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Stow on the Wold, United Kingdom

England · 🇬🇧 United Kingdom

Stow on the Wold is a small town in England, United Kingdom with a population of 2,042. Elevation: 771 ft (235 m). Average temperature: 51°F (11°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
2,042 Population
771 ft Elevation 235 meters
51°F Avg Temperature 11°C
37.8 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$52,409 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$52,409 median income, 3.4% unemployment
B+
Education
3.9 / 5.0
36.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $52,409
30% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 36.2%
7% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.8%
16% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.4%
6% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.5%
96% lower than US avg

People

Population2,042
Median Age40.6 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 1%
Veterans5.7%

Economy

B+
Median Income$52,409
Per Capita$49,944
Unemployment3.4%
Poverty0.5%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
AQI9 (Good)
Rain37.8 in/yr
Sunny Days224/yr
Elevation771 ft (235 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband96.3%
Population2,042
Elevation771 ft (235 m)
Coordinates51.9301°, -1.7238°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature51°F (11°C)
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation37.8 inches (959 mm)
Annual Snowfall5.6 inches (14 cm)
Median Household Income$52,409
Median Age40.6 years

Is Stow on the Wold a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Stow on the Wold receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Stow on the Wold offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Stow on the Wold is $52,409, 30% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.4%, 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 on the Wold experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. The area gets 224 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 37.8 inches, including 5.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 9.

Stow on the Wold has a population of 2,042. 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 (96.3%), with 1.2% White. English is the primary language spoken at home by 97.2% 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

2,042
Total Population
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Stow on the Wold vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.2%
24% above US avg
Other Languages2.8%

Social Characteristics

Stow on the Wold vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Stow on the Wold is $52,409, which is 30% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $49,944 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 3.4% (below 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. 39.1% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Stow on the Wold vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$52,409
30% below US avg
Per Capita Income$49,944

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.4%
6% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.5%
96% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living85.90 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone45.6%
Public Transit0.9%
Work from Home39.1%

Walkability

In Stow on the Wold, 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 on the Wold 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 on the Wold experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. The area gets 224 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 37.8 inches. The area receives 5.6 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 771 feet.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average51.0°F
6% below US avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Sunny Days224 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.8 inches
1% below US avg
Snowfall5.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median9.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.2%

Geography

Elevation771 ft (235 m)
Coordinates51.9301°N, 1.7238°W
TimezoneEurope/London
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

Drive Alone45.6%
Public Transit0.9%
Work from Home39.1%

Nearby Cities

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