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Rotherham, United Kingdom

England · 🇬🇧 United Kingdom

Rotherham is a large city in England, United Kingdom with a population of 117,618. Elevation: 135 ft (41 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
117,618 Population
135 ft Elevation 41 meters
50°F Avg Temperature 10°C
45.8 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$44,086 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$44,086 median income, 5.5% unemployment
B+
Education
3.9 / 5.0
36.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $44,086
41% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 36.2%
7% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.8%
16% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.5%
53% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.5%
96% lower than US avg

People

Population117,618
Median Age40.6 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 2%
Veterans3.8%

Economy

B
Median Income$44,086
Per Capita$49,944
Unemployment5.5%
Poverty0.5%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI9 (Good)
Rain45.8 in/yr
Sunny Days207/yr
Elevation135 ft (41 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband96.3%
Population117,618
Elevation135 ft (41 m)
Coordinates53.4301°, -1.3568°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature50°F (10°C)
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation45.8 inches (1,163 mm)
Annual Snowfall14.1 inches (36 cm)
Median Household Income$44,086
Median Age40.6 years

Is Rotherham a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Rotherham is $44,086, 41% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.5% 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

Rotherham experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. The area gets 207 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 45.8 inches, including 14.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 9.

Rotherham has a population of 117,618. 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 (91%), with 2.2% White, 1.2% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 95.2% of residents. 3.8% 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

117,618
Total Population
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Rotherham vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.2%
21% above US avg
Other Languages4.8%

Social Characteristics

Rotherham vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rotherham is $44,086, which is 41% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $49,944 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 5.5% (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. 21.0% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Rotherham vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$44,086
41% below US avg
Per Capita Income$49,944

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.5%
53% 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 Alone59.8%
Public Transit4.8%
Work from Home21.0%

Walkability

In Rotherham, 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: Rotherham 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

Rotherham has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.8 inches. The area enjoys 207 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 9.

Temperature

40°F Jan (5°C) 59°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average50.1°F
7% below US avg
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Sunny Days207 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.8 inches
21% above US avg
Snowfall14.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median9.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.2%

Geography

Elevation135 ft (41 m)
Coordinates53.4301°N, 1.3568°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

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access96.3%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone59.8%
Public Transit4.8%
Work from Home21.0%

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