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Erice, Italy

Sicily · 🇮🇹 Italy

Erice is a small town in Sicily, Italy with a population of 565. Elevation: 2,464 ft (751 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
565 Population
2,464 ft Elevation 751 meters
63°F Avg Temperature 17°C
19.5 in Annual Rain
Europe / Rome Timezone
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
3.7 / 5.0
34.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 34.2%
1% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 17.3%
46% lower than US avg
Unemployment 6.4%
78% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.9%
93% lower than US avg

People

Population565
Median Age47.3 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$39,277
Unemployment6.4%
Poverty0.9%

Health

Obesity17.3%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking21.8%
Depression7.2%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)
AQI16 (Good)
Rain19.5 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation2,464 ft (751 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+34.2%
High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.0%
Population565
Elevation2,464 ft (751 m)
Coordinates38.0379°, 12.5878°
TimezoneEurope/Rome
Country🇮🇹 Italy
State / ProvinceSicily
Average Temperature63°F (17°C)
January Average52°F (11°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation19.5 inches (496 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age47.3 years

Is Erice a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Erice 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. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Erice offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The unemployment rate of 6.4% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 0.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 34.2% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 99.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Erice enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 19.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 16.

Erice has a population of 565. The median age is 47.3 years, 22% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.1% female and 48.9% male. 26.1% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 82.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

565
Total Population
47.3yrs
Median Age
22% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.9%
Female 51.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Erice vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Erice vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Erice is N/A. Per capita income is $39,277. The unemployment rate is 6.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.9% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 65.1, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Erice vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$39,277

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.4%
78% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.9%
93% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living65.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Erice, 17.3% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 5.8% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 33.8% have high blood pressure. 21.8% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 8.3% report binge drinking. 88.6% are physically inactive, above the national average. 7.2% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity17.3%
46% below US avg
Diabetes5.8%
High Blood Pressure33.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking21.8%
56% above US avg
Binge Drinking8.3%
Physical Inactivity88.6%
Depression7.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.0%

Food & Exercise

Erice enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. The area gets 301 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 19.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 16 — among the cleanest air in the country. 92% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 2,464 feet.

Temperature

52°F Jan (11°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average63.3°F
17% above US avg
January Average52°F (11°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall19.5 inches
49% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median16.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.8%

Geography

Elevation2,464 ft (751 m)
Coordinates38.0379°N, 12.5878°W
TimezoneEurope/Rome

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 52°F (11°C) 2.3 in
February 52°F (11°C) 2.0 in Coldest
March 54°F (12°C) 1.8 in
April 58°F (14°C) 1.6 in
May 64°F (18°C) 0.8 in
June 71°F (22°C) 0.2 in
July 76°F (25°C) 0.1 in Driest
August 78°F (25°C) 0.5 in Warmest
September 73°F (23°C) 1.7 in
October 67°F (19°C) 2.9 in
November 59°F (15°C) 3.0 in Wettest
December 55°F (13°C) 2.6 in

Erice has a seasonal temperature swing of 26°F — from 52°F in February to 78°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 19.5 inches, with November being the wettest month (3.0") and July the driest (0.1").

34.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 1% above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school. 87.0% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+34.2%
1% above US avg
High School+99.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Erice

What is the population of Erice?

Erice has a population of 565 residents and is located in Italy.. The median age of residents is 47.3 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.1% female and 48.9% male.

Is Erice expensive to live in?

Erice is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 65.1 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Erice?

Erice enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 52°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 301 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 19.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 16.

How is the job market in Erice?

The unemployment rate in Erice is 6.4%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition.

How are the schools in Erice?

34.2% of adults in Erice hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Erice?

The obesity rate in Erice is 17.3% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 21.8% of adults are smokers. 88.6% are physically inactive. 7.2% of residents report depression.

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