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Ilminster, United Kingdom

England · 🇬🇧 United Kingdom

Ilminster is a small city in England, United Kingdom with a population of 5,808. Elevation: 154 ft (47 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
5,808 Population
154 ft Elevation 47 meters
52°F Avg Temperature 11°C
38.3 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
3.9 / 5.0
36.2% bachelor's degree or higher
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

Population5,808
Median Age40.6 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$49,944
Unemployment4.8%
Poverty0.5%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI9 (Good)
Rain38.3 in/yr
Sunny Days219/yr
Elevation154 ft (47 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband96.3%
Population5,808
Elevation154 ft (47 m)
Coordinates50.9268°, -2.9101°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature52°F (11°C)
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation38.3 inches (973 mm)
Annual Snowfall3.3 inches (8 cm)
Median Age40.6 years

Is Ilminster a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ilminster receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Ilminster offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

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

Ilminster experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. The area gets 219 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 38.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 9.

Ilminster has a population of 5,808. 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. English is the primary language spoken at home by 95.4% of residents. 21.4% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 88.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

5,808
Total Population
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Ilminster vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.4%
22% above US avg
Other Languages4.6%

Social Characteristics

Ilminster vs U.S. Average

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

Commute Mode

Income

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 Ilminster, 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: Ilminster 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

Ilminster experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 219 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 38.3 inches. The area receives 3.3 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 154 feet.

Temperature

42°F Jan (5°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average52.4°F
3% below US avg
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days219 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.3 inches
1% above US avg
Snowfall3.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median9.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.2%

Geography

Elevation154 ft (47 m)
Coordinates50.9268°N, 2.9101°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temp Precipitation
Jan 42°F (5°C)
3.8"
Feb 41°F (5°C)
2.8"
Mar 44°F (7°C)
2.8"
Apr 47°F (8°C)
2.3"
May 53°F (11°C)
2.3"
Jun 58°F (14°C)
2.4"
Jul 61°F (16°C)
2.4"
Aug 61°F (16°C)
2.8"
Sep 57°F (14°C)
3.0"
Oct 52°F (11°C)
3.4"
Nov 46°F (8°C)
3.7"
Dec 43°F (6°C)
3.9"

The warmest month is August at 61°F, while the coldest is February at 41°F — a seasonal swing of 20°F. December sees the most rain (3.9"), while April is the driest (2.3").

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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