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Santa Margherita Ligure, Italy

Liguria · 🇮🇹 Italy

Santa Margherita Ligure is a small city in Liguria, Italy with a population of 8,428. Elevation: 43 ft (13 m). Average temperature: 53°F (11°C).

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
8,428 Population
43 ft Elevation 13 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 11°C
53.0 in Annual Rain
Europe / Rome Timezone
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
3.7 / 5.0
34.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 34.2%
1% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 17.3%
46% lower than US avg
Unemployment 6.4%
78% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.9%
93% lower than US avg

People

Population8,428
Median Age47.3 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$39,277
Unemployment6.4%
Poverty0.9%

Health

Obesity17.3%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking21.8%
Depression7.2%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (11°C)
AQI16 (Good)
Rain53.0 in/yr
Sunny Days291/yr
Elevation43 ft (13 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+34.2%
High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.0%
Population8,428
Elevation43 ft (13 m)
Coordinates44.3346°, 9.2120°
TimezoneEurope/Rome
Country🇮🇹 Italy
State / ProvinceLiguria
Average Temperature53°F (11°C)
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation53.0 inches (1,347 mm)
Annual Snowfall11.9 inches (30 cm)
Median Age47.3 years

Is Santa Margherita Ligure a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Santa Margherita Ligure receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Santa Margherita Ligure offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The unemployment rate of 6.4% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 0.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 34.2% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 99.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Santa Margherita Ligure experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 291 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 53.0 inches, including 11.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 16.

Santa Margherita Ligure has a population of 8,428. The median age is 47.3 years, 22% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

8,428
Total Population
47.3yrs
Median Age
22% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.9%
Female 51.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Santa Margherita Ligure vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Santa Margherita Ligure vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Santa Margherita Ligure is N/A. The unemployment rate is 6.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.9% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Santa Margherita Ligure vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$39,277

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.4%
78% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.9%
93% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living65.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Santa Margherita Ligure, 17.3% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 21.8% are current smokers. 7.2% report depression. 88.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity17.3%
46% below US avg
Diabetes5.8%
High Blood Pressure33.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking21.8%
56% above US avg
Binge Drinking8.3%
Physical Inactivity88.6%
Depression7.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.0%

Food & Exercise

Santa Margherita Ligure has an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 53.0 inches. The area enjoys 291 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 16.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average52.5°F
3% below US avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days291 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall53.0 inches
40% above US avg
Snowfall11.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median16.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.8%

Geography

Elevation43 ft (13 m)
Coordinates44.3346°N, 9.2120°W
TimezoneEurope/Rome
34.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (1% above US avg). 87.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+34.2%
1% above US avg
High School+99.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities

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