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Sunderland, United Kingdom

England · 🇬🇧 United Kingdom

Sunderland is a large city in England, United Kingdom with a population of 170,134. Elevation: 118 ft (36 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
170,134 Population 3,940/sq mi density
118 ft Elevation 36 meters
50°F Avg Temperature 10°C
38.6 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$41,585 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$41,585 median income, 7.0% unemployment
B+
Education
3.9 / 5.0
36.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $41,585
45% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 36.2%
7% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.8%
16% lower than US avg
Unemployment 7.0%
94% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.5%
96% lower than US avg

People

Population170,134
Median Age40.6 yrs
Density3,940/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 2%
Veterans4.8%

Economy

B
Median Income$41,585
Per Capita$49,944
Unemployment7.0%
Poverty0.5%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI9 (Good)
Rain38.6 in/yr
Sunny Days208/yr
Elevation118 ft (36 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband96.3%
Population170,134
Population Density3,940 / sq mi
Elevation118 ft (36 m)
Coordinates54.9047°, -1.3822°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature50°F (10°C)
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average60°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation38.6 inches (981 mm)
Annual Snowfall4.5 inches (11 cm)
Median Household Income$41,585
Median Age40.6 years

Is Sunderland a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sunderland receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Sunderland offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sunderland is $41,585, 45% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.0% 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

Sunderland experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. The area gets 208 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 38.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 9.

Sunderland has a population of 170,134 with a density of 3,940 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 (2%), with 94.6% Asian.

Population

170,134
Total Population
3,940
People / sq mi
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
43.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Sunderland vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.1%
24% above US avg
Other Languages2.9%

Social Characteristics

Sunderland vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sunderland is $41,585, which is 45% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.5% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Sunderland vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$41,585
45% below US avg
Per Capita Income$49,944

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.0%
94% 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 Alone51.8%
Public Transit8.1%
Work from Home23.4%

Walkability

In Sunderland, 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: Sunderland 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

Sunderland has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.6 inches. The area enjoys 208 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 9.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 60°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average50.4°F
7% below US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average60°F (15°C)
Sunny Days208 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.6 inches
2% above US avg
Snowfall4.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median9.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.2%

Geography

Elevation118 ft (36 m)
Area43.2 sq mi (111.8 km²)
Population Density3,940/sq mi
Coordinates54.9047°N, 1.3822°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 Density3,940/sq mi
Total Area43.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access96.3%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone51.8%
Public Transit8.1%
Work from Home23.4%

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