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Solva, United Kingdom

Wales · 🇬🇧 United Kingdom

Solva is a small town in Wales, United Kingdom with a population of 710. Elevation: 167 ft (51 m). Average temperature: 51°F (10°C).

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
710 Population 123/sq mi density
167 ft Elevation 51 meters
51°F Avg Temperature 10°C
36.9 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$46,276 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$46,276 median income, 5.0% unemployment
B+
Education
3.9 / 5.0
36.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $46,276
38% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 36.2%
7% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.8%
16% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.0%
39% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.5%
96% lower than US avg

People

Population710
Median Age40.6 yrs
Density123/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 1%
Veterans5.7%

Economy

B+
Median Income$46,276
Per Capita$49,944
Unemployment5.0%
Poverty0.5%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (10°C)
AQI9 (Good)
Rain36.9 in/yr
Sunny Days269/yr
Elevation167 ft (51 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband96.3%
Population710
Population Density123 / sq mi
Elevation167 ft (51 m)
Coordinates51.8740°, -5.1968°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceWales
Average Temperature51°F (10°C)
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average60°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation36.9 inches (938 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$46,276
Median Age40.6 years

Is Solva a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Solva 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, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Solva offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Solva is $46,276, 38% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.0% 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

Solva experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. With 269 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 36.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 9.

Solva has a population of 710 with a density of 123 people per square mile, spread across 5.8 square miles. 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 (97.6%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 98.2% of residents. 5.7% of the population are veterans. 21.4% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 88.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

710
Total Population
123
People / sq mi
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
5.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Solva vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.2%
25% above US avg
Other Languages1.8%

Social Characteristics

Solva vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Solva is $46,276, which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $49,944 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 5.0% (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. 23.1% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Solva vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$46,276
38% below US avg
Per Capita Income$49,944

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.0%
39% 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 Alone61.2%
Public Transit1.4%
Work from Home23.1%

Walkability

In Solva, 26.8% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 5.8% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 26.4% have high blood pressure. 9.8% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 10.9% report binge drinking. 79.9% are physically inactive, above the national average. 13.5% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Solva 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

Solva experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 269 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 36.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 9 — among the cleanest air in the country. 93% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 167 feet.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 60°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average50.5°F
6% below US avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average60°F (15°C)
Sunny Days269 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.9 inches
3% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median9.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.2%

Geography

Elevation167 ft (51 m)
Area5.8 sq mi (15.0 km²)
Population Density123/sq mi
Coordinates51.8740°N, 5.1968°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 43°F (6°C) 3.9 in
February 42°F (6°C) 2.9 in Coldest
March 44°F (7°C) 2.8 in
April 47°F (8°C) 2.2 in
May 52°F (11°C) 2.1 in Driest
June 56°F (13°C) 2.3 in
July 60°F (15°C) 2.2 in
August 60°F (16°C) 3.1 in Warmest
September 57°F (14°C) 3.0 in
October 53°F (11°C) 4.1 in
November 48°F (9°C) 4.3 in Wettest
December 45°F (7°C) 4.0 in

Solva has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F — from 42°F in February to 60°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 36.9 inches, with November being the wettest month (4.3") and May the driest (2.1").

36.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 7% above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school. 96.3% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+36.2%
7% above US avg
High School+99.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density123/sq mi
Total Area5.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access96.3%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone61.2%
Public Transit1.4%
Work from Home23.1%

Frequently Asked Questions About Solva

What is the population of Solva?

Solva has a population of 710 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 123 people per square mile, spread across 5.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.6 years. The population is 50.8% female and 49.2% male.

Is Solva expensive to live in?

Solva is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 85.9 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $46,276, 38% below the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in Solva?

Solva has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 43°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 269 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 36.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 9.

How is the job market in Solva?

The unemployment rate in Solva is 5.0%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition.

How are the schools in Solva?

36.2% of adults in Solva hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Solva?

The obesity rate in Solva is 26.8% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 9.8% of adults are smokers. 79.9% are physically inactive. 13.5% of residents report depression.

What are the demographics of Solva?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Solva is 0.8% White, 0.7% Black or African American, 97.6% Asian. 98.2% of residents speak only English at home. 5.7% of the population are military veterans. 21.4% of residents have a disability. 88.0% have health insurance coverage.

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