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Kirkcudbright, United Kingdom

Scotland · United Kingdom

Kirkcudbright is a small town in Scotland, United Kingdom with a population of 3,390. Elevation: 13 ft (4 m). Average temperature: 47°F (8°C).

4.0 /5.0
A Great
3,390 Population 1/sq mi density
13 ft Elevation 4 meters
47°F Avg Temperature 8°C
49.1 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$44,317 Median Income
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Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$44,317 median income, 4.8% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.0 / 5.0
$207,441 home value, $1,108/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
50.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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About Kirkcudbright

Kirkcudbright

Kirkcudbright is a town at the mouth of the River Dee in Dumfries and Galloway, Scotland, southwest of Castle Douglas and Dalbeattie. A former royal burgh, it is the traditional county town of Kirkcudbrightshire.

People

Population3,390
Median Age40.6 yrs
Density1/mi²
Male / Female50% / 51%

Economy

B
Median Income$44,317
Per Capita$44,317
Unemployment4.8%

Housing

A
Home Value$207,441
Rent$1,108
Ownership65.0%
Housing Units1,356

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
Rain49.1 in/yr
Sunny Days247/yr
Elevation13 ft (4 m)

Education

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

Community

Population3,390
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation13 ft (4 m)
Coordinates54.8383°, -4.0491°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceScotland
Average Temperature47°F (8°C)
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average58°F (14°C)
Annual Precipitation49.1 inches (1,247 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$44,317
Median Age40.6 years

About Kirkcudbright

Kirkcudbright is a small town in United Kingdom (Scotland) with a population of 3,390. The city sits at an elevation of 13 feet (4 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 47°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 37°F in January to 58°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 49.1 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Kirkcudbright has a population of 3,390 with a density of 1 people per square mile, spread across 3,449.5 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

3,390
Total Population
1
People / sq mi
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above United Kingdom avg
3,449.5mi²
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

Kirkcudbright vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Kirkcudbright is $44,317, which is 41% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $44,317 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $852, 41% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.8% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 308 business establishments. 24.0% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Kirkcudbright vs United Kingdom

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Income

Median HH Income$44,317
41% below United Kingdom avg
Per Capita Income$44,317
Avg Weekly Wage$852

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.8%
32% above United Kingdom avg
Establishments (County)308

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

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

Walkability

The median home value in Kirkcudbright is $207,441, 26% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,108 (5% below the national average of $1,163). 65.0% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 1,356 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.7x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$207,441
26% below United Kingdom avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,108
5% below United Kingdom avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership65.0%
Owner-Occupied65.0%
Renter-Occupied35.0%
Housing Units1,356

Property Tax

Kirkcudbright experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July. The area gets 247 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 49.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 13 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 58°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average46.8°F
13% below United Kingdom avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average58°F (14°C)
Sunny Days247 days/yr

Geography

Elevation13 ft (4 m)
Area3,449.5 sq mi (8,934.2 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates54.8383°N, 4.0491°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 49.1"
29% above United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 5.51"
Driest Month (Jun) 2.80"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

10 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.7. Most recent: M2.6 on Nov 1, 2017.

Apr 28, 2009 3 km WSW of Flookburgh, United Kingdom M3.7 100 km
Aug 25, 2013 23 km W of Cleveleys, United Kingdom M3.2 114 km
Jun 20, 2003 12 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom M3.0 150 km
Jun 26, 1993 5 km WSW of High Bentham, United Kingdom M3.0 125 km
May 13, 2001 3 km W of Locharbriggs, United Kingdom M2.9 39 km
Nov 30, 1997 4 km NNE of Kippen, United Kingdom M2.7 148 km
Nov 1, 2017 2 km NNW of Tarbert, United Kingdom M2.6 145 km
Apr 24, 2000 12 km NNW of Penrith, United Kingdom M2.6 80 km
Jun 20, 2003 12 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom M2.5 150 km
May 28, 2008 12 km WNW of Penrith, United Kingdom M2.5 72 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 37°F (3°C) 5.5 in Coldest, Wettest
February 38°F (3°C) 3.7 in
March 41°F (5°C) 4.0 in
April 45°F (7°C) 2.8 in
May 50°F (10°C) 3.1 in
June 55°F (13°C) 2.8 in Driest
July 58°F (14°C) 2.8 in Warmest
August 57°F (14°C) 3.7 in
September 53°F (12°C) 4.5 in
October 48°F (9°C) 5.3 in
November 42°F (5°C) 5.4 in
December 38°F (3°C) 5.4 in

Kirkcudbright has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 37°F in January to 58°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 49.1 inches, with January being the wettest month (5.5") and June the driest (2.8").

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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 Area3,449.5 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

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

Schools in Kirkcudbright

5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Dundrennan Primary School
Kirkcudbright Primary School
Borgue Primary School
Kirkcudbright Academy
Twynholm School
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Radio Stations near Kirkcudbright

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Kirkcudbright

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Stewartry Museum
Tolbooth Art Centre

Libraries in Kirkcudbright

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Castle Douglas Library0.0

Hotels in Kirkcudbright

4 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Borgue Hotel
Borgue Hotel
Selkirk Arms Hotel
The Star Hotel

Restaurants in Kirkcudbright

2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Auld Alliance Restaurant
The Old School House

Cafes in Kirkcudbright

2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Crown and Anchor Tearooms
Feast

Monuments in Kirkcudbright

1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Mercat Cross

Castles in Kirkcudbright

2 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cumstoun Castle
Maclellan's Castle

Zoos in Kirkcudbright

1 zoos within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Galloway Wildlife Conservation Park

Gas Stations in Kirkcudbright

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

GB #376812720

Golf Courses in Kirkcudbright

2 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Brighouse Bay Golf Club
Kirkcudbright Golf Course

Airports Near Kirkcudbright

12 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Glasgow Prestwick AirportPIKLarge Airport
Andreas AirfieldSmall Airport
Andreas-Ballavoddan House AirstripSmall Airport
Benston Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Falgunzeon Glider AirfieldSmall Airport
Glenswinton Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Kilkerran ULSmall Airport
Lennox Plunton AirstripSmall Airport
Mount Rule Farm AirstripSmall Airport
New Grimmet Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Stonehill Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Wigtown AirfieldSmall Airport

Post Offices in Kirkcudbright

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Kirkcudbright Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Kirkcudbright

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Borgue Church
Greyfriar's Episcopal Church of Scotland
Kirkcudbright Parish Church
St Andrew's and St Cuthbert's

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 Kirkcudbright

What is the population of Kirkcudbright?

Kirkcudbright has a population of 3,390 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 3,449.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.6 years. The population is 50.5% female and 49.5% male.

Is Kirkcudbright expensive to live in?

The median household income is $44,317, 41% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $207,441 (26% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,108 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.7x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Kirkcudbright?

Kirkcudbright has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 37°F in January, while summers reach an average of 58°F in July. The area receives 247 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 49.1 inches.

How is the job market in Kirkcudbright?

Kirkcudbright has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.8%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $852. There are 308 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Kirkcudbright?

The median home value in Kirkcudbright is $207,441. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,108. The homeownership rate is 65.0%.

How are the schools in Kirkcudbright?

50.0% of adults in Kirkcudbright 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 Kirkcudbright?

90% of residents speak only English at home.

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