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Langholm, United Kingdom

Scotland · United Kingdom

Langholm is a small town in Scotland, United Kingdom with a population of 2,250. Elevation: 262 ft (80 m). Average temperature: 47°F (8°C).

Data updated June 2026

4.0 /5.0
A Great
2,250 Population 308/sq mi density
262 ft Elevation 80 meters
47°F Avg Temperature 8°C
38.5 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$44,317 Median Income
A
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 Langholm

Langholm

Langholm, also known colloquially as the "Muckle Toon", is a burgh in Dumfries and Galloway, southern Scotland. Langholm lies between four hills in the valley of the River Esk in the Southern Uplands.

People

Population2,250
Median Age40.6 yrs
Density308/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 Units900

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
Rain38.5 in/yr
Sunny Days266/yr
Elevation262 ft (80 m)

Education

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

Community

Population2,250
Population Density308 / sq mi
Elevation262 ft (80 m)
Coordinates55.1510°, -2.9989°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceScotland
Average Temperature47°F (8°C)
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average58°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation38.5 inches (979 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$44,317
Median Age40.6 years

About Langholm

Langholm is a small town in United Kingdom (Scotland) with a population of 2,250. The city sits at an elevation of 262 feet (80 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 47°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 38°F in January to 58°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 38.5 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Langholm has a population of 2,250 with a density of 308 people per square mile, spread across 7.3 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

2,250
Total Population
308
People / sq mi
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above United Kingdom avg
7.3mi²
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

Langholm vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Langholm 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 205 business establishments. 24.0% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Langholm vs United Kingdom

Commute Mode

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)205

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

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

Walkability

The median home value in Langholm 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 900 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 Units900

Property Tax

Climate in Langholm

Langholm has an average annual temperature of 7.8°C (46°F). The hottest month is Jul (13.8°C), the coldest is Jan (2.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 1826 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 2.7°C / 37°F 0.4° / 4.9° 206.8
Feb 3°C / 37°F 0.3° / 5.7° 170.0
Mar 4.4°C / 40°F 1° / 7.8° 146.7
Apr 6.6°C / 44°F 2.4° / 10.7° 102.4
May 9.4°C / 49°F 4.8° / 14° 102.9
Jun 12.1°C / 54°F 7.9° / 16.4° 111.2
Jul 13.8°C / 57°F 9.6° / 18.1° 128.6
Aug 13.6°C / 56°F 9.5° / 17.6° 145.4
Sep 11.4°C / 53°F 7.5° / 15.2° 132.4
Oct 8.3°C / 47°F 5.1° / 11.5° 184.8
Nov 5.2°C / 41°F 2.5° / 7.8° 190.0
Dec 2.8°C / 37°F 0.4° / 5.2° 204.9
Langholm experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July. The area gets 266 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 38.5 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 262 feet.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 58°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average47.1°F
13% below United Kingdom avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average58°F (15°C)
Sunny Days266 days/yr

Geography

Elevation262 ft (80 m)
Area7.3 sq mi (18.9 km²)
Population Density308/sq mi
Coordinates55.1510°N, 2.9989°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 38.5"
1% above United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Dec) 3.98"
Driest Month (Apr) 2.28"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

12 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.7. Most recent: M2.8 on Jan 23, 2020.

Apr 28, 2009 3 km WSW of Flookburgh, United Kingdom M3.7 109 km
Jan 3, 2011 5 km S of Masham, United Kingdom M3.6 139 km
Aug 25, 2013 23 km W of Cleveleys, United Kingdom M3.2 143 km
Jun 20, 2003 12 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom M3.0 144 km
Jun 26, 1993 5 km WSW of High Bentham, United Kingdom M3.0 120 km
May 13, 2001 3 km W of Locharbriggs, United Kingdom M2.9 41 km
Jun 20, 2003 14 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom M2.8 146 km
Jan 23, 2020 1 km NW of Stockton-on-Tees, United Kingdom M2.8 124 km
Nov 30, 1997 4 km NNE of Kippen, United Kingdom M2.7 133 km
Apr 24, 2000 12 km NNW of Penrith, United Kingdom M2.6 44 km
Jun 20, 2003 12 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom M2.5 144 km
May 28, 2008 12 km WNW of Penrith, United Kingdom M2.5 51 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 38°F (3°C) 3.9 in Coldest
February 39°F (4°C) 2.9 in
March 41°F (5°C) 3.3 in
April 44°F (7°C) 2.3 in Driest
May 50°F (10°C) 2.4 in
June 55°F (13°C) 2.7 in
July 58°F (15°C) 2.9 in Warmest
August 58°F (14°C) 3.2 in
September 54°F (12°C) 3.4 in
October 48°F (9°C) 3.9 in
November 42°F (6°C) 3.8 in
December 39°F (4°C) 4.0 in Wettest

Langholm has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 38°F in January to 58°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 38.6 inches, with December being the wettest month (4.0") and April the driest (2.3").

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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 Density308/sq mi
Total Area7.3 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

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

Schools in Langholm

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Langholm Academy - - - -
Langholm Primary School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Langholm

6 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
JFSR - Jazz Funk Soul Radio funk, jazz AAC 320 kbps
Bay Trust Radio - MP3 128 kbps
Golden Decades Radio 70s, 80s MP3 128 kbps
Alive Radio 107.3 dance, hits MP3 128 kbps
Hear Me top pop pop, pop music MP3
TD1 Radio - MP3 192 kbps

Museums in Langholm

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
A World In Miniature
Gretna Green Experience
Scaleby Hill Vintage Motor Bike Museum
Solway Aviation Museum
The Devil's Porridge Museum

Libraries in Langholm

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Langholm Library0.0
Longtown Library0.0
Westerkirk Parish Library0.0

Hotels in Langholm

3 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Buck Hotel
Eskdale hotel
The Douglas

Cafes in Langholm

4 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

First Bite
Old Byre Tearoom
Pelosis Corner Cafe
Polla-Anna's

Theatres in Langholm

1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

The Buccleuch Centre

Monuments in Langholm

3 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Drove Knowe Monument
Malcolm Monument
Mercat Cross

Castles in Langholm

1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Gilnockie Tower

Gas Stations in Langholm

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Gulf

Banks in Langholm

1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bank of Scotland

Golf Courses in Langholm

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Langholm Golf Club

Breweries in Langholm

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Borderlands Brewery

Airports Near Langholm

19 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Carlisle Lake District AirportCAXMedium Airport
RAF Spadeadam-Medium Airport
Bedlands Gate Airfield-Small Airport
Berrier Airstrip-Small Airport
Broomhill Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Castleton Farm-Small Airport
Charterhall Airfield-Small Airport
Eccles Newton Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Falgunzeon Glider Airfield-Small Airport
Fingland-Small Airport
Glassonby Airfield-Small Airport
Kirkbride Airfield-Small Airport
Latch Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Lempitlaw Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Midlem Airstrip-Small Airport
Nether Huntlywood Airstrip-Small Airport
RAF Kirknewton-Small Airport
Skelling Farm Glider Field-Small Airport
Thankerton private airstrip-Small Airport

Post Offices in Langholm

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Langholm Post Office
Rowanburn Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Langholm

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Erskine Church
Ewes Parish Church
Langholm 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 Langholm

What is the population of Langholm?

Langholm has a population of 2,250 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 308 people per square mile, spread across 7.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.6 years. The population is 50.5% female and 49.5% male.

Is Langholm 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 Langholm?

Langholm 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 58°F in July. The area receives 266 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 38.5 inches.

How is the job market in Langholm?

Langholm 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 205 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Langholm?

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

How are the schools in Langholm?

50.0% of adults in Langholm 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 Langholm?

90% of residents speak only English at home.

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