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Stow, United Kingdom

Scotland · 🇬🇧 United Kingdom

Stow is a small town in Scotland, United Kingdom with a population of 740. Elevation: 591 ft (180 m). Average temperature: 44°F (7°C).

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
740 Population
591 ft Elevation 180 meters
44°F Avg Temperature 7°C
42.8 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$42,672 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$42,672 median income, 4.8% unemployment
B+
Education
3.9 / 5.0
36.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $42,672
43% 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

Population740
Median Age40.6 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

B
Median Income$42,672
Per Capita$49,944
Unemployment4.8%
Poverty0.5%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (7°C)
AQI9 (Good)
Rain42.8 in/yr
Sunny Days258/yr
Elevation591 ft (180 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband96.3%
Population740
Elevation591 ft (180 m)
Coordinates55.6936°, -2.8641°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceScotland
Average Temperature44°F (7°C)
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average56°F (13°C)
Annual Precipitation42.8 inches (1,088 mm)
Annual Snowfall7.6 inches (19 cm)
Median Household Income$42,672
Median Age40.6 years

Is Stow a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Stow receives an overall livability score of 3.6 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. Stow offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Stow is $42,672, 43% 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

Stow has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 56°F in July. With 258 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 42.8 inches, including 7.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 9.

Stow has a population of 740. 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

740
Total Population
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Stow vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Stow vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Stow is $42,672, which is 43% 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: Stow vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$42,672
43% 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 Stow, 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: Stow 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

Stow has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 56°F in July. The area gets 258 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 42.8 inches. The area receives 7.6 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 591 feet.

Temperature

35°F Jan (2°C) 56°F Jul (13°C)
Annual Average44.4°F
18% below US avg
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average56°F (13°C)
Sunny Days258 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.8 inches
13% above US avg
Snowfall7.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median9.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.2%

Geography

Elevation591 ft (180 m)
Coordinates55.6936°N, 2.8641°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 35°F (2°C) 4.4 in Coldest
February 36°F (2°C) 3.2 in
March 38°F (3°C) 3.5 in
April 42°F (5°C) 2.6 in Driest
May 47°F (8°C) 2.7 in
June 52°F (11°C) 3.0 in
July 56°F (13°C) 3.2 in Warmest
August 55°F (13°C) 3.5 in
September 51°F (10°C) 3.8 in
October 46°F (8°C) 4.5 in Wettest
November 40°F (4°C) 4.2 in
December 37°F (3°C) 4.3 in

Stow has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F — from 35°F in January to 56°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 42.8 inches, with October being the wettest month (4.5") and April the driest (2.6").

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Stow

What is the population of Stow?

Stow has a population of 740 residents and is located in United Kingdom.. The median age of residents is 40.6 years. The population is 50.8% female and 49.2% male.

Is Stow expensive to live in?

Stow 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 $42,672, 43% below the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in Stow?

Stow has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 35°F in January, while summers reach an average of 56°F in July. The area receives 258 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 42.8 inches, with 7.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 9.

How is the job market in Stow?

Stow has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.8%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Stow?

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

How healthy is Stow?

The obesity rate in Stow 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.

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