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Santa Maria Maior, Portugal

Madeira · 🇵🇹 Portugal

Santa Maria Maior is a small city in Madeira, Portugal with a population of 11,768. Elevation: 328 ft (100 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).

3.2 /5.0
B Good
11,768 Population 6,260/sq mi density
328 ft Elevation 100 meters
64°F Avg Temperature 18°C
25.2 in Annual Rain
Atlantic / Madeira Timezone
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
28.0% bachelor's degree or higher
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

Population11,768
Median Age46.2 yrs
Density6,260/mi²
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 Temp64°F (18°C)
AQI8 (Good)
Rain25.2 in/yr
Sunny Days290/yr
Elevation328 ft (100 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+28.0%
High School+94.5%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband85.8%
Population11,768
Population Density6,260 / sq mi
Elevation328 ft (100 m)
Coordinates32.6484°, -16.8909°
TimezoneAtlantic/Madeira
Country🇵🇹 Portugal
State / ProvinceMadeira
Average Temperature64°F (18°C)
January Average59°F (15°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation25.2 inches (640 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age46.2 years

Is Santa Maria Maior a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Santa Maria Maior receives an overall livability score of 3.2 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 Maria Maior 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 Maria Maior enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 59°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 290 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 25.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 8.

Santa Maria Maior has a population of 11,768 with a density of 6,260 people per square mile. The median age is 46.2 years, 19% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

11,768
Total Population
6,260
People / sq mi
46.2yrs
Median Age
19% above US avg
1.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.6%
Female 52.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Santa Maria Maior vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Santa Maria Maior vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Santa Maria Maior 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 Maria Maior vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$27,635

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.2%
71% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.4%
97% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living56.70 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Santa Maria Maior, 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 Maria Maior vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity21.8%
32% below US avg
Diabetes6.8%
High Blood Pressure32.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking30.3%
116% above US avg
Binge Drinking11.2%
Physical Inactivity84.3%
Depression11.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate83.0%

Food & Exercise

Santa Maria Maior has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 59°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 25.2 inches. The area enjoys 290 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 8.

Temperature

59°F Jan (15°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average64.0°F
19% above US avg
January Average59°F (15°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days290 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall25.2 inches
34% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median8.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.4%

Geography

Elevation328 ft (100 m)
Area1.9 sq mi (4.9 km²)
Population Density6,260/sq mi
Coordinates32.6484°N, 16.8909°W
TimezoneAtlantic/Madeira
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

Population Density6,260/sq mi
Total Area1.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access85.8%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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