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Furnas, Portugal

Azores · 🇵🇹 Portugal

Furnas is a small town in Azores, Portugal with a population of 1,599. Elevation: 791 ft (241 m). Average temperature: 60°F (15°C).

3.2 /5.0
B Good
1,599 Population 122/sq mi density
791 ft Elevation 241 meters
60°F Avg Temperature 15°C
43.5 in Annual Rain
Atlantic / Azores Timezone
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
28.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 28.0%
17% 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

Population1,599
Median Age46.2 yrs
Density122/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$27,635
Unemployment6.2%
Poverty0.4%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp60°F (15°C)
AQI8 (Good)
Rain43.5 in/yr
Sunny Days257/yr
Elevation791 ft (241 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband85.8%
Population1,599
Population Density122 / sq mi
Elevation791 ft (241 m)
Coordinates37.7757°, -25.3104°
TimezoneAtlantic/Azores
Country🇵🇹 Portugal
State / ProvinceAzores
Average Temperature60°F (15°C)
January Average54°F (12°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation43.5 inches (1,106 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age46.2 years

Is Furnas a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Furnas receives an overall livability score of 3.2 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. Furnas offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

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%.

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

Furnas enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. With 257 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 43.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 8.

Furnas has a population of 1,599 with a density of 122 people per square mile, spread across 13.1 square miles. 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

1,599
Total Population
122
People / sq mi
46.2yrs
Median Age
19% above US avg
13.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.6%
Female 52.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Furnas vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Furnas vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Furnas is N/A. 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: Furnas vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

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

In Furnas, 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: Furnas 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

Furnas enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 257 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 43.5 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 791 feet.

Temperature

54°F Jan (12°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average59.8°F
11% above US avg
January Average54°F (12°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days257 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.5 inches
15% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median8.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.4%

Geography

Elevation791 ft (241 m)
Area13.1 sq mi (33.9 km²)
Population Density122/sq mi
Coordinates37.7757°N, 25.3104°W
TimezoneAtlantic/Azores

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 54°F (12°C) 4.8 in
February 54°F (12°C) 4.1 in Coldest
March 55°F (13°C) 3.9 in
April 56°F (13°C) 3.3 in
May 58°F (15°C) 2.6 in
June 62°F (17°C) 1.9 in
July 66°F (19°C) 1.6 in Driest
August 68°F (20°C) 2.3 in Warmest
September 67°F (19°C) 3.8 in
October 63°F (17°C) 4.8 in
November 59°F (15°C) 5.5 in Wettest
December 56°F (14°C) 5.1 in

Furnas has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F — from 54°F in February to 68°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 43.5 inches, with November being the wettest month (5.5") and July the driest (1.6").

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

Population Density122/sq mi
Total Area13.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access85.8%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Furnas

What is the population of Furnas?

Furnas has a population of 1,599 residents and is located in Portugal. The population density is 122 people per square mile, spread across 13.1 square miles. 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 Furnas expensive to live in?

Furnas is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 56.7 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Furnas?

Furnas enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 54°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 257 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 43.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 8.

How is the job market in Furnas?

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

How are the schools in Furnas?

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

How healthy is Furnas?

The obesity rate in Furnas 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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