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Kirriemuir, United Kingdom

Scotland · United Kingdom

Kirriemuir is a small city in Scotland, United Kingdom with a population of 6,160. Elevation: 436 ft (133 m). Average temperature: 44°F (7°C).

4.2 /5.0
A Great
6,160 Population 7/sq mi density
436 ft Elevation 133 meters
44°F Avg Temperature 7°C
36.0 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$47,360 Median Income
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Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$47,360 median income, 4.8% unemployment
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Affordability
4.3 / 5.0
$204,065 home value, $1,184/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
50.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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About Kirriemuir

Kirriemuir

Kirriemuir, sometimes called Kirrie or the Wee Red Toon, is a burgh in Angus, Scotland, United Kingdom.

People

Population6,160
Median Age40.6 yrs
Density7/mi²
Male / Female50% / 51%

Economy

B
Median Income$47,360
Per Capita$47,360
Unemployment4.8%

Housing

A
Home Value$204,065
Rent$1,184
Ownership65.0%
Housing Units2,464

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (7°C)
Rain36.0 in/yr
Sunny Days271/yr
Elevation436 ft (133 m)

Education

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

Community

Population6,160
Population Density7 / sq mi
Elevation436 ft (133 m)
Coordinates56.6740°, -3.0034°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceScotland
Average Temperature44°F (7°C)
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average56°F (13°C)
Annual Precipitation36.0 inches (915 mm)
Annual Snowfall7.0 inches (18 cm)
Median Household Income$47,360
Median Age40.6 years

About Kirriemuir

Kirriemuir is a small city in United Kingdom (Scotland) with a population of 6,160. The city sits at an elevation of 436 feet (133 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 44°F (7°C). Temperatures range from 34°F in January to 56°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 36.0 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Kirriemuir has a population of 6,160 with a density of 7 people per square mile, spread across 885.8 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

6,160
Total Population
7
People / sq mi
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above United Kingdom avg
885.8mi²
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

Kirriemuir vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Kirriemuir is $47,360, which is 37% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $47,360 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $911, 36% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.8% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 561 business establishments. 24.0% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Kirriemuir vs United Kingdom

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Income

Median HH Income$47,360
37% below United Kingdom avg
Per Capita Income$47,360
Avg Weekly Wage$911

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.8%
32% above United Kingdom avg
Establishments (County)561

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

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

Walkability

The median home value in Kirriemuir is $204,065, 28% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,184 (2% above the national average of $1,163). 65.0% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 2,464 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.3x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$204,065
28% below United Kingdom avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,184
2% above United Kingdom avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership65.0%
Owner-Occupied65.0%
Renter-Occupied35.0%
Housing Units2,464

Property Tax

Climate in Kirriemuir

Kirriemuir has an average annual temperature of 9°C (48°F). The hottest month is Jul (15°C), the coldest is Jan (3.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 712 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 3.8°C / 39°F 1.2° / 6.5° 62.3
Feb 4.4°C / 40°F 1.2° / 7.5° 47.3
Mar 5.8°C / 42°F 2.2° / 9.5° 47.0
Apr 7.8°C / 46°F 3.9° / 11.6° 43.4
May 10.1°C / 50°F 6.1° / 14.2° 49.2
Jun 13°C / 55°F 9.1° / 17° 62.7
Jul 15°C / 59°F 10.9° / 19.1° 64.6
Aug 14.8°C / 59°F 10.7° / 18.9° 69.2
Sep 12.8°C / 55°F 9° / 16.7° 54.5
Oct 9.6°C / 49°F 6.3° / 13° 80.1
Nov 6.4°C / 44°F 3.5° / 9.3° 68.1
Dec 4°C / 39°F 1.3° / 6.6° 63.4
Kirriemuir has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 56°F in July. The area gets 271 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 36.0 inches. The area receives 7.0 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 436 feet.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 56°F Jul (13°C)
Annual Average44.2°F
18% below United Kingdom avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average56°F (13°C)
Sunny Days271 days/yr

Geography

Elevation436 ft (133 m)
Area885.8 sq mi (2,294.3 km²)
Population Density7/sq mi
Coordinates56.6740°N, 3.0034°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 36.0"
5% below United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 7.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 4.25"
Driest Month (Apr) 2.20"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

7 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.0. Most recent: M2.5 on Jun 20, 2003.

Jun 20, 2003 12 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom M3.0 103 km
Jun 20, 2003 14 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom M2.8 104 km
Mar 7, 1998 13 km E of Oban, United Kingdom M2.7 141 km
Nov 30, 1997 4 km NNE of Kippen, United Kingdom M2.7 89 km
Aug 28, 1995 5 km NNW of Aviemore, United Kingdom M2.7 81 km
Jun 20, 2003 12 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom M2.5 104 km
Jan 9, 1990 29 km W of Aberfeldy, United Kingdom M2.5 82 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 34°F (1°C) 4.3 in Coldest, Wettest
February 35°F (2°C) 2.7 in
March 38°F (3°C) 3.0 in
April 42°F (5°C) 2.2 in Driest
May 47°F (9°C) 2.5 in
June 53°F (11°C) 2.3 in
July 56°F (13°C) 2.3 in Warmest
August 55°F (13°C) 2.7 in
September 51°F (10°C) 3.2 in
October 45°F (7°C) 4.0 in
November 39°F (4°C) 3.4 in
December 36°F (2°C) 3.5 in

Kirriemuir has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 34°F in January to 56°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 36.0 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.3") and April the driest (2.2").

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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 Density7/sq mi
Total Area885.8 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

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

Schools in Kirriemuir

5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Northmuir Primary School
Cortachy Primary School
Glamis Primary School
Southmuir Primary School
Webster's High School
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Radio Stations near Kirriemuir

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CareSound Radio MP3 128 kbps
Dundee Radio Club community radio, field recordings MP3 320 kbps
Tay Bridges Radio MP3 320 kbps

Museums in Kirriemuir

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Alyth Museum
Broughty Castle Museum
D'Arcy Thompson Zoology Museum
Discovery Point
Dundee Museum of Transport
Dundee Science Centre
Gateway to the Glens Museum
Glenesk Folk Museum
HMS Unicorn
J M Barrie's Birthplace
Meffan Institute Museum & Gallery
Meigle Sculptured Stone Musuem
Tayside Medical History Museum
Tayside Police Museum
The McManus
The McManus Collection's Unit
V&A Dundee
Verdant Works

Libraries in Kirriemuir

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Angus Archives0.0
Ardler Community Library0.0
Arthurstone Community Library0.0
Bernard King Library0.0
Blackness Community Library0.0
Broughty Ferry Library0.0
Coldside Community Library0.0
Dundee Central Library0.0
Fintry Community Library0.0
Forfar Library0.0
Kirriemuir Library0.0
Library & Learning Centre0.0
Lochee Library0.0
Main Library0.0
Menzieshill Community Library0.0
Monifieth Library0.0
Newport Library0.0
Tayport Library0.0
The Hub Library & Learning Centre0.0
Whitfield Community Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Kirriemuir

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Dundee Farmers' Market
Forfar Farmers' Market

Hotels in Kirriemuir

4 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Airlie Arms Hotel
Glen Clova Hotel
Strathmore Arms
The Thrums

Restaurants in Kirriemuir

5 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Airlie Arms Restaurant
Armstrong's Bar & Restaurant
The Bengal Kirriemuir
Thrums Takeaway
Victorian Kitchen Restaurant

Cafes in Kirriemuir

8 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

88°
Bridges Coffee House
Glamis Corner Shop & Tea Room
Takeaway & Coffee Shop
The Auld Surgery Tearooms
The Garden Café
The Hub
Visocchi's

Monuments in Kirriemuir

3 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Airlie Monument
Mercat Cross
Sundial

Castles in Kirriemuir

5 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Balfour Castle
Balintore Castle
Cortachy Castle
Glamis Castle
Inverquharity Castle

Veterinaries in Kirriemuir

1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Thrums Veterinary Group

Gas Stations in Kirriemuir

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Autosales

Gyms in Kirriemuir

1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Results Gym

Golf Courses in Kirriemuir

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Kirriemuir

Breweries in Kirriemuir

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Abernyte Brewery
Holy Goat Brewing
MòR Beers

Stadiums & Teams in Kirriemuir

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Kirriemuir

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Glenshee Ski Center 0.0 $0

Airports Near Kirriemuir

31 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Edinburgh AirportEDILarge Airport
Dundee AirportDNDMedium Airport
Leuchars Station AirfieldADXMedium Airport
Aboyne AirfieldSmall Airport
Archerfield AirstripSmall Airport
Balado AirfieldSmall Airport
Baldardo FieldSmall Airport
Balgone AirstripSmall Airport
Balgrummo Steading AirstripSmall Airport
Dollar airstripSmall Airport
East Fortune AirfieldSmall Airport
Fife AirportSmall Airport
Forfar AirstripSmall Airport
Hilton of Carslogie AirstripSmall Airport
Insch AirstripSmall Airport
Kingsmuir AirfieldSmall Airport
Kirriemuir Farm StripSmall Airport
LaurencekirkSmall Airport
Montrose AirstripSmall Airport
Nairns Mains AirstripSmall Airport
Netherley Private AirstripSmall Airport
Old MeldrumSmall Airport
Perth/Scone AirportPSLSmall Airport
Pilmuir Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Pittodrie-HouseSmall Airport
PolmontSmall Airport
Portmoak Glider FieldSmall Airport
Sheardale airstripSmall Airport
Skydive StrathallanSmall Airport
Teuchats Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Tullochgribban-High AirstripSmall Airport

Post Offices in Kirriemuir

3 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Glamis Post Office
Kirriemuir Post Office
Westmuir Shoppie & Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Kirriemuir

9 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Cortachy Parish Church
Former Iron Kirk
Glamis Parish Church
Kingoldrum Church
Kirriemuir Free Baptist Church
St Anthony's Catholic Church
St. Andrew's Church
St. Mary's Scottish Episcopal Church
The Glens & Kirriemuir Old Parish Church

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Waterfalls
1
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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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 Kirriemuir

What is the population of Kirriemuir?

Kirriemuir has a population of 6,160 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 7 people per square mile, spread across 885.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.6 years. The population is 50.5% female and 49.5% male.

Is Kirriemuir expensive to live in?

The median household income is $47,360, 37% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $204,065 (28% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,184 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Kirriemuir?

Kirriemuir has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 34°F in January, while summers reach an average of 56°F in July. The area receives 271 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 36.0 inches, with 7.0 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Kirriemuir?

Kirriemuir has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.8%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $911. There are 561 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Kirriemuir?

The median home value in Kirriemuir is $204,065. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,184. The homeownership rate is 65.0%.

How are the schools in Kirriemuir?

50.0% of adults in Kirriemuir 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 Kirriemuir?

90% of residents speak only English at home.

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