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Stonehaven, United Kingdom

Scotland · 🇬🇧 United Kingdom

Stonehaven is a small city in Scotland, United Kingdom with a population of 11,370. Elevation: 36 ft (11 m). Average temperature: 45°F (7°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
11,370 Population
36 ft Elevation 11 meters
45°F Avg Temperature 7°C
32.1 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$55,443 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$55,443 median income, 4.8% unemployment
B+
Education
3.9 / 5.0
36.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $55,443
26% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 36.2%
7% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.8%
16% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.8%
32% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.5%
96% lower than US avg

People

Population11,370
Median Age40.6 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

B+
Median Income$55,443
Per Capita$49,944
Unemployment4.8%
Poverty0.5%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI9 (Good)
Rain32.1 in/yr
Sunny Days278/yr
Elevation36 ft (11 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband96.3%
Population11,370
Elevation36 ft (11 m)
Coordinates56.9637°, -2.2118°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceScotland
Average Temperature45°F (7°C)
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average58°F (14°C)
Annual Precipitation32.1 inches (814 mm)
Annual Snowfall8.8 inches (22 cm)
Median Household Income$55,443
Median Age40.6 years

Is Stonehaven a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Stonehaven receives an overall livability score of 3.8 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. Stonehaven offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Stonehaven is $55,443, 26% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.8%, indicating a healthy job market. 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

Stonehaven has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July. With 278 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 32.1 inches, including 8.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 9.

Stonehaven has a population of 11,370. 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. 21.4% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 88.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

11,370
Total Population
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Stonehaven vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Stonehaven vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Stonehaven is $55,443, which is 26% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $49,944 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 4.8% (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.

Income: Stonehaven vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$55,443
26% below US avg
Per Capita Income$49,944

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.8%
32% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.5%
96% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living85.90 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Stonehaven, 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: Stonehaven 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

Stonehaven has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July. The area gets 278 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 32.1 inches. The area receives 8.8 inches of snow annually. 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 36 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 58°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average45.3°F
16% below US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average58°F (14°C)
Sunny Days278 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall32.1 inches
16% below US avg
Snowfall8.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median9.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.2%

Geography

Elevation36 ft (11 m)
Coordinates56.9637°N, 2.2118°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temp Precipitation
Jan 34°F (1°C)
3.5"
Feb 35°F (2°C)
2.3"
Mar 40°F (4°C)
2.4"
Apr 44°F (7°C)
1.9"
May 49°F (10°C)
2.2"
Jun 55°F (13°C)
2.2"
Jul 58°F (14°C)
2.4"
Aug 57°F (14°C)
2.7"
Sep 52°F (11°C)
2.9"
Oct 46°F (8°C)
3.4"
Nov 39°F (4°C)
3.2"
Dec 35°F (2°C)
3.0"

The warmest month is July at 58°F, while the coldest is January at 34°F — a seasonal swing of 24°F. January sees the most rain (3.5"), while April is the driest (1.9").

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

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access96.3%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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