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Garmouth, United Kingdom

Scotland · 🇬🇧 United Kingdom

Garmouth is a small town in Scotland, United Kingdom with a population of 580. Elevation: 56 ft (17 m). Average temperature: 46°F (8°C).

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
580 Population 3,625/sq mi density
56 ft Elevation 17 meters
46°F Avg Temperature 8°C
30.0 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$43,108 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$43,108 median income, 4.8% unemployment
B+
Education
3.9 / 5.0
36.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $43,108
43% 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

Population580
Median Age40.6 yrs
Density3,625/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

B
Median Income$43,108
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)
Rain30.0 in/yr
Sunny Days282/yr
Elevation56 ft (17 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband96.3%
Population580
Population Density3,625 / sq mi
Elevation56 ft (17 m)
Coordinates57.6645°, -3.1088°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceScotland
Average Temperature46°F (8°C)
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Annual Precipitation30.0 inches (763 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$43,108
Median Age40.6 years

Is Garmouth a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Garmouth 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, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Garmouth offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Garmouth is $43,108, 43% 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

Garmouth experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July. With 282 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 30.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 9.

Garmouth has a population of 580 with a density of 3,625 people per square mile, spread across 0.2 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

580
Total Population
3,625
People / sq mi
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Garmouth vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Garmouth vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Garmouth is $43,108, which is 43% 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: Garmouth vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$43,108
43% 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 Garmouth, 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: Garmouth 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

Garmouth experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July. The area gets 282 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 30.0 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). 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 56 feet.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 57°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average45.9°F
15% below US avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Sunny Days282 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall30.0 inches
21% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median9.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.2%

Geography

Elevation56 ft (17 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density3,625/sq mi
Coordinates57.6645°N, 3.1088°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 37°F (3°C) 2.8 in Coldest
February 38°F (3°C) 2.1 in
March 40°F (5°C) 2.3 in
April 43°F (6°C) 1.9 in Driest
May 48°F (9°C) 2.1 in
June 53°F (12°C) 2.3 in
July 57°F (14°C) 2.4 in Warmest
August 56°F (14°C) 2.7 in
September 52°F (11°C) 2.9 in
October 47°F (8°C) 3.0 in Wettest
November 42°F (5°C) 3.0 in
December 38°F (4°C) 2.6 in

Garmouth has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F — from 37°F in January to 57°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 30.0 inches, with October being the wettest month (3.0") and April the driest (1.9").

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 Density3,625/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access96.3%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Garmouth

What is the population of Garmouth?

Garmouth has a population of 580 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 3,625 people per square mile, spread across 0.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.6 years. The population is 50.8% female and 49.2% male.

Is Garmouth expensive to live in?

Garmouth 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 $43,108, 43% below the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in Garmouth?

Garmouth has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 37°F in January, while summers reach an average of 57°F in July. The area receives 282 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 30.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 9.

How is the job market in Garmouth?

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

How are the schools in Garmouth?

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

How healthy is Garmouth?

The obesity rate in Garmouth 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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