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Isle of Arran, United Kingdom

Scotland · 🇬🇧 United Kingdom

Isle of Arran is a small city in Scotland, United Kingdom with a population of 5,058. Elevation: 942 ft (287 m). Average temperature: 47°F (9°C).

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
5,058 Population
942 ft Elevation 287 meters
47°F Avg Temperature 9°C
70.9 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

Population5,058
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 Temp47°F (9°C)
AQI9 (Good)
Rain70.9 in/yr
Sunny Days207/yr
Elevation942 ft (287 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband96.3%
Population5,058
Elevation942 ft (287 m)
Coordinates55.5815°, -5.2123°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceScotland
Average Temperature47°F (9°C)
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Annual Precipitation70.9 inches (1,801 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age40.6 years

Is Isle of Arran a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Isle of Arran 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. Isle of Arran 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

Isle of Arran experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July. The area gets 207 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 70.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 9.

Isle of Arran has a population of 5,058. 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

5,058
Total Population
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Isle of Arran vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Isle of Arran vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Isle of Arran 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: Isle of Arran 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 Isle of Arran, 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: Isle of Arran 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

Isle of Arran experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 47°F (9°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 207 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 70.9 inches (wetter 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 942 feet.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 57°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average47.3°F
12% below US avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Sunny Days207 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall70.9 inches
87% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median9.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.2%

Geography

Elevation942 ft (287 m)
Coordinates55.5815°N, 5.2123°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 40°F (4°C) 8.3 in Wettest
February 39°F (4°C) 5.4 in Coldest
March 41°F (5°C) 6.6 in
April 45°F (7°C) 4.0 in
May 50°F (10°C) 3.7 in Driest
June 54°F (12°C) 3.9 in
July 57°F (14°C) 4.4 in Warmest
August 57°F (14°C) 5.3 in
September 53°F (12°C) 6.6 in
October 48°F (9°C) 7.3 in
November 44°F (6°C) 7.6 in
December 40°F (5°C) 7.9 in

Isle of Arran has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F — from 39°F in February to 57°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 70.9 inches, with January being the wettest month (8.3") and May the driest (3.7").

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Isle of Arran

What is the population of Isle of Arran?

Isle of Arran has a population of 5,058 residents and is located in United Kingdom.. The median age of residents is 40.6 years. The population is 50.8% female and 49.2% male.

Is Isle of Arran expensive to live in?

Isle of Arran is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 85.9 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Isle of Arran?

Isle of Arran has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 57°F in July. The area receives 207 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 70.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 9.

How is the job market in Isle of Arran?

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

How are the schools in Isle of Arran?

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

How healthy is Isle of Arran?

The obesity rate in Isle of Arran 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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