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Fajã de Baixo, Portugal

Azores · 🇵🇹 Portugal

Fajã de Baixo is a small town in Azores, Portugal with a population of 4,915. Elevation: 121 ft (37 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
4,915 Population
121 ft Elevation 37 meters
63°F Avg Temperature 17°C
39.8 in Annual Rain
Atlantic / Azores Timezone
$29,268 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$29,268 median income, 6.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$550/mo rent
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
28.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $29,268
61% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 28.0%
17% lower than US avg
Median Rent $550
53% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 21.8%
32% lower than US avg
Unemployment 6.2%
71% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.4%
97% lower than US avg

People

Population4,915
Median Age46.2 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

B
Median Income$29,268
Per Capita$27,635
Unemployment6.2%
Poverty0.4%

Housing

A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$550
OwnershipN/A

Health

Obesity21.8%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking30.3%
Depression11.4%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)
AQI8 (Good)
Rain39.8 in/yr
Sunny Days264/yr
Elevation121 ft (37 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+28.0%
High School+94.5%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband85.8%
Population4,915
Elevation121 ft (37 m)
Coordinates37.7500°, -25.6500°
TimezoneAtlantic/Azores
Country🇵🇹 Portugal
State / ProvinceAzores
Average Temperature63°F (17°C)
January Average57°F (14°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation39.8 inches (1,010 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$29,268
Median Age46.2 years

Is Fajã de Baixo a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Fajã de Baixo is $29,268, 61% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.2% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 0.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $550 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

28.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.5% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Fajã de Baixo enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 57°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 264 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 8.

Fajã de Baixo has a population of 4,915. The median age is 46.2 years, 19% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 52.4% female and 47.6% male. 24.5% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 83.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

4,915
Total Population
46.2yrs
Median Age
19% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 47.6%
Female 52.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Fajã de Baixo vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Fajã de Baixo vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fajã de Baixo is $29,268, which is 61% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $27,635 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 6.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.4% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 56.7, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Fajã de Baixo vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$29,268
61% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,635

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.2%
71% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.4%
97% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living56.70 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $550 (53% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$550
53% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied73.7%

Property Tax

In Fajã de Baixo, 21.8% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 6.8% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 32.3% have high blood pressure. 30.3% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 11.2% report binge drinking. 84.3% are physically inactive, above the national average. 11.4% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Fajã de Baixo vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity21.8%
32% below US avg
Diabetes6.8%
High Blood Pressure32.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking30.3%
116% above US avg
Binge Drinking11.2%
Physical Inactivity84.3%
Depression11.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate83.0%

Food & Exercise

Fajã de Baixo enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 57°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 264 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 39.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 8 — among the cleanest air in the country. 93% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 121 feet.

Temperature

57°F Jan (14°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average62.6°F
16% above US avg
January Average57°F (14°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days264 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.8 inches
5% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median8.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.4%

Geography

Elevation121 ft (37 m)
Coordinates37.7500°N, 25.6500°W
TimezoneAtlantic/Azores

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 57°F (14°C) 4.4 in
February 57°F (14°C) 3.8 in Coldest
March 57°F (14°C) 3.5 in
April 58°F (15°C) 2.8 in
May 61°F (16°C) 2.4 in
June 65°F (18°C) 1.8 in
July 69°F (21°C) 1.3 in Driest
August 71°F (22°C) 2.1 in Warmest
September 70°F (21°C) 3.5 in
October 66°F (19°C) 4.4 in
November 62°F (17°C) 5.0 in Wettest
December 59°F (15°C) 4.9 in

Fajã de Baixo has a seasonal temperature swing of 15°F — from 57°F in February to 71°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 39.8 inches, with November being the wettest month (5.0") and July the driest (1.3").

28.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 17% below the national average of 33.7%. 94.5% have completed high school. 85.8% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+28.0%
17% below US avg
High School+94.5%
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access85.8%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Fajã de Baixo

What is the population of Fajã de Baixo?

Fajã de Baixo has a population of 4,915 residents and is located in Portugal.. The median age of residents is 46.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 52.4% female and 47.6% male.

Is Fajã de Baixo expensive to live in?

Fajã de Baixo is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 56.7 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $29,268, 61% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $550 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

What is the weather like in Fajã de Baixo?

Fajã de Baixo enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 57°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 264 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 39.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 8.

How is the job market in Fajã de Baixo?

The unemployment rate in Fajã de Baixo is 6.2%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition.

How much does housing cost in Fajã de Baixo?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $550.

How are the schools in Fajã de Baixo?

28.0% of adults in Fajã de Baixo hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.5% have completed high school.

How healthy is Fajã de Baixo?

The obesity rate in Fajã de Baixo is 21.8% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 30.3% of adults are smokers. 84.3% are physically inactive. 11.4% of residents report depression.

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