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Kidwelly, United Kingdom

Wales · 🇬🇧 United Kingdom

Kidwelly is a small town in Wales, United Kingdom with a population of 2,782. Elevation: 52 ft (16 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
2,782 Population
52 ft Elevation 16 meters
50°F Avg Temperature 10°C
45.0 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$47,504 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$47,504 median income, 4.6% unemployment
B+
Education
3.9 / 5.0
36.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $47,504
37% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 36.2%
7% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.8%
16% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.6%
28% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.5%
96% lower than US avg

People

Population2,782
Median Age40.6 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 1%
Veterans4.7%

Economy

B+
Median Income$47,504
Per Capita$49,944
Unemployment4.6%
Poverty0.5%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI9 (Good)
Rain45.0 in/yr
Sunny Days254/yr
Elevation52 ft (16 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband96.3%
Population2,782
Elevation52 ft (16 m)
Coordinates51.7364°, -4.3033°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceWales
Average Temperature50°F (10°C)
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation45.0 inches (1,142 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$47,504
Median Age40.6 years

Is Kidwelly a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kidwelly 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. Kidwelly offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Kidwelly is $47,504, 37% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.6%, 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

Kidwelly experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. With 254 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 45.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 9.

Kidwelly has a population of 2,782. 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. The city is predominantly Asian (97.2%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 97.4% of residents. 4.7% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 21.4% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 88.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

2,782
Total Population
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Kidwelly vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.4%
24% above US avg
Other Languages2.6%

Social Characteristics

Kidwelly vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kidwelly is $47,504, which is 37% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $49,944 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 4.6% (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. 23.5% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Kidwelly vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$47,504
37% below US avg
Per Capita Income$49,944

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.6%
28% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.5%
96% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living85.90 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone62.0%
Public Transit1.6%
Work from Home23.5%

Walkability

In Kidwelly, 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: Kidwelly 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

Kidwelly experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 254 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 45.0 inches. 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 52 feet.

Temperature

42°F Jan (5°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average50.3°F
7% below US avg
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days254 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.0 inches
18% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median9.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.2%

Geography

Elevation52 ft (16 m)
Coordinates51.7364°N, 4.3033°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 42°F (5°C) 4.7 in
February 41°F (5°C) 3.4 in Coldest
March 44°F (7°C) 3.5 in
April 47°F (8°C) 2.7 in
May 52°F (11°C) 2.5 in Driest
June 57°F (14°C) 2.9 in
July 61°F (16°C) 2.9 in Warmest
August 61°F (16°C) 3.6 in
September 57°F (14°C) 3.9 in
October 52°F (11°C) 4.8 in
November 47°F (8°C) 5.2 in Wettest
December 44°F (6°C) 4.9 in

Kidwelly has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F — from 41°F in February to 61°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 45.0 inches, with November being the wettest month (5.2") and May the driest (2.5").

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

Drive Alone62.0%
Public Transit1.6%
Work from Home23.5%

Frequently Asked Questions About Kidwelly

What is the population of Kidwelly?

Kidwelly has a population of 2,782 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 Kidwelly expensive to live in?

Kidwelly is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 85.9 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $47,504, 37% below the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in Kidwelly?

Kidwelly has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 42°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 254 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 45.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 9.

How is the job market in Kidwelly?

Kidwelly has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.6%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Kidwelly?

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

How healthy is Kidwelly?

The obesity rate in Kidwelly 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.

What are the demographics of Kidwelly?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Kidwelly is 1% White, 0.7% Black or African American, 97.2% Asian. 97.4% of residents speak only English at home. 4.7% of the population are military veterans. 21.4% of residents have a disability. 88.0% have health insurance coverage.

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