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Maia, Portugal

Azores · 🇵🇹 Portugal

Maia is a small town in Azores, Portugal with a population of 1,900. Elevation: 95 ft (29 m). Average temperature: 60°F (16°C).

3.2 /5.0
B Good
1,900 Population 224/sq mi density
95 ft Elevation 29 meters
60°F Avg Temperature 16°C
43.2 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

Population1,900
Median Age46.2 yrs
Density224/mi²
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 (16°C)
AQI8 (Good)
Rain43.2 in/yr
Sunny Days258/yr
Elevation95 ft (29 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband85.8%
Population1,900
Population Density224 / sq mi
Elevation95 ft (29 m)
Coordinates37.8325°, -25.3898°
TimezoneAtlantic/Azores
Country🇵🇹 Portugal
State / ProvinceAzores
Average Temperature60°F (16°C)
January Average55°F (13°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation43.2 inches (1,098 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age46.2 years

Is Maia a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Maia 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. Maia 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

Maia enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 55°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. With 258 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 43.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 8.

Maia has a population of 1,900 with a density of 224 people per square mile, spread across 8.5 square miles. 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

1,900
Total Population
224
People / sq mi
46.2yrs
Median Age
19% above US avg
8.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.6%
Female 52.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Maia vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Maia vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Maia 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: Maia 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 Maia, 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: Maia 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

Maia enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 55°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 258 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 43.2 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 95 feet.

Temperature

55°F Jan (13°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average60.2°F
11% above US avg
January Average55°F (13°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Sunny Days258 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.2 inches
14% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median8.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.4%

Geography

Elevation95 ft (29 m)
Area8.5 sq mi (22.0 km²)
Population Density224/sq mi
Coordinates37.8325°N, 25.3898°W
TimezoneAtlantic/Azores

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 55°F (13°C) 4.8 in
February 54°F (12°C) 4.1 in Coldest
March 55°F (13°C) 3.9 in
April 56°F (13°C) 3.2 in
May 59°F (15°C) 2.6 in
June 63°F (17°C) 1.9 in
July 67°F (19°C) 1.5 in Driest
August 69°F (20°C) 2.3 in Warmest
September 67°F (20°C) 3.7 in
October 63°F (17°C) 4.7 in
November 60°F (15°C) 5.4 in Wettest
December 57°F (14°C) 5.2 in

Maia has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F — from 54°F in February to 69°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 43.2 inches, with November being the wettest month (5.4") and July the driest (1.5").

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

Population Density224/sq mi
Total Area8.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access85.8%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Maia

What is the population of Maia?

Maia has a population of 1,900 residents and is located in Portugal. The population density is 224 people per square mile, spread across 8.5 square miles. 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 Maia expensive to live in?

Maia 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 Maia?

Maia enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 55°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 258 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 43.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 8.

How is the job market in Maia?

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

How are the schools in Maia?

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

How healthy is Maia?

The obesity rate in Maia 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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