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Maesteg, United Kingdom

Wales · 🇬🇧 United Kingdom

Maesteg is a small city in Wales, United Kingdom with a population of 21,001. Elevation: 423 ft (129 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
21,001 Population 20/sq mi density
423 ft Elevation 129 meters
52°F Avg Temperature 11°C
69.6 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$46,993 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$46,993 median income, 5.2% unemployment
B+
Education
3.9 / 5.0
36.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $46,993
37% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 36.2%
7% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.8%
16% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.2%
44% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.5%
96% lower than US avg

People

Population21,001
Median Age40.6 yrs
Density20/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 1%
Veterans4.9%

Economy

B+
Median Income$46,993
Per Capita$49,944
Unemployment5.2%
Poverty0.5%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI9 (Good)
Rain69.6 in/yr
Sunny Days224/yr
Elevation423 ft (129 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband96.3%
Population21,001
Population Density20 / sq mi
Elevation423 ft (129 m)
Coordinates51.6093°, -3.6582°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceWales
Average Temperature52°F (11°C)
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average60°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation69.6 inches (1,768 mm)
Annual Snowfall6.0 inches (15 cm)
Median Household Income$46,993
Median Age40.6 years

Is Maesteg a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Maesteg receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Maesteg offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Maesteg is $46,993, 37% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.2% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 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

Maesteg experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. The area gets 224 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 69.6 inches, including 6.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 9.

Maesteg has a population of 21,001 with a density of 20 people per square mile. The median age is 40.6 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (1.1%), with 96.8% Asian.

Population

21,001
Total Population
20
People / sq mi
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
1,050.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Maesteg vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Maesteg vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Maesteg is $46,993, which is 37% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.5% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Maesteg vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$46,993
37% below US avg
Per Capita Income$49,944

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.2%
44% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.5%
96% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living85.90 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone61.9%
Public Transit2.5%
Work from Home22.5%

Walkability

In Maesteg, 26.8% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 9.8% are current smokers. 13.5% report depression. 79.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Maesteg 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

Maesteg has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. Annual precipitation is 69.6 inches. The area enjoys 224 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 9.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 60°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average51.8°F
4% below US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average60°F (15°C)
Sunny Days224 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall69.6 inches
83% above US avg
Snowfall6.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median9.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.2%

Geography

Elevation423 ft (129 m)
Area1,050.4 sq mi (2,720.6 km²)
Population Density20/sq mi
Coordinates51.6093°N, 3.6582°W
TimezoneEurope/London
36.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (7% above US avg). 96.3% of households have broadband internet.

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 Density20/sq mi
Total Area1,050.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access96.3%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone61.9%
Public Transit2.5%
Work from Home22.5%

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