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Ponna Superiore, Italy

Lombardy · Italy

Ponna Superiore is a small town in Lombardy, Italy with a population of 204. Elevation: 2,854 ft (870 m). Average temperature: 57°F (14°C).

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
204 Population 133/sq mi density
2,854 ft Elevation 870 meters
57°F Avg Temperature 14°C
75.4 in Annual Rain
Europe / Rome Timezone
$14,556 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.2 / 5.0
$14,556 median income, 13.0% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.0 / 5.0
$700/mo rent
A
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 $14,556
81% 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

Population204
Median Age47.3 yrs
Density133/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

C
Median Income$14,556
Per Capita$39,277
Unemployment13.0%
Poverty0.9%

Housing

F
Home ValueN/A
Rent$700
Ownership72.0%

Crime

A
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
Elevation2,854 ft (870 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+34.2%
High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.0%
Population204
Population Density133 / sq mi
Elevation2,854 ft (870 m)
Coordinates45.9896°, 9.0941°
TimezoneEurope/Rome
Country🇮🇹 Italy
State / ProvinceLombardy
Average Temperature57°F (14°C)
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation75.4 inches (1,915 mm)
Annual Snowfall12.8 inches (33 cm)
Median Household Income$14,556
Median Age47.3 years

Is Ponna Superiore a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ponna Superiore receives an overall livability score of 2.8 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. Ponna Superiore has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ponna Superiore is $14,556, 81% 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

Ponna Superiore 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

Ponna Superiore 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.

Ponna Superiore has a population of 204 with a density of 133 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

204
Total Population
133
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

Ponna Superiore vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Ponna Superiore vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ponna Superiore is $14,556, which is 81% 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: Ponna Superiore vs U.S.

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Income

Median HH Income$14,556
81% below US avg
Per Capita Income$39,277

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment13.0%
261% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.9%
93% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living65.10 (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

Homeownership72.0%
Owner-Occupied72.0%
Renter-Occupied28.0%

Property Tax

In Ponna Superiore, 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: Ponna Superiore vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity17.3%
46% below US avg
Diabetes5.8%
Heart Disease9.1%
High Blood Pressure33.8%
COPD0.6%
Kidney Disease0.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking21.8%
56% above US avg
Binge Drinking8.3%
Physical Inactivity88.6%
Depression7.2%
Mental Distress4.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.0%
Premature Death91/100K

Food & Exercise

Ponna Superiore 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, Ponna Superiore receives a safety grade of A.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.6/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.6/100K
91% below US avg

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety GradeA
Safety Score4.3 / 5.0
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Ponna Superiore 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 2,854 feet.

Temperature

42°F Jan (5°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average57.2°F
6% above US avg
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days282 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,854 ft (870 m)
Area1.5 sq mi (4.0 km²)
Population Density133/sq mi
Coordinates45.9896°N, 9.0941°W
TimezoneEurope/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 Median16.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.8%

Earthquake History

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

Apr 11, 2003 1 km SSW of Carezzano Maggiore, Italy M5.0 134 km
Apr 18, 2005 2 km WSW of Marsaglia, Italy M4.9 144 km
Aug 21, 2000 1 km WNW of Oviglio, Italy M4.9 134 km
Oct 29, 1995 0 km WNW of Adro, Italy M4.9 78 km
Dec 29, 1999 12 km N of Isolaccia, Italy M4.8 115 km
Nov 20, 1991 1 km WSW of Churwalden, Switzerland M4.7 94 km
Jul 18, 2001 3 km S of Masio, Italy M4.7 139 km
Jan 4, 2009 3 km S of Wildhaus, Switzerland M4.5 133 km
Aug 28, 1994 6 km SSW of Muotathal, Switzerland M4.5 107 km
Oct 1, 2001 11 km WSW of Tubre, Italy M4.5 117 km
Apr 6, 2000 11 km WSW of Tubre, Italy M4.5 117 km
Apr 16, 2020 2 km SE of Marsaglia, Italy M4.5 146 km
Oct 3, 2012 1 km WSW of Lugagnano Val d'Arda, Italy M4.5 142 km
Feb 17, 1992 4 km NNE of Scharans, Switzerland M4.5 90 km
May 8, 1992 0 km NNW of Sennwald, Switzerland M4.4 145 km
May 15, 1992 1 km W of Sennwald, Switzerland M4.4 145 km
May 8, 1992 2 km WSW of Sennwald, Switzerland M4.4 143 km
Nov 22, 1997 4 km SSW of Krummenau, Switzerland M4.4 136 km
Jun 14, 1993 3 km S of Vogogna, Italy M4.4 62 km
Nov 16, 1995 1 km ENE of Einsiedeln, Switzerland M4.3 130 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 8 101 km
1996 LAKE BRIENZ Meteorological 0.5 m — 119 km
1868 LAKE GARDA Earthquake — — 129 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

Ponna Superiore 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 Density133/sq mi
Total Area1.5 sq mi

Services

Broadband Access87.0%

Commute & Transportation

Radio Stations near Ponna Superiore

27 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radio Freccia classic rock, oldies AAC 192 kbps
A Fine Jazz Gumbo Radio (CH) jazz AAC+ 48 kbps
70-80.it 1970s, 1980s MP3 320 kbps
Young Radio breakbeat, entertainment MP3 192 kbps
Stella FM adult contemporary, trissino MP3 128 kbps
Radio Italia Sanremo italian pop AAC+
RTL 102.5 Disco club, dance AAC 192 kbps
RSI Rete Tre (CH) — AAC 128 kbps
RSI Rete Due (CH) classical, public radio MP3 128 kbps
CiaoComo Radio — MP3 192 kbps
NBC Milano adult contemporary, milano MP3 320 kbps
RMI Euro Disco — AAC 64 kbps
Radio ComoZero — MP3 128 kbps
Radio Mater religious MP3 32 kbps
RADIO PODCAST — MP3 192 kbps
Hey DJ Radio dance, dance top40 MP3 320 kbps
Te Ador Radio 70's, 80's MP3 128 kbps
Radio Merate Jazz — MP3 128 kbps
Radio Morcote International (CH) morcote, pop MP3 192 kbps
RADIO STUDIO SOUND — MP3 128 kbps
Radio Onyx (CH) italian pop MP3 192 kbps
Radio Bops pop, soul MP3 256 kbps
Radio Punto — AAC+ 128 kbps
Radio Delta International classic hits, italian pop MP3 128 kbps
Radio Cernusco Stereo cernusco sul naviglio, music MP3 192 kbps
Rock'n'Roll Radio classic rock, heavy metal MP3 128 kbps
Radio Gwendalyn (CH) — MP3

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Frequently Asked Questions About Ponna Superiore

What is the population of Ponna Superiore?

Ponna Superiore has a population of 204 residents and is located in Italy. The population density is 133 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 Ponna Superiore expensive to live in?

Ponna Superiore 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 $14,556, 81% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $700 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

Is Ponna Superiore safe?

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

What is the weather like in Ponna Superiore?

Ponna Superiore 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 Ponna Superiore?

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

How much does housing cost in Ponna Superiore?

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

How are the schools in Ponna Superiore?

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

How healthy is Ponna Superiore?

The obesity rate in Ponna Superiore 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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