Mepal, United Kingdom — City Data & Statistics

Median Income $49,944

34% lower than US avg

Home Value $3

100% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 1/100K

100% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 36.2%

7% higher than US avg

Median Rent $900

23% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 26.8%

16% lower than US avg

Unemployment 4.8%

32% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 0.5%

96% lower than US avg

People

Population982

Median Age40.6 yrs

Density3/mi²

Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

B+

Median Income$49,944

Per Capita$49,944

Unemployment4.8%

Poverty0.5%

Housing

A+

Home Value$3

Rent$900

Ownership63.0%

Crime

Violent1/100K

PropertyN/A

Murder1.1/100K

Health

Obesity26.8%

UninsuredN/A

Smoking9.8%

Depression13.5%

Heart Disease11.0%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (11°C)

AQI9 (Good)

Rain34.0 in/yr

Sunny Days219/yr

Elevation26 ft (8 m)

Education

B+

Bachelor's+36.2%

High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A

Broadband96.3%

Population	982
Population Density	3 / sq mi
Elevation	26 ft (8 m)
Coordinates	52.4043°, 0.1151°
Timezone	Europe/London
Country	🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / Province	England
Average Temperature	53°F (11°C)
January Average	41°F (5°C)
July Average	63°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation	34.0 inches (864 mm)
Annual Snowfall	3.0 inches (8 cm)
Median Household Income	$49,944
Median Age	40.6 years

Is Mepal a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mepal receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Mepal stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Mepal is $49,944, 34% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.8%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 0.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Mepal is $3, 100% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $900 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 0x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Mepal is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 1 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380.

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

Mepal experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. The area gets 219 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 34.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 9.

Mepal has a population of 982 with a density of 3 people per square mile, spread across 290.8 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. 21.4% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 88.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

982

Total Population

People / sq mi

40.6yrs

Median Age

4% above US avg

290.8mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%

Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Mepal vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Mepal vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mepal is $49,944, which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $49,944 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 4.8% (above 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.

Income: Mepal vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$49,944
	34% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$49,944

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	4.8%
	32% above US avg
Poverty Rate	0.5%
	96% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	85.90 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Mepal is $3, 100% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $900 (23% below the national average of $1,163). 63.0% of housing units are owner-occupied. The home price-to-income ratio is 0x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$3
	100% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$900
	23% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	63.0%
Owner-Occupied	63.0%
Renter-Occupied	37.0%

Property Tax

In Mepal, 26.8% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 5.8% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 11.0% of residents, above the national average. 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). 2.9% experience frequent mental distress.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	26.8%
	16% below US avg
Diabetes	5.8%
Heart Disease	11.0%
High Blood Pressure	26.4%
COPD	1.9%
Kidney Disease	2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	9.8%
	30% below US avg
Binge Drinking	10.9%
Physical Inactivity	79.9%
Depression	13.5%
Mental Distress	2.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	88.0%

Premature Death	110/100K

Food & Exercise

Mepal has a violent crime rate of 1 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. The murder rate is 1.1 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Overall, Mepal receives a safety grade of A.

Crime Rates: Mepal vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent	1.1/100K
	100% below US avg
Murder	1.1/100K
	82% below US avg

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety Grade	A
Safety Score	4.2 / 5.0

Mepal experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. The area gets 219 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 34.0 inches. The area receives 3.0 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 26 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)

Annual Average	52.6°F
	3% below US avg
January Average	41°F (5°C)
July Average	63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days	219 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 34.0"

11% below US avg

Snowfall 3.0"

Wettest Month (Jun) 2.05"

Driest Month (Feb) 1.26"

Air Quality

AQI Median	9.0
Rating	Good
Good Days %	93.2%

Geography

Elevation	26 ft (8 m)
Area	290.8 sq mi (753.2 km²)
Population Density	3/sq mi
Coordinates	52.4043°N, 0.1151°W
Timezone	Europe/London

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	41°F (5°C)	1.8 in
February	40°F (4°C)	1.3 in	Coldest, Driest
March	44°F (6°C)	1.7 in
April	47°F (8°C)	1.7 in
May	53°F (12°C)	1.8 in
June	58°F (15°C)	2.1 in	Wettest
July	63°F (17°C)	1.7 in	Warmest
August	62°F (17°C)	2.0 in
September	58°F (14°C)	1.9 in
October	51°F (11°C)	1.9 in
November	44°F (7°C)	2.0 in
December	41°F (5°C)	1.9 in

Mepal has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F / from 40°F in February to 63°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 21.5 inches, with June being the wettest month (2.1") and February the driest (1.3").

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)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density	3/sq mi
Total Area	290.8 sq mi

Services

Broadband Access	96.3%

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Mepal

What is the population of Mepal?

Mepal has a population of 982 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 290.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.6 years. The population is 50.8% female and 49.2% male.

Is Mepal expensive to live in?

Mepal 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 $49,944, 34% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $3 (100% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $900 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 0x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Mepal safe?

Mepal is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 1 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Overall, Mepal receives a safety grade of A based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Mepal?

Mepal has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 219 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 34.0 inches, with 3.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 9.

How is the job market in Mepal?

Mepal has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.8%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in Mepal?

The median home value in Mepal is $3. For renters, the median monthly rent is $900. The homeownership rate is 63.0%.

How are the schools in Mepal?

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

How healthy is Mepal?

The obesity rate in Mepal 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.

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