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Gordola, Switzerland

Ticino · 🇨🇭 Switzerland

Gordola is a small town in Ticino, Switzerland with a population of 3,974. Elevation: 814 ft (248 m). Average temperature: 57°F (14°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
3,974 Population
814 ft Elevation 248 meters
57°F Avg Temperature 14°C
75.4 in Annual Rain
Europe / Zurich Timezone
A+
Overall
4.6 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
4.6 / 5.0
45.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 45.0%
34% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 12.1%
62% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.9%
35% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.2%
98% lower than US avg

People

Population3,974
Median Age42.7 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$100,624
Unemployment4.9%
Poverty0.2%

Health

Obesity12.1%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking21.8%
Depression13.9%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)
AQI86 (Moderate)
Rain75.4 in/yr
Sunny Days282/yr
Elevation814 ft (248 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+45.0%
High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.3%
Population3,974
Elevation814 ft (248 m)
Coordinates46.1826°, 8.8666°
TimezoneEurope/Zurich
Country🇨🇭 Switzerland
State / ProvinceTicino
Average Temperature57°F (14°C)
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation75.4 inches (1,915 mm)
Annual Snowfall12.8 inches (33 cm)
Median Age42.7 years

Is Gordola a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Gordola receives an overall livability score of 4.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include a highly educated population, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Gordola stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 4.9%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 0.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 45.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 99.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Gordola enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 282 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 75.4 inches, including 12.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 86.

Gordola has a population of 3,974. The median age is 42.7 years, 10% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.3% female and 49.7% male. 20.0% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 87.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

3,974
Total Population
42.7yrs
Median Age
10% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Gordola vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Gordola vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Gordola is N/A. Per capita income is $100,624 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 4.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.2% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 107.8, slightly above the national baseline of 100.

Income: Gordola vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$100,624

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.9%
35% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.2%
98% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living107.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Gordola, 12.1% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 4.0% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 21.9% have high blood pressure. 21.8% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 9.2% report binge drinking. 85.7% are physically inactive, above the national average. 13.9% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity12.1%
62% below US avg
Diabetes4.0%
High Blood Pressure21.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking21.8%
56% above US avg
Binge Drinking9.2%
Physical Inactivity85.7%
Depression13.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.0%

Food & Exercise

Gordola enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 73°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 75.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 12.8 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 86 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 60% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 814 feet.

Temperature

42°F Jan (5°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average57.2°F
6% above US avg
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days282 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall75.4 inches
98% above US avg
Snowfall12.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median86.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %59.9%

Geography

Elevation814 ft (248 m)
Coordinates46.1826°N, 8.8666°W
TimezoneEurope/Zurich

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 42°F (5°C) 3.1 in
February 32°F (-0°C) 2.5 in Coldest, Driest
March 36°F (2°C) 3.6 in
April 41°F (5°C) 5.2 in
May 49°F (9°C) 6.1 in Wettest
June 55°F (13°C) 6.1 in
July 73°F (23°C) 5.4 in Warmest
August 59°F (15°C) 5.9 in
September 53°F (12°C) 5.9 in
October 45°F (7°C) 5.7 in
November 36°F (2°C) 4.2 in
December 32°F (0°C) 3.0 in

Gordola has a seasonal temperature swing of 42°F — from 32°F in February to 73°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 56.8 inches, with May being the wettest month (6.1") and February the driest (2.5").

45.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 34% above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school. 97.3% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+45.0%
34% above US avg
High School+99.0%
A+ Education Grade (4.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.3%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Gordola

What is the population of Gordola?

Gordola has a population of 3,974 residents and is located in Switzerland.. The median age of residents is 42.7 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.3% female and 49.7% male.

Is Gordola expensive to live in?

Gordola is slightly more expensive than average, with a cost of living index of 107.8 compared to the national baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Gordola?

Gordola enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 42°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 282 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 75.4 inches, with 12.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 86.

How is the job market in Gordola?

Gordola has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.9%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Gordola?

45.0% of adults in Gordola hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Gordola?

The obesity rate in Gordola is 12.1% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 21.8% of adults are smokers. 85.7% are physically inactive. 13.9% of residents report depression.

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