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Santa Maria, Italy

Sardinia · 🇮🇹 Italy

Santa Maria is a small town in Sardinia, Italy with a population of 642. Elevation: 102 ft (31 m). Average temperature: 62°F (17°C).

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
642 Population
102 ft Elevation 31 meters
62°F Avg Temperature 17°C
12.9 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

Population642
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 Temp62°F (17°C)
AQI16 (Good)
Rain12.9 in/yr
Sunny Days313/yr
Elevation102 ft (31 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.0%
Population642
Elevation102 ft (31 m)
Coordinates39.4381°, 9.5948°
TimezoneEurope/Rome
Country🇮🇹 Italy
State / ProvinceSardinia
Average Temperature62°F (17°C)
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation12.9 inches (327 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age47.3 years

Is Santa Maria a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Santa Maria 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 Maria 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 Maria enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 313 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 12.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 16.

Santa Maria has a population of 642. The median age is 47.3 years, 22% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.1% female and 48.9% male. 26.1% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 82.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

642
Total Population
47.3yrs
Median Age
22% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.9%
Female 51.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Santa Maria vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Santa Maria vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Santa Maria is N/A. Per capita income is $39,277. The unemployment rate is 6.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.9% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 65.1, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Santa Maria 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 Maria, 17.3% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 5.8% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 33.8% have high blood pressure. 21.8% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 8.3% report binge drinking. 88.6% are physically inactive, above the national average. 7.2% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Santa Maria 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 Maria enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. The area gets 313 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 — making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 12.9 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 16 — among the cleanest air in the country. 92% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 102 feet.

Temperature

50°F Jan (10°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average62.0°F
15% above US avg
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Sunny Days313 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall12.9 inches
66% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median16.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.8%

Geography

Elevation102 ft (31 m)
Coordinates39.4381°N, 9.5948°W
TimezoneEurope/Rome

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 50°F (10°C) 1.2 in Coldest
February 51°F (10°C) 1.5 in
March 53°F (12°C) 1.1 in
April 57°F (14°C) 1.0 in
May 63°F (17°C) 0.6 in
June 71°F (22°C) 0.4 in
July 76°F (25°C) 0.2 in Driest
August 78°F (25°C) 0.4 in Warmest
September 72°F (22°C) 1.7 in
October 65°F (18°C) 1.7 in Wettest
November 57°F (14°C) 1.5 in
December 52°F (11°C) 1.6 in

Santa Maria has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F — from 50°F in January to 78°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 12.9 inches, with October being the wettest month (1.7") and July the driest (0.2").

34.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 1% above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school. 87.0% of households have broadband internet access.

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Santa Maria

What is the population of Santa Maria?

Santa Maria has a population of 642 residents and is located in Italy.. The median age of residents is 47.3 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.1% female and 48.9% male.

Is Santa Maria expensive to live in?

Santa Maria is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 65.1 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Santa Maria?

Santa Maria enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 50°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 313 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 12.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 16.

How is the job market in Santa Maria?

The unemployment rate in Santa Maria is 6.4%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition.

How are the schools in Santa Maria?

34.2% of adults in Santa Maria hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Santa Maria?

The obesity rate in Santa Maria is 17.3% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 21.8% of adults are smokers. 88.6% are physically inactive. 7.2% of residents report depression.

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