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Macchia, Italy

Calabria · 🇮🇹 Italy

Macchia is a small town in Calabria, Italy with a population of 543. Elevation: 2,700 ft (823 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
543 Population
2,700 ft Elevation 823 meters
54°F Avg Temperature 12°C
48.0 in Annual Rain
Europe / Rome Timezone
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
3.7 / 5.0
34.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 34.2%
1% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 17.3%
46% lower than US avg
Unemployment 6.4%
78% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.9%
93% lower than US avg

People

Population543
Median Age47.3 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$39,277
Unemployment6.4%
Poverty0.9%

Health

Obesity17.3%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking21.8%
Depression7.2%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI16 (Good)
Rain48.0 in/yr
Sunny Days302/yr
Elevation2,700 ft (823 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+34.2%
High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.0%
Population543
Elevation2,700 ft (823 m)
Coordinates39.5055°, 16.4230°
TimezoneEurope/Rome
Country🇮🇹 Italy
State / ProvinceCalabria
Average Temperature54°F (12°C)
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation48.0 inches (1,220 mm)
Annual Snowfall29.2 inches (74 cm)
Median Age47.3 years

Is Macchia a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Macchia receives an overall livability score of 3.7 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. Macchia offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The unemployment rate of 6.4% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 0.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 34.2% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 99.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Macchia experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 302 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 48.0 inches, including 29.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 16.

Macchia has a population of 543. The median age is 47.3 years, 22% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.1% female and 48.9% male. 26.1% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 82.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

543
Total Population
47.3yrs
Median Age
22% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.9%
Female 51.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Macchia vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Macchia vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Macchia is N/A. Per capita income is $39,277. The unemployment rate is 6.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.9% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 65.1, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Macchia vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$39,277

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.4%
78% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.9%
93% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living65.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Macchia, 17.3% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 5.8% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 33.8% have high blood pressure. 21.8% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 8.3% report binge drinking. 88.6% are physically inactive, above the national average. 7.2% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity17.3%
46% below US avg
Diabetes5.8%
High Blood Pressure33.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking21.8%
56% above US avg
Binge Drinking8.3%
Physical Inactivity88.6%
Depression7.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.0%

Food & Exercise

Macchia experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. The area gets 302 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 48.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 29.2 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 16 — among the cleanest air in the country. 92% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 2,700 feet.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average54.3°F
1% above US avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days302 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.0 inches
26% above US avg
Snowfall29.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median16.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.8%

Geography

Elevation2,700 ft (823 m)
Coordinates39.5055°N, 16.4230°W
TimezoneEurope/Rome

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 40°F (4°C) 4.0 in Coldest
February 47°F (8°C) 3.3 in
March 50°F (10°C) 3.0 in
April 54°F (12°C) 2.4 in
May 62°F (17°C) 1.6 in
June 69°F (21°C) 0.8 in
July 76°F (24°C) 0.5 in Warmest, Driest
August 75°F (24°C) 1.1 in
September 69°F (21°C) 1.9 in
October 61°F (16°C) 4.9 in
November 54°F (12°C) 4.6 in
December 48°F (9°C) 5.0 in Wettest

Macchia has a seasonal temperature swing of 36°F — from 40°F in January to 76°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 33.0 inches, with December being the wettest month (5.0") and July the driest (0.5").

34.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 1% above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school. 87.0% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+34.2%
1% above US avg
High School+99.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Macchia

What is the population of Macchia?

Macchia has a population of 543 residents and is located in Italy.. The median age of residents is 47.3 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.1% female and 48.9% male.

Is Macchia expensive to live in?

Macchia is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 65.1 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Macchia?

Macchia has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 302 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 48.0 inches, with 29.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 16.

How is the job market in Macchia?

The unemployment rate in Macchia is 6.4%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition.

How are the schools in Macchia?

34.2% of adults in Macchia hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Macchia?

The obesity rate in Macchia is 17.3% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 21.8% of adults are smokers. 88.6% are physically inactive. 7.2% of residents report depression.

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