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Matlock, United Kingdom

England · 🇬🇧 United Kingdom

Matlock is a small city in England, United Kingdom with a population of 14,956. Elevation: 318 ft (97 m). Average temperature: 51°F (10°C).

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
14,956 Population 7,055/sq mi density
318 ft Elevation 97 meters
51°F Avg Temperature 10°C
41.0 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$54,700 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$54,700 median income, 3.3% unemployment
B+
Education
3.9 / 5.0
36.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $54,700
27% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 36.2%
7% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.8%
16% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.3%
8% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.5%
96% lower than US avg

People

Population14,956
Median Age40.6 yrs
Density7,055/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 1%
Veterans4.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$54,700
Per Capita$49,944
Unemployment3.3%
Poverty0.5%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (10°C)
AQI9 (Good)
Rain41.0 in/yr
Sunny Days204/yr
Elevation318 ft (97 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband96.3%
Population14,956
Population Density7,055 / sq mi
Elevation318 ft (97 m)
Coordinates53.1384°, -1.5556°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature51°F (10°C)
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation41.0 inches (1,040 mm)
Annual Snowfall9.6 inches (24 cm)
Median Household Income$54,700
Median Age40.6 years

Is Matlock a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Matlock receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Matlock offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Matlock is $54,700, 27% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.3%, indicating a healthy job market. 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

Matlock experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. The area gets 204 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 41.0 inches, including 9.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 9.

Matlock has a population of 14,956 with a density of 7,055 people per square mile, spread across 2.1 square miles. The median age is 40.6 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.8% female and 49.2% male. The city is predominantly Asian (97.8%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 98.7% of residents. 4.0% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 21.4% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 88.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

14,956
Total Population
7,055
People / sq mi
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
2.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Matlock vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.7%
26% above US avg
Other Languages1.3%

Social Characteristics

Matlock vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Matlock is $54,700, which is 27% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $49,944 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 3.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.5% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 85.9, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living. 34.2% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Matlock vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$54,700
27% below US avg
Per Capita Income$49,944

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.3%
8% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.5%
96% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living85.90 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone51.1%
Public Transit1.3%
Work from Home34.2%

Walkability

In Matlock, 26.8% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 5.8% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 26.4% have high blood pressure. 9.8% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 10.9% report binge drinking. 79.9% are physically inactive, above the national average. 13.5% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Matlock 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

Matlock experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. The area gets 204 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 41.0 inches. The area receives 9.6 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 9 — among the cleanest air in the country. 93% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 318 feet.

Temperature

40°F Jan (5°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average50.7°F
6% below US avg
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Sunny Days204 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.0 inches
8% above US avg
Snowfall9.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median9.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.2%

Geography

Elevation318 ft (97 m)
Area2.1 sq mi (5.5 km²)
Population Density7,055/sq mi
Coordinates53.1384°N, 1.5556°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 40°F (5°C) 3.3 in
February 38°F (3°C) 2.4 in Coldest
March 41°F (5°C) 2.7 in
April 44°F (7°C) 2.5 in
May 50°F (10°C) 2.5 in
June 55°F (13°C) 2.7 in
July 60°F (16°C) 2.4 in Warmest, Driest
August 59°F (15°C) 3.0 in
September 54°F (12°C) 2.9 in
October 48°F (9°C) 3.3 in
November 42°F (6°C) 3.4 in
December 39°F (4°C) 3.5 in Wettest

Matlock has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F — from 38°F in February to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 34.6 inches, with December being the wettest month (3.5") and July the driest (2.4").

36.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 7% above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school. 96.3% of households have broadband internet access.

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 Density7,055/sq mi
Total Area2.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access96.3%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone51.1%
Public Transit1.3%
Work from Home34.2%

Frequently Asked Questions About Matlock

What is the population of Matlock?

Matlock has a population of 14,956 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 7,055 people per square mile, spread across 2.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.6 years. The population is 50.8% female and 49.2% male.

Is Matlock expensive to live in?

Matlock is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 85.9 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $54,700, 27% below the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in Matlock?

Matlock has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 204 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 41.0 inches, with 9.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 9.

How is the job market in Matlock?

Matlock has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.3%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Matlock?

36.2% of adults in Matlock hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Matlock?

The obesity rate in Matlock is 26.8% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 9.8% of adults are smokers. 79.9% are physically inactive. 13.5% of residents report depression.

What are the demographics of Matlock?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Matlock is 0.6% White, 0.8% Black or African American, 97.8% Asian. 98.7% of residents speak only English at home. 4.0% of the population are military veterans. 21.4% of residents have a disability. 88.0% have health insurance coverage.

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