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Newtownforbes, Ireland

Leinster · 🇮🇪 Ireland

Newtownforbes is a small town in Leinster, Ireland with a population of 778. Elevation: 190 ft (58 m). Average temperature: 49°F (10°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
778 Population
190 ft Elevation 58 meters
49°F Avg Temperature 10°C
40.4 in Annual Rain
Europe / Dublin Timezone
A+
Overall
4.6 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
4.6 / 5.0
45.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 45.0%
34% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 28.4%
12% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.6%
29% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.1%
99% lower than US avg

People

Population778
Median Age38.2 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female50% / 51%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$106,819
Unemployment4.6%
Poverty0.1%

Health

Obesity28.4%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking15.4%
Depression4.2%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (10°C)
AQI11 (Good)
Rain40.4 in/yr
Sunny Days263/yr
Elevation190 ft (58 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+45.0%
High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband96.5%
Population778
Elevation190 ft (58 m)
Coordinates53.7672°, -7.8336°
TimezoneEurope/Dublin
Country🇮🇪 Ireland
State / ProvinceLeinster
Average Temperature49°F (10°C)
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation40.4 inches (1,027 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age38.2 years

Is Newtownforbes a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Newtownforbes receives an overall livability score of 4.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include a highly educated population, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Newtownforbes stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 4.6%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 0.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 45.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 99.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Newtownforbes experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. With 263 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 11.

Newtownforbes has a population of 778. The median age is 38.2 years, 2% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.5% female and 49.5% male. 19.7% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 82.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

778
Total Population
38.2yrs
Median Age
2% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.5%
Female 50.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Newtownforbes vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Newtownforbes vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Newtownforbes is N/A. Per capita income is $106,819 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 4.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.1% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 84.6, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Newtownforbes vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$106,819

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.6%
29% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.1%
99% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living84.60 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Newtownforbes, 28.4% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 6.2% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 32.3% have high blood pressure. 15.4% are current smokers. 10.6% report binge drinking. 71.8% are physically inactive, above the national average. 4.2% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity28.4%
12% below US avg
Diabetes6.2%
High Blood Pressure32.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.4%
10% above US avg
Binge Drinking10.6%
Physical Inactivity71.8%
Depression4.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.0%

Food & Exercise

Newtownforbes experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 263 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 40.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 11 — among the cleanest air in the country. 93% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 190 feet.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average49.4°F
9% below US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Sunny Days263 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.4 inches
6% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median11.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.9%

Geography

Elevation190 ft (58 m)
Coordinates53.7672°N, 7.8336°W
TimezoneEurope/Dublin

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 41°F (5°C) 4.3 in Coldest, Wettest
February 41°F (5°C) 3.4 in
March 44°F (7°C) 3.4 in
April 47°F (8°C) 2.6 in
May 52°F (11°C) 2.5 in Driest
June 57°F (14°C) 2.7 in
July 60°F (16°C) 2.7 in Warmest
August 59°F (15°C) 3.4 in
September 55°F (13°C) 3.3 in
October 50°F (10°C) 4.1 in
November 45°F (7°C) 4.1 in
December 42°F (6°C) 4.1 in

Newtownforbes has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F — from 41°F in January to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 40.4 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.3") and May the driest (2.5").

45.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 34% above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school. 96.5% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+45.0%
34% above US avg
High School+99.0%
A+ Education Grade (4.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access96.5%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Newtownforbes

What is the population of Newtownforbes?

Newtownforbes has a population of 778 residents and is located in Ireland.. The median age of residents is 38.2 years. The population is 50.5% female and 49.5% male.

Is Newtownforbes expensive to live in?

Newtownforbes is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 84.6 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Newtownforbes?

Newtownforbes has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 263 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 40.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 11.

How is the job market in Newtownforbes?

Newtownforbes has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.6%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Newtownforbes?

45.0% of adults in Newtownforbes hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Newtownforbes?

The obesity rate in Newtownforbes is 28.4% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 15.4% of adults are smokers. 71.8% are physically inactive. 4.2% of residents report depression.

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