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Grantown on Spey, United Kingdom

Scotland · 🇬🇧 United Kingdom

Grantown on Spey is a small town in Scotland, United Kingdom with a population of 2,440. Elevation: 732 ft (223 m). Average temperature: 44°F (6°C).

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
2,440 Population
732 ft Elevation 223 meters
44°F Avg Temperature 6°C
39.7 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$50,470 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$50,470 median income, 4.8% unemployment
B+
Education
3.9 / 5.0
36.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $50,470
33% 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

Population2,440
Median Age40.6 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

B+
Median Income$50,470
Per Capita$49,944
Unemployment4.8%
Poverty0.5%

Health

Obesity26.8%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking9.8%
Depression13.5%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (6°C)
AQI9 (Good)
Rain39.7 in/yr
Sunny Days264/yr
Elevation732 ft (223 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband96.3%
Population2,440
Elevation732 ft (223 m)
Coordinates57.3305°, -3.6087°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceScotland
Average Temperature44°F (6°C)
January Average35°F (1°C)
July Average55°F (13°C)
Annual Precipitation39.7 inches (1,008 mm)
Annual Snowfall7.7 inches (20 cm)
Median Household Income$50,470
Median Age40.6 years

Is Grantown on Spey a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Grantown on Spey is $50,470, 33% 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

Grantown on Spey has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 55°F in July. With 264 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.7 inches, including 7.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 9.

Grantown on Spey has a population of 2,440. 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

2,440
Total Population
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Grantown on Spey vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Grantown on Spey vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Grantown on Spey is $50,470, which is 33% 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: Grantown on Spey vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$50,470
33% 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 Grantown on Spey, 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: Grantown on Spey 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

Grantown on Spey has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (6°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 55°F in July. 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 39.7 inches. The area receives 7.7 inches of snow annually. 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 732 feet.

Temperature

35°F Jan (1°C) 55°F Jul (13°C)
Annual Average43.6°F
19% below US avg
January Average35°F (1°C)
July Average55°F (13°C)
Sunny Days264 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.7 inches
4% above US avg
Snowfall7.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median9.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.2%

Geography

Elevation732 ft (223 m)
Coordinates57.3305°N, 3.6087°W
TimezoneEurope/London
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

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access96.3%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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