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Isle of Bute, United Kingdom

Scotland · United Kingdom

Isle of Bute is a small city in Scotland, United Kingdom with a population of 7,228. Elevation: 26 ft (8 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).

Data updated June 2026

4.1 /5.0
A Great
7,228 Population 1/sq mi density
26 ft Elevation 8 meters
48°F Avg Temperature 9°C
71.0 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$49,543 Median Income
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$49,543 median income, 4.8% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.2 / 5.0
$217,874 home value, $1,239/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
50.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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About Isle of Bute

The Isle of Bute, known as Bute, is an island in the Firth of Clyde in Scotland. It is divided into highland and lowland areas by the Highland Boundary Fault.

People

Population7,228
Median Age40.6 yrs
Density1/mi²
Male / Female50% / 51%

Economy

B
Median Income$49,543
Per Capita$49,543
Unemployment4.8%

Housing

A
Home Value$217,874
Rent$1,239
Ownership65.0%
Housing Units2,891

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
Rain71.0 in/yr
Sunny Days207/yr
Elevation26 ft (8 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+50.0%
High School+84.0%

Community

Population7,228
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation26 ft (8 m)
Coordinates55.8366°, -5.0559°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceScotland
Average Temperature48°F (9°C)
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Annual Precipitation71.0 inches (1,803 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$49,543
Median Age40.6 years

About Isle of Bute

Isle of Bute is a small city in United Kingdom (Scotland) with a population of 7,228. The city sits at an elevation of 26 feet (8 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 48°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 40°F in January to 57°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 71.0 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Isle of Bute has a population of 7,228 with a density of 1 people per square mile, spread across 6,357.5 square miles. The median age is 40.6 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.5% female and 49.5% male. English is the primary language spoken at home by 90% of residents.

Population

7,228
Total Population
1
People / sq mi
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above United Kingdom avg
6,357.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.5%
Female 50.5%

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 90.0%
15% above United Kingdom avg
Other Languages 10.0%

Social Characteristics

Isle of Bute vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Isle of Bute is $49,543, which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $49,543 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $953, 33% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.8% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 658 business establishments. 24.0% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Isle of Bute vs United Kingdom

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$49,543
34% below United Kingdom avg
Per Capita Income$49,543
Avg Weekly Wage$953

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.8%
32% above United Kingdom avg
Establishments (County)658

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone60.0%
Public Transit18.0%
Work from Home24.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Isle of Bute is $217,874, 23% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,239 (7% above the national average of $1,163). 65.0% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 2,891 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$217,874
23% below United Kingdom avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,239
7% above United Kingdom avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership65.0%
Owner-Occupied65.0%
Renter-Occupied35.0%
Housing Units2,891

Property Tax

Isle of Bute experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°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 71.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 26 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

40°F Jan (5°C) 57°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average47.8°F
11% below United Kingdom avg
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Sunny Days207 days/yr

Geography

Elevation26 ft (8 m)
Area6,357.5 sq mi (16,465.9 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates55.8366°N, 5.0559°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 71.0"
87% above United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 8.46"
Driest Month (May) 3.62"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

14 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.8. Most recent: M2.6 on Nov 1, 2017.

Aug 4, 2017 31 km NE of Tobermory, United Kingdom M3.8 119 km
May 3, 1998 Scotland, United Kingdom M3.5 66 km
Jan 23, 2011 28 km NE of Tobermory, United Kingdom M3.5 118 km
Jan 26, 1990 34 km N of Isle of Islay, United Kingdom M3.0 81 km
Jun 20, 2003 12 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom M3.0 54 km
May 18, 2013 27 km NE of Tobermory, United Kingdom M2.9 112 km
May 13, 2001 3 km W of Locharbriggs, United Kingdom M2.9 121 km
Jun 20, 2003 14 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom M2.8 54 km
Aug 27, 1992 33 km NNE of Isle of Islay, United Kingdom M2.7 66 km
Mar 7, 1998 13 km E of Oban, United Kingdom M2.7 65 km
Nov 30, 1997 4 km NNE of Kippen, United Kingdom M2.7 68 km
Nov 1, 2017 2 km NNW of Tarbert, United Kingdom M2.6 24 km
Jun 20, 2003 12 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom M2.5 54 km
Jan 9, 1990 29 km W of Aberfeldy, United Kingdom M2.5 100 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
720 HEBRIDES (SCOTLAND) Questionable Earthquake — — 100 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 40°F (5°C) 8.5 in Wettest
February 40°F (5°C) 5.3 in Coldest
March 42°F (5°C) 6.5 in
April 45°F (7°C) 3.9 in
May 51°F (10°C) 3.6 in Driest
June 54°F (12°C) 3.8 in
July 57°F (14°C) 4.3 in Warmest
August 57°F (14°C) 5.2 in
September 54°F (12°C) 6.9 in
October 49°F (9°C) 7.4 in
November 44°F (7°C) 7.6 in
December 41°F (5°C) 8.0 in

Isle of Bute has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 40°F in February to 57°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 71.0 inches, with January being the wettest month (8.5") and May the driest (3.6").

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50.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 48% above the national average of 33.7%. 84.0% have completed high school.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+50.0%
48% above United Kingdom avg
High School+84.0%
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density1/sq mi
Total Area6,357.5 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone60.0%
Public Transit18.0%
Work from Home24.0%

Schools in Isle of Bute

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
St Andrew's Primary School — — — —
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Radio Stations near Isle of Bute

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Isle of Bute

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Benmore Gallery
Bute Museum
Cartoon Exhibition
Castle House Museum Dunoon
Colintraive Heritage Centre
Heritage Centre
Kelburn Museum
Largs Museum
Museum of the Cumbraes
Skelmorlie Secret Bunker Museum
West Kilbride Museum

Libraries in Isle of Bute

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Fairlie Library0.0
Garrison House0.0
Largs Library0.0
Rothesay Library0.0
West Kilbride Library0.0

Hotels in Isle of Bute

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Victoria Hotel

Restaurants in Isle of Bute

2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Rumours Bistro
Simply Delicious

Cafes in Isle of Bute

3 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ambience
Callows
The West End Cafe

Cinemas in Isle of Bute

1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Winter Garden Cinema

Veterinaries in Isle of Bute

1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bute & Cowal Vets

Gas Stations in Isle of Bute

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Gleaner Petrol Station
Rothesay Motors Filling Station

Breweries in Isle of Bute

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Arran Brewery

Stadiums & Teams in Isle of Bute

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Isle of Bute

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Snow Factor 0.0 — — $0 — — —

Airports Near Isle of Bute

14 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Glasgow AirportGLALarge Airport
Glasgow Prestwick AirportPIKLarge Airport
Campbeltown AirportCALMedium Airport
Buchlyvie Airstrip—Small Airport
Bute Airfield—Small Airport
Carlung Farm—Small Airport
Gigha Airfield—Small Airport
Glensanda Airstrip—Small Airport
Kildalloig Airstrip—Small Airport
Kilkerran UL—Small Airport
Mayfield Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
New Grimmet Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Oban AirportOBNSmall Airport
South Barnbeth Farm Airstrip—Small Airport

Post Offices in Isle of Bute

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Rothesay Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Isle of Bute

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Bute Baptist Church
St Andrew’s Roman Catholic Church, Rothesay
St Ninians Chapel (ruin)
St Peter's Episcopal Church

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UFO Sightings
1
Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/London

🇬🇧 About United Kingdom

Capital London
Population 66,488,991
Area 244,820 km²
GDP (USD) $3,420,796,653,789
GDP per capita $49,944
HDI 0.940
Life expectancy 81.2 years
Internet users 96.3%
Urban population 83.2%
Currency GBP (Pound)
Languages English
Calling code +44
TLD .uk
Driving side left

Public Holidays in United Kingdom

14 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Jan 2 2 January 2 January
Mar 17 Saint Patrick's Day Saint Patrick's Day
Apr 3 Good Friday Good Friday
Apr 6 Easter Monday Easter Monday
May 4 Early May Bank Holiday Early May Bank Holiday
May 25 Spring Bank Holiday Spring Bank Holiday
Jun 15 World Cup Bank Holiday World Cup Bank Holiday
Jul 13 Battle of the Boyne Battle of the Boyne
Aug 3 Summer Bank Holiday Summer Bank Holiday
Aug 31 Summer Bank Holiday Summer Bank Holiday
Nov 30 Saint Andrew's Day Saint Andrew's Day
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day
Dec 28 St. Stephen's Day Boxing Day

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Frequently Asked Questions About Isle of Bute

What is the population of Isle of Bute?

Isle of Bute has a population of 7,228 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 6,357.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.6 years. The population is 50.5% female and 49.5% male.

Is Isle of Bute expensive to live in?

The median household income is $49,543, 34% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $217,874 (23% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,239 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.4x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Isle of Bute?

Isle of Bute has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°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 71.0 inches.

How is the job market in Isle of Bute?

Isle of Bute has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.8%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $953. There are 658 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Isle of Bute?

The median home value in Isle of Bute is $217,874. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,239. The homeownership rate is 65.0%.

How are the schools in Isle of Bute?

50.0% of adults in Isle of Bute hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 84.0% have completed high school.

What are the demographics of Isle of Bute?

90% of residents speak only English at home.

Nearby Cities

Rothesay, SCT 4,540 pop · 0.0 mi Port Bannatyne, SCT 1,200 pop · 1.4 mi Wemyss Bay, SCT 2,580 pop · 7.0 mi Skelmorlie, SCT 1,990 pop · 7.0 mi Isle of Cumbrae, SCT 1,434 pop · 7.1 mi Millport, SCT 1,280 pop · 7.7 mi Largs, SCT 11,340 pop · 8.0 mi Inverkip, SCT 3,060 pop · 8.7 mi Dunoon, SCT 8,160 pop · 9.3 mi Fairlie, SCT 1,440 pop · 9.6 mi Sandbank, SCT 1,380 pop · 10.9 mi Gourock, SCT 10,570 pop · 12.6 mi West Kilbride, SCT 4,760 pop · 12.7 mi Kilcreggan, SCT 1,290 pop · 13.7 mi
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