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Mellieħa, Malta

Il-Mellieħa · 🇲🇹 Malta

Mellieħa is a small city in Il-Mellieħa, Malta with a population of 11,389. Elevation: 397 ft (121 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
11,389 Population
397 ft Elevation 121 meters
68°F Avg Temperature 20°C
17.4 in Annual Rain
Europe / Malta Timezone
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 35.0%
4% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.3%
1% higher than US avg

People

Population11,389
Median Age42.3 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female52% / 48%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$40,906
UnemploymentN/A
PovertyN/A

Health

Obesity32.3%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking23.2%
Depression5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp68°F (20°C)
AQI31 (Good)
Rain17.4 in/yr
Sunny Days343/yr
Elevation397 ft (121 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+35.0%
High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband92.1%
Population11,389
Elevation397 ft (121 m)
Coordinates35.9566°, 14.3626°
TimezoneEurope/Malta
Country🇲🇹 Malta
State / ProvinceIl-Mellieħa
Average Temperature68°F (20°C)
January Average59°F (15°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation17.4 inches (442 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age42.3 years

Is Mellieħa a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mellieħa receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Mellieħa offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 35.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 99.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Mellieħa enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F. Winters average 59°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. With 343 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 17.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 31.

Mellieħa has a population of 11,389. The median age is 42.3 years, 9% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 48.1% female and 51.9% male. 22.6% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 82.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

11,389
Total Population
42.3yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 51.9%
Female 48.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Mellieħa vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Mellieħa vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mellieħa is N/A. Per capita income is $40,906. The cost of living index is 65, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Mellieħa vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$40,906

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living65.00 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Mellieħa, 32.3% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 7.7% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 29.5% have high blood pressure. 23.2% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 6.2% report binge drinking. 81.4% are physically inactive, above the national average. 5.6% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.3%
1% above US avg
Diabetes7.7%
High Blood Pressure29.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking23.2%
66% above US avg
Binge Drinking6.2%
Physical Inactivity81.4%
Depression5.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.0%

Food & Exercise

Mellieħa enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 59°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. The area gets 343 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 17.4 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 31. 89% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 397 feet.

Temperature

59°F Jan (15°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average68.2°F
26% above US avg
January Average59°F (15°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days343 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall17.4 inches
54% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median31.0
RatingGood
Good Days %88.7%

Geography

Elevation397 ft (121 m)
Coordinates35.9566°N, 14.3626°W
TimezoneEurope/Malta

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 59°F (15°C) 3.5 in
February 55°F (13°C) 2.3 in Coldest
March 56°F (13°C) 1.5 in
April 60°F (15°C) 0.9 in
May 66°F (19°C) 0.4 in
June 73°F (23°C) 0.1 in
July 80°F (27°C) 0.0 in Warmest, Driest
August 79°F (26°C) 0.2 in
September 76°F (24°C) 1.7 in
October 70°F (21°C) 3.2 in
November 63°F (17°C) 3.3 in
December 57°F (14°C) 4.0 in Wettest

Mellieħa has a seasonal temperature swing of 26°F — from 55°F in February to 80°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 21.1 inches, with December being the wettest month (4.0") and July the driest (0.0").

35.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 4% above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school. 92.1% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+35.0%
4% above US avg
High School+99.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.1%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Mellieħa

What is the population of Mellieħa?

Mellieħa has a population of 11,389 residents and is located in Malta.. The median age of residents is 42.3 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 48.1% female and 51.9% male.

Is Mellieħa expensive to live in?

Mellieħa is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 65 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Mellieħa?

Mellieħa enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 59°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 343 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 17.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 31.

How are the schools in Mellieħa?

35.0% of adults in Mellieħa hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Mellieħa?

The obesity rate in Mellieħa is 32.3% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 23.2% of adults are smokers. 81.4% are physically inactive. 5.6% of residents report depression.

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