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Lagoa, Portugal

Azores · 🇵🇹 Portugal

Lagoa is a small city in Azores, Portugal with a population of 14,442. Elevation: 72 ft (22 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).

3.2 /5.0
B Good
14,442 Population
72 ft Elevation 22 meters
63°F Avg Temperature 17°C
39.8 in Annual Rain
Atlantic / Azores Timezone
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
28.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 28.0%
17% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 21.8%
32% lower than US avg
Unemployment 6.2%
71% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.4%
97% lower than US avg

People

Population14,442
Median Age46.2 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$27,635
Unemployment6.2%
Poverty0.4%

Health

Obesity21.8%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking30.3%
Depression11.4%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)
AQI8 (Good)
Rain39.8 in/yr
Sunny Days264/yr
Elevation72 ft (22 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+28.0%
High School+94.5%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband85.8%
Population14,442
Elevation72 ft (22 m)
Coordinates37.7449°, -25.5718°
TimezoneAtlantic/Azores
Country🇵🇹 Portugal
State / ProvinceAzores
Average Temperature63°F (17°C)
January Average57°F (14°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation39.8 inches (1,010 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age46.2 years

Is Lagoa a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lagoa receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Lagoa offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The unemployment rate of 6.2% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 0.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

28.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.5% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Lagoa enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 57°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 264 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 8.

Lagoa has a population of 14,442. The median age is 46.2 years, 19% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 52.4% female and 47.6% male. 24.5% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 83.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

14,442
Total Population
46.2yrs
Median Age
19% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 47.6%
Female 52.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Lagoa vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Lagoa vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lagoa is N/A. Per capita income is $27,635 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 6.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.4% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 56.7, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Lagoa vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$27,635

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.2%
71% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.4%
97% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living56.70 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Lagoa, 21.8% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 6.8% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 32.3% have high blood pressure. 30.3% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 11.2% report binge drinking. 84.3% are physically inactive, above the national average. 11.4% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Lagoa vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity21.8%
32% below US avg
Diabetes6.8%
High Blood Pressure32.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking30.3%
116% above US avg
Binge Drinking11.2%
Physical Inactivity84.3%
Depression11.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate83.0%

Food & Exercise

Lagoa enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 57°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 264 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 39.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 8 — among the cleanest air in the country. 93% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 72 feet.

Temperature

57°F Jan (14°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average62.6°F
16% above US avg
January Average57°F (14°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days264 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.8 inches
5% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median8.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.4%

Geography

Elevation72 ft (22 m)
Coordinates37.7449°N, 25.5718°W
TimezoneAtlantic/Azores

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 57°F (14°C) 4.4 in
February 57°F (14°C) 3.8 in Coldest
March 57°F (14°C) 3.5 in
April 58°F (15°C) 2.8 in
May 61°F (16°C) 2.4 in
June 65°F (18°C) 1.8 in
July 69°F (21°C) 1.3 in Driest
August 71°F (22°C) 2.1 in Warmest
September 70°F (21°C) 3.5 in
October 66°F (19°C) 4.4 in
November 62°F (17°C) 5.0 in Wettest
December 59°F (15°C) 4.9 in

Lagoa has a seasonal temperature swing of 15°F — from 57°F in February to 71°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 39.8 inches, with November being the wettest month (5.0") and July the driest (1.3").

28.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 17% below the national average of 33.7%. 94.5% have completed high school. 85.8% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+28.0%
17% below US avg
High School+94.5%
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access85.8%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Lagoa

What is the population of Lagoa?

Lagoa has a population of 14,442 residents and is located in Portugal.. The median age of residents is 46.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 52.4% female and 47.6% male.

Is Lagoa expensive to live in?

Lagoa is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 56.7 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Lagoa?

Lagoa enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 57°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 264 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 39.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 8.

How is the job market in Lagoa?

The unemployment rate in Lagoa is 6.2%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition.

How are the schools in Lagoa?

28.0% of adults in Lagoa hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.5% have completed high school.

How healthy is Lagoa?

The obesity rate in Lagoa is 21.8% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 30.3% of adults are smokers. 84.3% are physically inactive. 11.4% of residents report depression.

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