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Portoscuso, Italy

Sardinia · Italy

Portoscuso is a small town in Sardinia, Italy with a population of 4,440. Elevation: 20 ft (6 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).

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4,440 Population 181/sq mi density
20 ft Elevation 6 meters
63°F Avg Temperature 17°C
24.7 in Annual Rain
Europe / Rome Timezone
$21,168 Median Income
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Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
1.9 / 5.0
$21,168 median income, 13.5% unemployment

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About Portoscuso

Portoscuso

Portoscuso is a comune (municipality) in the Province of Sulcis Iglesiente in the Italian region Sardinia, located about 75 kilometres (47 mi) west of Cagliari and about 14 kilometres (9 mi) northwest of Carbonia. The languages used here are Italian and Sardinian Campidanese.

People

Population4,440
Density181/mi²

Economy

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Median Income$21,168
Unemployment13.5%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)
Rain24.7 in/yr
Sunny Days291/yr
Elevation20 ft (6 m)
Population4,440
Population Density181 / sq mi
Elevation20 ft (6 m)
Coordinates39.2074°, 8.3809°
TimezoneEurope/Rome
Country🇮🇹 Italy
State / ProvinceSardinia
Average Temperature63°F (17°C)
January Average51°F (10°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation24.7 inches (626 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$21,168

About Portoscuso

Portoscuso is a small town in Italy (Sardinia) with a population of 4,440. The city sits at an elevation of 20 feet (6 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 63°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 51°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 24.7 inches. The timezone is Europe/Rome.

The median household income in Portoscuso is $21,168, which is 72% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 13.5% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 333 business establishments.

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Income

Median HH Income$21,168
72% below Italy avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment13.5%
275% above Italy avg
Establishments (County)333

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Portoscuso enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. The area gets 291 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 24.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 20 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

51°F Jan (10°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average62.5°F
16% above Italy avg
January Average51°F (10°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Sunny Days291 days/yr

Geography

Elevation20 ft (6 m)
Area24.6 sq mi (63.7 km²)
Population Density181/sq mi
Coordinates39.2074°N, 8.3809°W
TimezoneEurope/Rome

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 24.7"
35% below Italy avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Nov) 3.98"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.16"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

5 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.3. Most recent: M2.8 on Jul 13, 2006.

Jan 20, 2005 126 km WNW of Buggerru, Italy M4.3 133 km
Mar 24, 2006 western Mediterranean Sea M4.1 64 km
Dec 20, 2001 2 km NNW of Santu Lussurgiu, Italy M3.5 108 km
Mar 22, 2006 9 km S of Pula, Italy M3.4 63 km
Jul 13, 2006 5 km W of Capoterra, Italy M2.8 46 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 51°F (10°C) 2.9 in Coldest
February 51°F (11°C) 3.0 in
March 54°F (12°C) 2.4 in
April 57°F (14°C) 2.2 in
May 64°F (18°C) 1.3 in
June 71°F (22°C) 0.7 in
July 76°F (25°C) 0.2 in Driest
August 77°F (25°C) 0.4 in Warmest
September 72°F (22°C) 1.5 in
October 66°F (19°C) 3.0 in
November 58°F (14°C) 4.0 in Wettest
December 53°F (12°C) 3.1 in

Portoscuso has a seasonal temperature swing of 26°F / from 51°F in January to 77°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 24.6 inches, with November being the wettest month (4.0") and July the driest (0.2").

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Schools in Portoscuso

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Istituto Comprensivo Angius
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Radio Stations near Portoscuso

5 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radio Iglesias pop AAC+ 96 kbps
Radio Super Sound cagliari, pop MP3 128 kbps
Radio Rada classic hits, hits MP3 128 kbps
Radio Macomer Centrale AAC+ 96 kbps
Radio Arcobaleno iglesias, variety MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Portoscuso

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Complesso nuragico di Seruci
EcoMuseo del Maestro di Tela Chiara Vigo
Galleria Henry
mab - Museo Archeologico Ferruccio Barreca
Miniera di Su Zurfuro
Monte Granatico
Museo Archeologico Villa Sulcis
Museo Civico Casa del Duca
Museo d'Arte Contemporanea Calasetta
Museo del Carbone
Museo del Minatore
Museo del Territorio Trataliese
Museo dell'Arte Mineraria
Museo di Genna Luas
Museo Etnografico
Museo Etnografico Su Magasinu De Su Binu
Museo Multimediale della Torre San Vittorio
Parco Museale Cannas di Sotto
Piccolo museo della Calzoleria
Torre di San Vittorio
Villaggio Ipogeico

Libraries in Portoscuso

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Biblioteca Comunale "I Sufeti" di Sant'Antioco0.0
Biblioteca Comunale "Pietro Doneddu"0.0
Biblioteca Comunale di Buggerru0.0
Biblioteca Comunale di Gonnesa0.0
Biblioteca Comunale di Masainas0.0
Biblioteca Comunale di Perdaxius0.0
Biblioteca Comunale di San Giovanni Suergiu0.0
Biblioteca Comunale di Tratalias0.0
Biblioteca Comunale Fluminimaggiore0.0
Biblioteca Comunale Niccolò Cannelles0.0
Biblioteca Comunale Sede decentrata di Nuraxi Figus0.0

Farmers Markets in Portoscuso

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercato Civico
Mercato Civico
Mercato Civico

Hotels in Portoscuso

4 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Don Pedro
La Ghinghetta
Lido Degli Spagnoli
Panorama Hotel

Restaurants in Portoscuso

10 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Al Ristorantino
da Guzzo
Don Pedro
l’ancorna
La Ghinghetta
Nutilus
Pizzeria Dell'Olio
Ristorante Palazzotto
Ristorante Pizzeria Ciccittu
Sa Musciara

Cafes in Portoscuso

4 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bar Ristorante Villamarina
Giro di Boa
Il Faro
Nautilus

Monuments in Portoscuso

2 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Eroi della Patria
Monumento ai Caduti del Mare

Gas Stations in Portoscuso

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Tamoil

Breweries in Portoscuso

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Rubiu

Stadiums & Teams in Portoscuso

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Portoscuso

9 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Cagliari Elmas AirportCAGLarge Airport
Decimomannu Air BaseDCIMedium Airport
Aviosuperficie "La Tana del Volo"Small Airport
Aviosuperficie "Sa Doda"Small Airport
Campo di Volo MonrealeSmall Airport
Campo di volo Porto PinoSmall Airport
Campo di Volo SardegnaSmall Airport
Campo di Volo VallermosaSmall Airport
Oristano-Fenosu AirportFNUSmall Airport

Post Offices in Portoscuso

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
La Nuova Posta
Poste Italiane

Churches & Religious Organizations in Portoscuso

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Chiesa di Sant'Antonio
Chiesa Santa Maria d'Itria
Parrocchia di S. Giovanni Battista

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Waterfalls
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Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Rome

🇮🇹 About Italy

Capital Rome
Population 60,431,283
Area 301,230 km²
GDP (USD) $2,316,727,999,333
GDP per capita $39,277
HDI 0.906
Life expectancy 83.7 years
Internet users 87.0%
Urban population 69.5%
Currency EUR (Euro)
Languages Italian, Catalan
Calling code +39
TLD .it
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Italy

14 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Capodanno
Jan 6 Epiphany Epifania
Apr 5 Easter Sunday Pasqua
Apr 6 Easter Monday Lunedì dell'Angelo
Apr 25 Liberation Day Festa della Liberazione
May 1 International Workers Day Festa del Lavoro
May 25 Whit Monday Lunedì di Pentecoste
Jun 2 Republic Day Festa della Repubblica
Aug 15 Assumption Day Ferragosto o Assunzione
Oct 4 St. Francis of Assisi's Day San Francesco d'Assisi
Nov 1 All Saints Day Tutti i santi
Dec 8 Immaculate Conception Immacolata Concezione
Dec 25 Christmas Day Natale
Dec 26 St. Stephen's Day Santo Stefano

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Frequently Asked Questions About Portoscuso

What is the population of Portoscuso?

Portoscuso has a population of 4,440 residents and is located in Italy. The population density is 181 people per square mile, spread across 24.6 square miles.

Is Portoscuso expensive to live in?

The median household income is $21,168, 72% below the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in Portoscuso?

Portoscuso enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 51°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 291 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 24.7 inches.

How is the job market in Portoscuso?

The job market in Portoscuso faces challenges, with unemployment at 13.5% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. There are 333 business establishments in the area.

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