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Lajes das Flores, Portugal

Azores · 🇵🇹 Portugal

Lajes das Flores is a small town in Azores, Portugal with a population of 3,907. Elevation: 325 ft (99 m). Average temperature: 60°F (15°C).

3.2 /5.0
B Good
3,907 Population
325 ft Elevation 99 meters
60°F Avg Temperature 15°C
65.8 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

Population3,907
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 Temp60°F (15°C)
AQI8 (Good)
Rain65.8 in/yr
Sunny Days217/yr
Elevation325 ft (99 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband85.8%
Population3,907
Elevation325 ft (99 m)
Coordinates39.3774°, -31.1785°
TimezoneAtlantic/Azores
Country🇵🇹 Portugal
State / ProvinceAzores
Average Temperature60°F (15°C)
January Average54°F (12°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation65.8 inches (1,670 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age46.2 years

Is Lajes das Flores a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lajes das Flores receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Lajes das Flores 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

Lajes das Flores enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. The area gets 217 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 65.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 8.

Lajes das Flores has a population of 3,907. 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

3,907
Total Population
46.2yrs
Median Age
19% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 47.6%
Female 52.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Lajes das Flores vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Lajes das Flores vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lajes das Flores 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: Lajes das Flores 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 Lajes das Flores, 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: Lajes das Flores 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

Lajes das Flores enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 217 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 65.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). 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 325 feet.

Temperature

54°F Jan (12°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average59.7°F
11% above US avg
January Average54°F (12°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Sunny Days217 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall65.8 inches
73% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median8.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.4%

Geography

Elevation325 ft (99 m)
Coordinates39.3774°N, 31.1785°W
TimezoneAtlantic/Azores

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 54°F (12°C) 9.4 in Wettest
February 53°F (12°C) 6.5 in Coldest
March 54°F (12°C) 6.4 in
April 55°F (13°C) 5.0 in
May 58°F (14°C) 4.3 in
June 62°F (16°C) 2.8 in
July 67°F (19°C) 2.7 in Driest
August 69°F (20°C) 3.3 in Warmest
September 67°F (19°C) 4.8 in
October 63°F (17°C) 6.5 in
November 59°F (15°C) 6.5 in
December 56°F (14°C) 7.6 in

Lajes das Flores has a seasonal temperature swing of 15°F — from 53°F in February to 69°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 65.8 inches, with January being the wettest month (9.4") and July the driest (2.7").

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 Lajes das Flores

What is the population of Lajes das Flores?

Lajes das Flores has a population of 3,907 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 Lajes das Flores expensive to live in?

Lajes das Flores 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 Lajes das Flores?

Lajes das Flores enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 54°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 217 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 65.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 8.

How is the job market in Lajes das Flores?

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

How are the schools in Lajes das Flores?

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

How healthy is Lajes das Flores?

The obesity rate in Lajes das Flores 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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