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Kirkby Stephen, United Kingdom

England · 🇬🇧 United Kingdom

Kirkby Stephen is a small town in England, United Kingdom with a population of 1,522. Elevation: 577 ft (176 m). Average temperature: 45°F (7°C).

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
1,522 Population
577 ft Elevation 176 meters
45°F Avg Temperature 7°C
56.5 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

Population1,522
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 Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI9 (Good)
Rain56.5 in/yr
Sunny Days234/yr
Elevation577 ft (176 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband96.3%
Population1,522
Elevation577 ft (176 m)
Coordinates54.4723°, -2.3487°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature45°F (7°C)
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Annual Precipitation56.5 inches (1,434 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age40.6 years

Is Kirkby Stephen a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kirkby Stephen receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Kirkby Stephen 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

Kirkby Stephen has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July. The area gets 234 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 56.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 9.

Kirkby Stephen has a population of 1,522. 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 97.5% of residents. 21.4% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 88.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,522
Total Population
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Kirkby Stephen vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.5%
24% above US avg
Other Languages2.5%

Social Characteristics

Kirkby Stephen vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kirkby Stephen 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: Kirkby Stephen 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 Kirkby Stephen, 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: Kirkby Stephen 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

Kirkby Stephen has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July. The area gets 234 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 56.5 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 577 feet.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 57°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average45.4°F
16% below US avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Sunny Days234 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall56.5 inches
49% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median9.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.2%

Geography

Elevation577 ft (176 m)
Coordinates54.4723°N, 2.3487°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 36°F (2°C) 6.1 in Coldest
February 36°F (2°C) 4.1 in
March 39°F (4°C) 4.9 in
April 43°F (6°C) 3.4 in
May 48°F (9°C) 3.3 in Driest
June 53°F (12°C) 3.4 in
July 57°F (14°C) 3.8 in Warmest
August 56°F (13°C) 4.5 in
September 52°F (11°C) 5.0 in
October 47°F (8°C) 5.8 in
November 41°F (5°C) 6.1 in
December 37°F (3°C) 6.2 in Wettest

Kirkby Stephen has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F — from 36°F in January to 57°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 56.5 inches, with December being the wettest month (6.2") and May the driest (3.3").

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Kirkby Stephen

What is the population of Kirkby Stephen?

Kirkby Stephen has a population of 1,522 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 Kirkby Stephen expensive to live in?

Kirkby Stephen 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 Kirkby Stephen?

Kirkby Stephen has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 36°F in January, while summers reach an average of 57°F in July. The area receives 234 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 56.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 9.

How is the job market in Kirkby Stephen?

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

How are the schools in Kirkby Stephen?

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

How healthy is Kirkby Stephen?

The obesity rate in Kirkby Stephen 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 Kirkby Stephen?

97.5% of residents speak only English at home. 21.4% of residents have a disability. 88.0% have health insurance coverage.

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