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Knighton, United Kingdom

Wales · 🇬🇧 United Kingdom

Knighton is a small town in Wales, United Kingdom with a population of 3,007. Elevation: 604 ft (184 m). Average temperature: 47°F (8°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
3,007 Population 297/sq mi density
604 ft Elevation 184 meters
47°F Avg Temperature 8°C
45.8 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$45,604 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$45,604 median income, 3.6% unemployment
B+
Education
3.9 / 5.0
36.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $45,604
39% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 36.2%
7% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.8%
16% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.6%
0% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.5%
96% lower than US avg

People

Population3,007
Median Age40.6 yrs
Density297/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 1%
Veterans5.1%

Economy

B+
Median Income$45,604
Per Capita$49,944
Unemployment3.6%
Poverty0.5%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
AQI9 (Good)
Rain45.8 in/yr
Sunny Days253/yr
Elevation604 ft (184 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband96.3%
Population3,007
Population Density297 / sq mi
Elevation604 ft (184 m)
Coordinates52.3425°, -3.0471°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceWales
Average Temperature47°F (8°C)
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation45.8 inches (1,162 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$45,604
Median Age40.6 years

Is Knighton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Knighton receives an overall livability score of 3.8 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. Knighton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Knighton is $45,604, 39% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.6%, 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

Knighton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. With 253 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 45.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 9.

Knighton has a population of 3,007 with a density of 297 people per square mile, spread across 10.1 square miles. 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 (97.7%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 97.9% of residents. 5.1% of the population are veterans. 21.4% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 88.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

3,007
Total Population
297
People / sq mi
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
10.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Knighton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.9%
25% above US avg
Other Languages2.1%

Social Characteristics

Knighton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Knighton is $45,604, which is 39% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $49,944 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 3.6% (below 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. 30.3% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Knighton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$45,604
39% below US avg
Per Capita Income$49,944

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.6%
0% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.5%
96% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living85.90 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone54.4%
Public Transit0.8%
Work from Home30.3%

Walkability

In Knighton, 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: Knighton 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

Knighton experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. The area gets 253 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 45.8 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 604 feet.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 59°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average46.9°F
13% below US avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Sunny Days253 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.8 inches
20% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median9.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.2%

Geography

Elevation604 ft (184 m)
Area10.1 sq mi (26.2 km²)
Population Density297/sq mi
Coordinates52.3425°N, 3.0471°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 38°F (3°C) 5.2 in
February 37°F (3°C) 3.7 in Coldest
March 41°F (5°C) 3.9 in
April 44°F (7°C) 3.0 in
May 50°F (10°C) 2.8 in
June 55°F (13°C) 3.1 in
July 59°F (15°C) 2.6 in Warmest, Driest
August 58°F (14°C) 3.4 in
September 53°F (12°C) 3.8 in
October 48°F (9°C) 4.3 in
November 42°F (6°C) 4.8 in
December 39°F (4°C) 5.2 in Wettest

Knighton has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F — from 37°F in February to 59°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 45.8 inches, with December being the wettest month (5.2") and July the driest (2.6").

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

Population Density297/sq mi
Total Area10.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access96.3%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone54.4%
Public Transit0.8%
Work from Home30.3%

Frequently Asked Questions About Knighton

What is the population of Knighton?

Knighton has a population of 3,007 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 297 people per square mile, spread across 10.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.6 years. The population is 50.8% female and 49.2% male.

Is Knighton expensive to live in?

Knighton 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 $45,604, 39% below the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in Knighton?

Knighton has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 59°F in July. The area receives 253 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 45.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 9.

How is the job market in Knighton?

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

How are the schools in Knighton?

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

How healthy is Knighton?

The obesity rate in Knighton 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 Knighton?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Knighton is 0.9% White, 0.6% Black or African American, 97.7% Asian. 97.9% of residents speak only English at home. 5.1% of the population are military veterans. 21.4% of residents have a disability. 88.0% have health insurance coverage.

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