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Port Erin, Isle of Man

Port Erin · 🇮🇲 Isle of Man

Port Erin is a small town in Port Erin, Isle of Man with a population of 3,530. Elevation: 79 ft (24 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
3,530 Population
79 ft Elevation 24 meters
48°F Avg Temperature 9°C
38.3 in Annual Rain
Europe / Isle of Man Timezone
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 35.0%
4% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.8%
16% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.8%
32% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.5%
96% lower than US avg

People

Population3,530
Median Age44.9 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$88,329
Unemployment4.8%
Poverty0.5%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI9 (Good)
Rain38.3 in/yr
Sunny Days267/yr
Elevation79 ft (24 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+35.0%
High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband96.3%
Population3,530
Elevation79 ft (24 m)
Coordinates54.0849°, -4.7510°
TimezoneEurope/Isle_of_Man
Country🇮🇲 Isle of Man
State / ProvincePort Erin
Average Temperature48°F (9°C)
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average58°F (14°C)
Annual Precipitation38.3 inches (972 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age44.9 years

Is Port Erin a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Port Erin receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Port Erin offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 4.8%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 0.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 35.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 99.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Port Erin experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July. With 267 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 9.

Port Erin has a population of 3,530. The median age is 44.9 years, 15% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.5% female and 49.5% male. 24.4% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 88.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

3,530
Total Population
44.9yrs
Median Age
15% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.5%
Female 50.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Port Erin vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Port Erin vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Port Erin is N/A. Per capita income is $88,329 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 4.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.5% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 70, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Port Erin vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$88,329

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.8%
32% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.5%
96% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living70.00 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Port Erin, 26.8% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 5.8% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 26.4% have high blood pressure. 9.8% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 10.9% report binge drinking. 79.9% are physically inactive, above the national average. 13.5% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Port Erin 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

Port Erin experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 267 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 38.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 9 — among the cleanest air in the country. 93% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 79 feet.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 58°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average48.1°F
11% below US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average58°F (14°C)
Sunny Days267 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.3 inches
1% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median9.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.2%

Geography

Elevation79 ft (24 m)
Coordinates54.0849°N, 4.7510°W
TimezoneEurope/Isle_of_Man

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 41°F (5°C) 4.0 in
February 40°F (5°C) 3.0 in Coldest
March 42°F (6°C) 3.0 in
April 45°F (7°C) 2.5 in
May 50°F (10°C) 2.2 in Driest
June 54°F (12°C) 2.4 in
July 58°F (14°C) 2.4 in Warmest
August 57°F (14°C) 3.1 in
September 54°F (12°C) 3.3 in
October 50°F (10°C) 4.1 in
November 45°F (7°C) 4.2 in Wettest
December 42°F (6°C) 4.1 in

Port Erin has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F — from 40°F in February to 58°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 38.3 inches, with November being the wettest month (4.2") and May the driest (2.2").

35.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 4% above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school. 96.3% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+35.0%
4% above US avg
High School+99.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access96.3%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Port Erin

What is the population of Port Erin?

Port Erin has a population of 3,530 residents and is located in Isle of Man.. The median age of residents is 44.9 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.5% female and 49.5% male.

Is Port Erin expensive to live in?

Port Erin is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 70 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Port Erin?

Port Erin has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 58°F in July. The area receives 267 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 38.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 9.

How is the job market in Port Erin?

Port Erin has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.8%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Port Erin?

35.0% of adults in Port Erin hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Port Erin?

The obesity rate in Port Erin is 26.8% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 9.8% of adults are smokers. 79.9% are physically inactive. 13.5% of residents report depression.

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