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Monifieth, United Kingdom

Scotland · United Kingdom

Monifieth is a small city in Scotland, United Kingdom with a population of 8,210. Elevation: 52 ft (16 m). Average temperature: 47°F (8°C).

Data updated June 2026

4.2 /5.0
A Great
8,210 Population 9/sq mi density
52 ft Elevation 16 meters
47°F Avg Temperature 8°C
25.5 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$47,360 Median Income
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$47,360 median income, 4.8% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.3 / 5.0
$204,065 home value, $1,184/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
50.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

People

Population8,210
Median Age40.6 yrs
Density9/mi²
Male / Female50% / 51%

Economy

B
Median Income$47,360
Per Capita$47,360
Unemployment4.8%

Housing

A
Home Value$204,065
Rent$1,184
Ownership65.0%
Housing Units3,284

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
Rain25.5 in/yr
Sunny Days290/yr
Elevation52 ft (16 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+50.0%
High School+84.0%

Community

Population8,210
Population Density9 / sq mi
Elevation52 ft (16 m)
Coordinates56.4823°, -2.8173°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceScotland
Average Temperature47°F (8°C)
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average58°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation25.5 inches (647 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$47,360
Median Age40.6 years

About Monifieth

Monifieth is a small city in United Kingdom (Scotland) with a population of 8,210. The city sits at an elevation of 52 feet (16 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 47°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 38°F in January to 58°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 25.5 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Monifieth has a population of 8,210 with a density of 9 people per square mile, spread across 885.8 square miles. The median age is 40.6 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.5% female and 49.5% male. English is the primary language spoken at home by 90% of residents.

Population

8,210
Total Population
9
People / sq mi
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above United Kingdom avg
885.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.5%
Female 50.5%

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 90.0%
15% above United Kingdom avg
Other Languages 10.0%

Social Characteristics

Monifieth vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Monifieth is $47,360, which is 37% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $47,360 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $911, 36% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.8% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 747 business establishments. 24.0% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Monifieth vs United Kingdom

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$47,360
37% below United Kingdom avg
Per Capita Income$47,360
Avg Weekly Wage$911

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.8%
32% above United Kingdom avg
Establishments (County)747

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone60.0%
Public Transit18.0%
Work from Home24.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Monifieth is $204,065, 28% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,184 (2% above the national average of $1,163). 65.0% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 3,284 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.3x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$204,065
28% below United Kingdom avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,184
2% above United Kingdom avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership65.0%
Owner-Occupied65.0%
Renter-Occupied35.0%
Housing Units3,284

Property Tax

Climate in Monifieth

Monifieth has an average annual temperature of 9°C (48°F). The hottest month is Jul (15°C), the coldest is Jan (3.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 712 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 3.8°C / 39°F 1.2° / 6.5° 62.3
Feb 4.4°C / 40°F 1.2° / 7.5° 47.3
Mar 5.8°C / 42°F 2.2° / 9.5° 47.0
Apr 7.8°C / 46°F 3.9° / 11.6° 43.4
May 10.1°C / 50°F 6.1° / 14.2° 49.2
Jun 13°C / 55°F 9.1° / 17° 62.7
Jul 15°C / 59°F 10.9° / 19.1° 64.6
Aug 14.8°C / 59°F 10.7° / 18.9° 69.2
Sep 12.8°C / 55°F 9° / 16.7° 54.5
Oct 9.6°C / 49°F 6.3° / 13° 80.1
Nov 6.4°C / 44°F 3.5° / 9.3° 68.1
Dec 4°C / 39°F 1.3° / 6.6° 63.4
Monifieth experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July. The area gets 290 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 25.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 52 feet.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 58°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average47.1°F
13% below United Kingdom avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average58°F (15°C)
Sunny Days290 days/yr

Geography

Elevation52 ft (16 m)
Area885.8 sq mi (2,294.3 km²)
Population Density9/sq mi
Coordinates56.4823°N, 2.8173°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 25.5"
33% below United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 2.64"
Driest Month (Apr) 1.65"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

6 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.0. Most recent: M2.5 on Jun 20, 2003.

Jun 20, 2003 12 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom M3.0 105 km
Jun 20, 2003 14 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom M2.8 105 km
Nov 30, 1997 4 km NNE of Kippen, United Kingdom M2.7 88 km
Aug 28, 1995 5 km NNW of Aviemore, United Kingdom M2.7 105 km
Jun 20, 2003 12 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom M2.5 105 km
Jan 9, 1990 29 km W of Aberfeldy, United Kingdom M2.5 95 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 38°F (3°C) 2.6 in Coldest, Wettest
February 38°F (4°C) 1.8 in
March 41°F (5°C) 1.9 in
April 45°F (7°C) 1.7 in Driest
May 49°F (10°C) 2.0 in
June 55°F (13°C) 2.0 in
July 58°F (15°C) 1.9 in Warmest
August 58°F (14°C) 2.1 in
September 54°F (12°C) 2.4 in
October 48°F (9°C) 2.6 in
November 42°F (6°C) 2.2 in
December 39°F (4°C) 2.4 in

Monifieth has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 38°F in January to 58°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 25.5 inches, with January being the wettest month (2.6") and April the driest (1.7").

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50.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 48% above the national average of 33.7%. 84.0% have completed high school.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+50.0%
48% above United Kingdom avg
High School+84.0%
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density9/sq mi
Total Area885.8 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone60.0%
Public Transit18.0%
Work from Home24.0%

Schools in Monifieth

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Monifieth Learning Campus - - - -
Grange Primary School - - - -
Seaview Primary School - - - -
Barnhill Primary School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Monifieth

4 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Dundee Radio Club community radio, field recordings MP3 320 kbps
Radio GH folk MP3 128 kbps
Tay Bridges Radio - MP3 320 kbps
NOW Radio 80s 80's, 80s MP3

Museums in Monifieth

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Bell Pettigrew Museum
Brechin Town House Museum
Broughty Castle Museum
Crail Museum and Heritage Centre
Cupar Heritage Centre
D'Arcy Thompson Zoology Museum
Discovery Point
Dundee Museum of Transport
Dundee Science Centre
Fife Folk Museum
Gateway to the Glens Museum
HMS Unicorn
J M Barrie's Birthplace
Meffan Institute Museum & Gallery
MUSA Collections Centre
R&A World Golf Museum
Scotstarvit Tower
Signal Tower Museum
St Andrews Castle Visitor Centre
St Andrews Cathedral Museum
St Andrews Museum
St Andrews Preservation Trust Museum
St Vigeans Sculptured Stones Museum
Tayside Medical History Museum
Tayside Police Museum
The McManus
The McManus Collection's Unit
V&A Dundee
Verdant Works
Wardlaw Museum

Libraries in Monifieth

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Angus Archives0.0
Arbroath Library0.0
Ardler Community Library0.0
Arthurstone Community Library0.0
Bernard King Library0.0
Blackness Community Library0.0
Broughty Ferry Library0.0
Carnoustie Library0.0
Coldside Community Library0.0
Cupar Library0.0
Dundee Central Library0.0
Fintry Community Library0.0
Forfar Library0.0
J F Allen Library0.0
Kirriemuir Library0.0
Library & Learning Centre0.0
Lochee Library0.0
Main Library0.0
Martyrs Kirk Research Library0.0
Menzieshill Community Library0.0
Monifieth Library0.0
Newport Library0.0
St Andrews Library0.0
Tayport Library0.0
The Hub Library & Learning Centre0.0
University of St Andrews Library0.0
Whitfield Community Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Monifieth

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Carnoustie Farmers' Market
Dundee Farmers' Market
Fish Market
Forfar Farmers' Market

Hotels in Monifieth

3 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Best Western Woodlands Hotel
Monifieth Farm Hotel
Premier Inn Dundee East

Restaurants in Monifieth

5 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Amore Mio
Chiang Mai Thai Restaurant
Milton Inn
The Culdee
Yang Sing

Cafes in Monifieth

3 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bay Diner
Bowman Coffee House
Costa Drive Thru

Dentists in Monifieth

3 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

GB #1279898258
Panmure Dental Care
Vita Dental Spa

Veterinaries in Monifieth

1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Parkside Vet

Train Stations in Monifieth

2 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Balmossie
Monifieth

Gas Stations in Monifieth

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Esso

Gyms in Monifieth

2 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Curves
GB #232950206

Golf Courses in Monifieth

3 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Ashludie Course
Medal Course
Panmure Links

Breweries in Monifieth

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Holy Goat Brewing
MòR Beers
Redcastle Brewery
St Andrews Brewing Company

Stadiums & Teams in Monifieth

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Monifieth

2 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Glenshee Ski Center 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Garthdee Ski Centre 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Monifieth

28 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aberdeen International AirportABZLarge Airport
Edinburgh AirportEDILarge Airport
Dundee AirportDNDMedium Airport
Leuchars Station AirfieldADXMedium Airport
Aboyne Airfield-Small Airport
Archerfield Airstrip-Small Airport
Balado Airfield-Small Airport
Baldardo Field-Small Airport
Balgone Airstrip-Small Airport
Balgrummo Steading Airstrip-Small Airport
Broomhill Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Castleton Farm-Small Airport
East Fortune Airfield-Small Airport
Fife Airport-Small Airport
Forfar Airstrip-Small Airport
Hilton of Carslogie Airstrip-Small Airport
Kingsmuir Airfield-Small Airport
Kirriemuir Farm Strip-Small Airport
Latch Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Laurencekirk-Small Airport
Montrose Airstrip-Small Airport
Nairns Mains Airstrip-Small Airport
Netherley Private Airstrip-Small Airport
Perth/Scone AirportPSLSmall Airport
Pilmuir Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Portmoak Glider Field-Small Airport
RAF Kirknewton-Small Airport
Teuchats Farm Airstrip-Small Airport

Post Offices in Monifieth

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Monifieth Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Monifieth

5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Barnhill St Margaret's Church
Holy Trinity Scottish Episcopal Church
Monifieth Parish Church
Panmurefield Baptist Centre (Broughty Ferry Baptist Church)
St. Bride's RC Church

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/London

🇬🇧 About United Kingdom

Capital London
Population 66,488,991
Area 244,820 km²
GDP (USD) $3,420,796,653,789
GDP per capita $49,944
HDI 0.940
Life expectancy 81.2 years
Internet users 96.3%
Urban population 83.2%
Currency GBP (Pound)
Languages English
Calling code +44
TLD .uk
Driving side left

Public Holidays in United Kingdom

14 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Jan 2 2 January 2 January
Mar 17 Saint Patrick's Day Saint Patrick's Day
Apr 3 Good Friday Good Friday
Apr 6 Easter Monday Easter Monday
May 4 Early May Bank Holiday Early May Bank Holiday
May 25 Spring Bank Holiday Spring Bank Holiday
Jun 15 World Cup Bank Holiday World Cup Bank Holiday
Jul 13 Battle of the Boyne Battle of the Boyne
Aug 3 Summer Bank Holiday Summer Bank Holiday
Aug 31 Summer Bank Holiday Summer Bank Holiday
Nov 30 Saint Andrew's Day Saint Andrew's Day
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day
Dec 28 St. Stephen's Day Boxing Day

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Frequently Asked Questions About Monifieth

What is the population of Monifieth?

Monifieth has a population of 8,210 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 9 people per square mile, spread across 885.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.6 years. The population is 50.5% female and 49.5% male.

Is Monifieth expensive to live in?

The median household income is $47,360, 37% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $204,065 (28% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,184 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Monifieth?

Monifieth has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 58°F in July. The area receives 290 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 25.5 inches.

How is the job market in Monifieth?

Monifieth has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.8%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $911. There are 747 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Monifieth?

The median home value in Monifieth is $204,065. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,184. The homeownership rate is 65.0%.

How are the schools in Monifieth?

50.0% of adults in Monifieth hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 84.0% have completed high school.

What are the demographics of Monifieth?

90% of residents speak only English at home.

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