Pigra, Italy

Lombardy · Italy

Pigra is a small town in Lombardy, Italy with a population of 266. Elevation: 2,890 ft (881 m). Average temperature: 57°F (14°C).

2.9 /5.0

C+ Fair

266 Population 173/sq mi density

2,890 ft Elevation 881 meters

57°F Avg Temperature 14°C

75.4 in Annual Rain

Europe / Rome Timezone

$17,393 Median Income

C+

Overall

2.9 / 5.0

Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

Economy

2.2 / 5.0

$17,393 median income, 13.0% unemployment

Affordability

1.2 / 5.0

$700/mo rent

Safety

4.3 / 5.0

1 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)

B+

Education

3.7 / 5.0

34.2% bachelor's degree or higher

Median Income $17,393

77% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 1/100K

100% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 34.2%

1% higher than US avg

Median Rent $700

40% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 17.3%

46% lower than US avg

Unemployment 13.0%

261% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 0.9%

93% lower than US avg

People

Population266

Median Age47.3 yrs

Density173/mi²

Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

Median Income$17,393

Per Capita$39,277

Unemployment13.0%

Poverty0.9%

Housing

Home ValueN/A

Rent$700

Ownership72.0%

Crime

Violent1/100K

PropertyN/A

Murder0.6/100K

Health

Obesity17.3%

UninsuredN/A

Smoking21.8%

Depression7.2%

Heart Disease9.1%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)

AQI16 (Good)

Rain75.4 in/yr

Sunny Days282/yr

Elevation2,890 ft (881 m)

Education

B+

Bachelor's+34.2%

High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A

Broadband87.0%

Population	266
Population Density	173 / sq mi
Elevation	2,890 ft (881 m)
Coordinates	45.9574°, 9.1265°
Timezone	Europe/Rome
Country	🇮🇹 Italy
State / Province	Lombardy
Average Temperature	57°F (14°C)
January Average	42°F (5°C)
July Average	73°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation	75.4 inches (1,915 mm)
Annual Snowfall	12.8 inches (33 cm)
Median Household Income	$17,393
Median Age	47.3 years

Is Pigra a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pigra receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low crime rates, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Pigra has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Pigra is $17,393, 77% below the national average of $75,149. At 13.0%, unemployment is notably high. Only 0.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $700 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability.

Safety & Crime

Pigra 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 34.2% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 99.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Pigra enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 282 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 75.4 inches, including 12.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 16.

Pigra has a population of 266 with a density of 173 people per square mile, spread across 1.5 square miles. The median age is 47.3 years, 22% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.1% female and 48.9% male. 26.1% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 82.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

266

Total Population

173

People / sq mi

47.3yrs

Median Age

22% above US avg

1.5mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.9%

Female 51.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Pigra vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Pigra vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pigra is $17,393, which is 77% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $39,277. The unemployment rate is 13.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.9% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 65.1, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Pigra vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$17,393
	77% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$39,277

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	13.0%
	261% above US avg
Poverty Rate	0.9%
	93% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	65.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $700 (40% below the national average of $1,163). 72.0% of housing units are owner-occupied.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$700
	40% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	72.0%
Owner-Occupied	72.0%
Renter-Occupied	28.0%

Property Tax

In Pigra, 17.3% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 5.8% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 9.1% of residents, above the national average. 33.8% have high blood pressure. 21.8% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 8.3% report binge drinking. 88.6% are physically inactive, above the national average. 7.2% report depression (below the 20.0% national average). 4.2% experience frequent mental distress.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	17.3%
	46% below US avg
Diabetes	5.8%
Heart Disease	9.1%
High Blood Pressure	33.8%
COPD	0.6%
Kidney Disease	0.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	21.8%
	56% above US avg
Binge Drinking	8.3%
Physical Inactivity	88.6%
Depression	7.2%
Mental Distress	4.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	82.0%

Premature Death	91/100K

Food & Exercise

Pigra has a violent crime rate of 1 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. The murder rate is 0.6 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Overall, Pigra receives a safety grade of A.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent	0.6/100K
	100% below US avg
Murder	0.6/100K
	91% below US avg

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety Grade	A
Safety Score	4.3 / 5.0

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Pigra enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 282 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 75.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 12.8 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 16 / among the cleanest air in the country. 92% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 2,890 feet.

Temperature

42°F Jan (5°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)

Annual Average	57.2°F
	6% above US avg
January Average	42°F (5°C)
July Average	73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days	282 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	2,890 ft (881 m)
Area	1.5 sq mi (4.0 km²)
Population Density	173/sq mi
Coordinates	45.9574°N, 9.1265°W
Timezone	Europe/Rome

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 75.4"

98% above US avg

Snowfall 12.8"

Wettest Month (May) 5.87"

Driest Month (Feb) 2.17"

Air Quality

AQI Median	16.0
Rating	Good
Good Days %	91.8%

Earthquake History

947 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.0.

Apr 11, 2003	1 km SSW of Carezzano Maggiore, Italy	M5.0	131 km
Apr 18, 2005	2 km WSW of Marsaglia, Italy	M4.9	140 km
Oct 29, 1995	0 km WNW of Adro, Italy	M4.9	74 km
Aug 21, 2000	1 km WNW of Oviglio, Italy	M4.9	132 km
Dec 29, 1999	12 km N of Isolaccia, Italy	M4.8	116 km
Nov 20, 1991	1 km WSW of Churwalden, Switzerland	M4.7	96 km
Jul 18, 2001	3 km S of Masio, Italy	M4.7	137 km
Aug 28, 1994	6 km SSW of Muotathal, Switzerland	M4.5	111 km
Feb 17, 1992	4 km NNE of Scharans, Switzerland	M4.5	93 km
Apr 6, 2000	11 km WSW of Tubre, Italy	M4.5	117 km
Jan 4, 2009	3 km S of Wildhaus, Switzerland	M4.5	137 km
Oct 3, 2012	1 km WSW of Lugagnano Val d'Arda, Italy	M4.5	137 km
Oct 1, 2001	11 km WSW of Tubre, Italy	M4.5	117 km
Apr 16, 2020	2 km SE of Marsaglia, Italy	M4.5	142 km
May 15, 1992	1 km W of Sennwald, Switzerland	M4.4	148 km
Jun 14, 1993	3 km S of Vogogna, Italy	M4.4	64 km
Nov 22, 1997	4 km SSW of Krummenau, Switzerland	M4.4	139 km
May 8, 1992	2 km WSW of Sennwald, Switzerland	M4.4	146 km
May 8, 1992	0 km NNW of Sennwald, Switzerland	M4.4	148 km
Nov 16, 1995	1 km ENE of Einsiedeln, Switzerland	M4.3	134 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

4 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 95.0 m (312 ft).

Year	Location	Cause	Max Wave	Deaths	Distance
1987	VALTELLINA	Meteorological	95.0 m	27	105 km
1601	LAKE LUCERNE	Eruption + Earthquake	4.0 m	8	105 km
1996	LAKE BRIENZ	Meteorological	0.5 m	—	124 km
1868	LAKE GARDA	Earthquake	—	—	125 km

Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	42°F (5°C)	2.9 in
February	36°F (2°C)	2.2 in	Driest
March	41°F (5°C)	3.4 in
April	47°F (8°C)	4.8 in
May	55°F (13°C)	5.9 in	Wettest
June	61°F (16°C)	5.5 in
July	73°F (23°C)	4.5 in	Warmest
August	65°F (18°C)	5.3 in
September	59°F (15°C)	5.6 in
October	50°F (10°C)	5.5 in
November	41°F (5°C)	3.8 in
December	36°F (2°C)	2.6 in	Coldest

Pigra has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F / from 36°F in December to 73°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 51.7 inches, with May being the wettest month (5.9") and February the driest (2.2").

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34.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 1% above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school. 87.0% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	34.2%
	1% above US avg
High School+	99.0%

B+ Education Grade (3.7/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density	173/sq mi
Total Area	1.5 sq mi

Services

Broadband Access	87.0%

Commute & Transportation

Radio Stations near Pigra

30 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality
RMC Radio Monte Carlo	adult contemporary, mediaset	MP3 128 kbps
Radio Popolare	independent, milano	MP3 64 kbps
Radio Freccia	classic rock, oldies	AAC 192 kbps
VirginRadio - Pink Floyd	pop rock, rock	MP3 128 kbps
A Fine Jazz Gumbo Radio (CH)	jazz	AAC+ 48 kbps
Funky Radio	funky	MP3 320 kbps
70-80.it	1970s, 1980s	MP3 320 kbps
Deejay 30 Songs	30son, webradio	AAC+ 122 kbps
Lattemiele	musica italiana	MP3 256 kbps
Young Radio	breakbeat, entertainment	MP3 192 kbps
Milano XR	alternative rock, classic rock	AAC+ 96 kbps
LifeGate Radio	—	MP3
Radio Italia Sanremo	italian pop	AAC+
Stella FM	adult contemporary, trissino	MP3 128 kbps
CiaoComo Radio	—	MP3 192 kbps
NBC Milano	adult contemporary, milano	MP3 320 kbps
RSI Rete Due (CH)	classical, public radio	MP3 128 kbps
RTL 102.5 Disco	club, dance	AAC 192 kbps
RSI Rete Tre (CH)	—	AAC 128 kbps
Radio Raheem	ambient, balearic	MP3 192 kbps
RMC Sport Network	firenze, soccer	MP3 128 kbps
RMI Euro Disco	—	AAC 64 kbps
RADIO PODCAST	—	MP3 192 kbps
Radio RBS (FR)	electro, funk	MP3 128 kbps
Radio Mater	religious	MP3 32 kbps
Radio ComoZero	—	MP3 128 kbps
Virgin Radio Italy	alternative rock, classic rock	MP3 128 kbps
Radio Delta International	classic hits, italian pop	MP3 128 kbps
Radio Punto	—	AAC+ 128 kbps
Radio Merate Jazz	—	MP3 128 kbps

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Frequently Asked Questions About Pigra

What is the population of Pigra?

Pigra has a population of 266 residents and is located in Italy. The population density is 173 people per square mile, spread across 1.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 47.3 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.1% female and 48.9% male.

Is Pigra expensive to live in?

Pigra is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 65.1 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $17,393, 77% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $700 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

Is Pigra safe?

Pigra 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, Pigra receives a safety grade of A based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Pigra?

Pigra enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 42°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 282 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 75.4 inches, with 12.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 16.

How is the job market in Pigra?

The job market in Pigra faces challenges, with unemployment at 13.0% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in Pigra?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $700. The homeownership rate is 72.0%.

How are the schools in Pigra?

34.2% of adults in Pigra hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Pigra?

The obesity rate in Pigra is 17.3% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 21.8% of adults are smokers. 88.6% are physically inactive. 7.2% of residents report depression.

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