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Murton, United Kingdom

England · 🇬🇧 United Kingdom

Murton is a small city in England, United Kingdom with a population of 7,413. Elevation: 436 ft (133 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).

4.1 /5.0
A Great
7,413 Population
436 ft Elevation 133 meters
50°F Avg Temperature 10°C
38.6 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$42,464 Median Income
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$42,464 median income, 5.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$54,171 home value
B+
Education
3.9 / 5.0
36.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $42,464
43% lower than US avg
Home Value $54,171
81% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 36.2%
7% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.8%
16% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.6%
56% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.5%
96% lower than US avg

People

Population7,413
Median Age40.6 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 1%
Veterans5.2%

Economy

B
Median Income$42,464
Per Capita$49,944
Unemployment5.6%
Poverty0.5%

Housing

A+
Home Value$54,171
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI9 (Good)
Rain38.6 in/yr
Sunny Days208/yr
Elevation436 ft (133 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband96.3%
Population7,413
Elevation436 ft (133 m)
Coordinates54.8181°, -1.3904°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature50°F (10°C)
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average60°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation38.6 inches (981 mm)
Annual Snowfall4.5 inches (11 cm)
Median Household Income$42,464
Median Age40.6 years

Is Murton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Murton receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Murton stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Murton is $42,464, 43% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.6% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 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 Murton is $54,171, 81% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

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

Murton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. The area gets 208 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 38.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 9.

Murton has a population of 7,413. The median age is 40.6 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (1.2%), with 96.8% Asian.

Population

7,413
Total Population
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Murton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.8%
25% above US avg
Other Languages2.2%

Social Characteristics

Murton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Murton is $42,464, which is 43% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.5% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Murton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$42,464
43% below US avg
Per Capita Income$49,944

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.6%
56% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.5%
96% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living85.90 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone57.4%
Public Transit3.7%
Work from Home23.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Murton is $54,171, 81% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$54,171
81% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

In Murton, 26.8% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 9.8% are current smokers. 13.5% report depression. 79.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Murton 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

Murton has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.6 inches. The area enjoys 208 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 9.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 60°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average50.4°F
7% below US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average60°F (15°C)
Sunny Days208 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.6 inches
2% above US avg
Snowfall4.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median9.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.2%

Geography

Elevation436 ft (133 m)
Coordinates54.8181°N, 1.3904°W
TimezoneEurope/London
36.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (7% above US avg). 96.3% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+36.2%
7% above US avg
High School+99.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access96.3%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone57.4%
Public Transit3.7%
Work from Home23.9%

Nearby Cities

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