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Southampton, United Kingdom

England · 🇬🇧 United Kingdom

Southampton is a large city in England, United Kingdom with a population of 269,781. Elevation: 62 ft (19 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).

4.1 /5.0
A Great
269,781 Population 13,577/sq mi density
62 ft Elevation 19 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 12°C
40.6 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$47,155 Median Income
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$47,155 median income, 6.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$60 home value
B+
Education
3.9 / 5.0
36.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $47,155
37% lower than US avg
Home Value $60
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 36.2%
7% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.8%
16% lower than US avg
Unemployment 6.6%
83% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.5%
96% lower than US avg

People

Population269,781
Median Age40.6 yrs
Density13,577/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 7%
Veterans3.1%

Economy

B
Median Income$47,155
Per Capita$49,944
Unemployment6.6%
Poverty0.5%

Housing

A+
Home Value$60
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI9 (Good)
Rain40.6 in/yr
Sunny Days228/yr
Elevation62 ft (19 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband96.3%
Population269,781
Population Density13,577 / sq mi
Elevation62 ft (19 m)
Coordinates50.9040°, -1.4043°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature53°F (12°C)
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation40.6 inches (1,031 mm)
Annual Snowfall4.1 inches (10 cm)
Median Household Income$47,155
Median Age40.6 years

Is Southampton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Southampton receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Southampton stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Southampton is $47,155, 37% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.6% 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%.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Southampton is $60, 100% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 0x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

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

Southampton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. The area gets 228 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 40.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 9.

Southampton has a population of 269,781 with a density of 13,577 people per square mile. The median age is 40.6 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (7.4%), with 2.5% Black, 80.7% Asian.

Population

269,781
Total Population
13,577
People / sq mi
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
19.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Southampton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only83.0%
6% above US avg
Other Languages17%

Social Characteristics

Southampton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Southampton is $47,155, which is 37% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.5% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Southampton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$47,155
37% below US avg
Per Capita Income$49,944

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.6%
83% 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 Alone43.7%
Public Transit7.9%
Work from Home25.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Southampton is $60, 100% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$60
100% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

In Southampton, 26.8% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 9.8% are current smokers. 13.5% report depression. 79.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Southampton 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

Southampton has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.6 inches. The area enjoys 228 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 9.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average52.8°F
2% below US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days228 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.6 inches
7% above US avg
Snowfall4.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median9.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.2%

Geography

Elevation62 ft (19 m)
Area19.9 sq mi (51.5 km²)
Population Density13,577/sq mi
Coordinates50.9040°N, 1.4043°W
TimezoneEurope/London
36.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (7% above US avg). 96.3% of households have broadband internet.

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 Density13,577/sq mi
Total Area19.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access96.3%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone43.7%
Public Transit7.9%
Work from Home25.6%

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