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Rhymney, United Kingdom

Wales · 🇬🇧 United Kingdom

Rhymney is a small city in Wales, United Kingdom with a population of 8,537. Elevation: 928 ft (283 m). Average temperature: 47°F (8°C).

4.1 /5.0
A Great
8,537 Population 1,025/sq mi density
928 ft Elevation 283 meters
47°F Avg Temperature 8°C
55.4 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$44,916 Median Income
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$44,916 median income, 5.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$1 home value
B+
Education
3.9 / 5.0
36.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $44,916
40% lower than US avg
Home Value $1
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 36.2%
7% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.8%
16% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.4%
50% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.5%
96% lower than US avg

People

Population8,537
Median Age40.6 yrs
Density1,025/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 1%
Veterans4.4%

Economy

B
Median Income$44,916
Per Capita$49,944
Unemployment5.4%
Poverty0.5%

Housing

A+
Home Value$1
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
AQI9 (Good)
Rain55.4 in/yr
Sunny Days235/yr
Elevation928 ft (283 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband96.3%
Population8,537
Population Density1,025 / sq mi
Elevation928 ft (283 m)
Coordinates51.7600°, -3.2855°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceWales
Average Temperature47°F (8°C)
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation55.4 inches (1,408 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$44,916
Median Age40.6 years

Is Rhymney a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rhymney receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Rhymney stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Rhymney is $44,916, 40% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.4% 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%.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Rhymney is $1, 100% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 0x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

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

Rhymney experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. The area gets 235 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 55.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 9.

Rhymney has a population of 8,537 with a density of 1,025 people per square mile. The median age is 40.6 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (0.8%), with 97.7% Asian.

Population

8,537
Total Population
1,025
People / sq mi
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
8.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Rhymney vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.5%
25% above US avg
Other Languages1.5%

Social Characteristics

Rhymney vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rhymney is $44,916, which is 40% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.5% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Rhymney vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$44,916
40% below US avg
Per Capita Income$49,944

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.4%
50% 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 Alone59.7%
Public Transit3.7%
Work from Home23.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Rhymney is $1, 100% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$1
100% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

In Rhymney, 26.8% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 9.8% are current smokers. 13.5% report depression. 79.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Rhymney 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

Rhymney has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. Annual precipitation is 55.4 inches. The area enjoys 235 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 9.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 59°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average47.2°F
13% below US avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Sunny Days235 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall55.4 inches
46% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median9.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.2%

Geography

Elevation928 ft (283 m)
Area8.3 sq mi (21.6 km²)
Population Density1,025/sq mi
Coordinates51.7600°N, 3.2855°W
TimezoneEurope/London
36.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (7% above US avg). 96.3% of households have broadband internet.

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 Density1,025/sq mi
Total Area8.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access96.3%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone59.7%
Public Transit3.7%
Work from Home23.9%

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