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Pwllheli, United Kingdom

Wales · 🇬🇧 United Kingdom

Pwllheli is a small town in Wales, United Kingdom with a population of 4,076. Elevation: 23 ft (7 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
4,076 Population 1,932/sq mi density
23 ft Elevation 7 meters
50°F Avg Temperature 10°C
41.2 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$41,742 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$41,742 median income, 5.7% unemployment
B+
Education
3.9 / 5.0
36.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $41,742
44% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 36.2%
7% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.8%
16% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.7%
58% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.5%
96% lower than US avg

People

Population4,076
Median Age40.6 yrs
Density1,932/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 1%
Veterans4.3%

Economy

B
Median Income$41,742
Per Capita$49,944
Unemployment5.7%
Poverty0.5%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI9 (Good)
Rain41.2 in/yr
Sunny Days261/yr
Elevation23 ft (7 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+36.2%
High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband96.3%
Population4,076
Population Density1,932 / sq mi
Elevation23 ft (7 m)
Coordinates52.8899°, -4.4145°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceWales
Average Temperature50°F (10°C)
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation41.2 inches (1,047 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$41,742
Median Age40.6 years

Is Pwllheli a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pwllheli receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Pwllheli offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Pwllheli is $41,742, 44% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.7% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 0.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 36.2% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 99.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Pwllheli experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. With 261 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 41.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 9.

Pwllheli has a population of 4,076 with a density of 1,932 people per square mile, spread across 2.1 square miles. The median age is 40.6 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.8% female and 49.2% male. The city is predominantly Asian (96.2%), with 1.4% White. English is the primary language spoken at home by 97.2% of residents. 4.3% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 21.4% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 88.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

4,076
Total Population
1,932
People / sq mi
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
2.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Pwllheli vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.2%
24% above US avg
Other Languages2.8%

Social Characteristics

Pwllheli vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pwllheli is $41,742, which is 44% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $49,944 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 5.7% (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 85.9, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living. 23.7% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Pwllheli vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$41,742
44% below US avg
Per Capita Income$49,944

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.7%
58% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.5%
96% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living85.90 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone56.6%
Public Transit2.9%
Work from Home23.7%

Walkability

In Pwllheli, 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: Pwllheli 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

Pwllheli experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 261 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 41.2 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 23 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

42°F Jan (5°C) 59°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average49.8°F
8% below US avg
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Sunny Days261 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.2 inches
8% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median9.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.2%

Geography

Elevation23 ft (7 m)
Area2.1 sq mi (5.5 km²)
Population Density1,932/sq mi
Coordinates52.8899°N, 4.4145°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 42°F (5°C) 4.1 in Coldest
February 42°F (5°C) 3.0 in
March 44°F (6°C) 3.4 in
April 47°F (8°C) 2.5 in
May 52°F (11°C) 2.3 in Driest
June 56°F (13°C) 2.6 in
July 59°F (15°C) 2.6 in
August 59°F (15°C) 3.4 in Warmest
September 56°F (14°C) 3.6 in
October 52°F (11°C) 4.4 in
November 47°F (8°C) 4.8 in Wettest
December 43°F (6°C) 4.5 in

Pwllheli has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F — from 42°F in January to 59°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 41.2 inches, with November being the wettest month (4.8") and May the driest (2.3").

36.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 7% 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+36.2%
7% above US avg
High School+99.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density1,932/sq mi
Total Area2.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access96.3%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone56.6%
Public Transit2.9%
Work from Home23.7%

Frequently Asked Questions About Pwllheli

What is the population of Pwllheli?

Pwllheli has a population of 4,076 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 1,932 people per square mile, spread across 2.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.6 years. The population is 50.8% female and 49.2% male.

Is Pwllheli expensive to live in?

Pwllheli is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 85.9 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $41,742, 44% below the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in Pwllheli?

Pwllheli has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 42°F in January, while summers reach an average of 59°F in July. The area receives 261 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 41.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 9.

How is the job market in Pwllheli?

The unemployment rate in Pwllheli is 5.7%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition.

How are the schools in Pwllheli?

36.2% of adults in Pwllheli hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Pwllheli?

The obesity rate in Pwllheli 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.

What are the demographics of Pwllheli?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Pwllheli is 1.4% White, 0.8% Black or African American, 96.2% Asian. 97.2% of residents speak only English at home. 4.3% of the population are military veterans. 21.4% of residents have a disability. 88.0% have health insurance coverage.

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