Bachelor's+ 28.0%

17% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 21.8%

32% lower than US avg

Unemployment 6.2%

71% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 0.4%

97% lower than US avg

People

Population3,430

Median Age46.2 yrs

DensityN/A

Male / Female48% / 52%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$27,635

Unemployment6.2%

Poverty0.4%

Health

Obesity21.8%

UninsuredN/A

Smoking30.3%

Depression11.4%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)

AQI8 (Good)

Rain59.8 in/yr

Sunny Days227/yr

Elevation1,348 ft (411 m)

Education

Bachelor's+28.0%

High School+94.5%

Community

CommuteN/A

Broadband85.8%

Population	3,430
Elevation	1,348 ft (411 m)
Coordinates	41.7601°, -7.4683°
Timezone	Europe/Lisbon
Country	🇵🇹 Portugal
State / Province	Vila Real
Average Temperature	55°F (13°C)
January Average	43°F (6°C)
July Average	68°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation	59.8 inches (1,520 mm)
Annual Snowfall	0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age	46.2 years

Is Santa Cruz a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Santa Cruz receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Santa Cruz offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The unemployment rate of 6.2% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 0.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

28.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.5% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Santa Cruz experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 227 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 59.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 8.

Santa Cruz has a population of 3,430. The median age is 46.2 years, 19% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

3,430

Total Population

46.2yrs

Median Age

19% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 47.6%

Female 52.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Santa Cruz vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages	100%

Social Characteristics

Santa Cruz vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Santa Cruz is N/A. The unemployment rate is 6.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.4% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Santa Cruz vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$27,635

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	6.2%
	71% above US avg
Poverty Rate	0.4%
	97% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	56.70 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Santa Cruz, 21.8% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 30.3% are current smokers. 11.4% report depression. 84.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Santa Cruz vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	21.8%
	32% below US avg
Diabetes	6.8%
High Blood Pressure	32.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	30.3%
	116% above US avg
Binge Drinking	11.2%
Physical Inactivity	84.3%
Depression	11.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	83.0%

Food & Exercise

Santa Cruz has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 59.8 inches. The area enjoys 227 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 8.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)

Annual Average	54.5°F
	1% above US avg
January Average	43°F (6°C)
July Average	68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days	227 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	59.8 inches
	57% above US avg
Snowfall	0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	8.0
Rating	Good
Good Days %	93.4%

Geography

Elevation	1,348 ft (411 m)
Coordinates	41.7601°N, 7.4683°W
Timezone	Europe/Lisbon

28.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (17% below US avg). 85.8% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	28.0%
	17% below US avg
High School+	94.5%

B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	85.8%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Santa Cruz, Portugal

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Is Santa Cruz a Good Place to Live?

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Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Santa Cruz vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Santa Cruz vs U.S. Average

Income: Santa Cruz vs U.S.

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Health Metrics: Santa Cruz vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

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