, Driest
March 42°F (6°C) 1.9 in
April 45°F (7°C) 2.0 in
May 51°F (11°C) 1.9 in
June 57°F (14°C) 2.2 in
July 62°F (17°C) 1.9 in Warmest
August 61°F (16°C) 2.4 in
September 56°F (13°C) 2.2 in
October 50°F (10°C) 2.2 in
November 43°F (6°C) 2.3 in
December 40°F (4°C) 2.4 in Wettest

Empingham has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F — from 39°F in February to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 25.6 inches, with December being the wettest month (2.4") and February the driest (1.8").

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 Density116/sq mi
Total Area7.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access96.3%

Safety & Disasters

A Safety Grade (4.2/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Empingham

What is the population of Empingham?

Empingham has a population of 880 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 116 people per square mile, spread across 7.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.6 years. The population is 50.8% female and 49.2% male.

Is Empingham expensive to live in?

Empingham 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 $49,944, 34% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $900 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

Is Empingham safe?

Empingham is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 1 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Overall, Empingham receives a safety grade of A based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Empingham?

Empingham has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 224 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 31.2 inches, with 5.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 9.

How is the job market in Empingham?

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

How much does housing cost in Empingham?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $900.

How are the schools in Empingham?

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

How healthy is Empingham?

The obesity rate in Empingham 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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