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Tarbert, United Kingdom

Scotland · United Kingdom

Tarbert is a small town in Scotland, United Kingdom with a population of 1,130. Elevation: 36 ft (11 m). Average temperature: 49°F (9°C).

Data updated June 2026

4.1 /5.0
A Great
1,130 Population 2/sq mi density
36 ft Elevation 11 meters
49°F Avg Temperature 9°C
68.2 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$49,543 Median Income
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$49,543 median income, 4.8% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.2 / 5.0
$217,874 home value, $1,239/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
50.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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About Tarbert

Tarbert

Tarbert is a village in the west of Scotland, in the Argyll and Bute council area. It is built at the head of an inlet of Loch Fyne called East Loch Tarbert, on a narrow isthmus which connects Kintyre to the south with Knapdale to the north and separates East Loch Tarbert from the much longer West Loch Tarbert which leads to the Sound of Jura and the Atlantic. Tarbert had a recorded population of 1,338 in the 2001 Census.

People

Population1,130
Median Age40.6 yrs
Density2/mi²
Male / Female50% / 51%

Economy

B
Median Income$49,543
Per Capita$49,543
Unemployment4.8%

Housing

A
Home Value$217,874
Rent$1,239
Ownership65.0%
Housing Units452

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (9°C)
Rain68.2 in/yr
Sunny Days212/yr
Elevation36 ft (11 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+50.0%
High School+84.0%

Community

Population1,130
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation36 ft (11 m)
Coordinates55.8628°, -5.4162°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceScotland
Average Temperature49°F (9°C)
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average58°F (14°C)
Annual Precipitation68.2 inches (1,733 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$49,543
Median Age40.6 years

About Tarbert

Tarbert is a small town in United Kingdom (Scotland) with a population of 1,130. The city sits at an elevation of 36 feet (11 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 49°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 41°F in January to 58°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 68.2 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Tarbert has a population of 1,130 with a density of 2 people per square mile, spread across 732.0 square miles. The median age is 40.6 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.5% female and 49.5% male. English is the primary language spoken at home by 90% of residents.

Population

1,130
Total Population
2
People / sq mi
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above United Kingdom avg
732.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.5%
Female 50.5%

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 90.0%
15% above United Kingdom avg
Other Languages 10.0%

Social Characteristics

Tarbert vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Tarbert is $49,543, which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $49,543 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $953, 33% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.8% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 103 business establishments. 24.0% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Tarbert vs United Kingdom

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Income

Median HH Income$49,543
34% below United Kingdom avg
Per Capita Income$49,543
Avg Weekly Wage$953

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.8%
32% above United Kingdom avg
Establishments (County)103

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone60.0%
Public Transit18.0%
Work from Home24.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Tarbert is $217,874, 23% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,239 (7% above the national average of $1,163). 65.0% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 452 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$217,874
23% below United Kingdom avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,239
7% above United Kingdom avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership65.0%
Owner-Occupied65.0%
Renter-Occupied35.0%
Housing Units452

Property Tax

Tarbert experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 212 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 68.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 36 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 58°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average48.6°F
10% below United Kingdom avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average58°F (14°C)
Sunny Days212 days/yr

Geography

Elevation36 ft (11 m)
Area732.0 sq mi (1,895.9 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates55.8628°N, 5.4162°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 68.2"
80% above United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 8.15"
Driest Month (May) 3.27"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

15 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.8. Most recent: M2.6 on Nov 1, 2017.

Aug 4, 2017 31 km NE of Tobermory, United Kingdom M3.8 110 km
May 3, 1998 Scotland, United Kingdom M3.5 45 km
Jan 23, 2011 28 km NE of Tobermory, United Kingdom M3.5 109 km
Aug 17, 1994 40 km SE of Portree, United Kingdom M3.2 144 km
Jan 26, 1990 34 km N of Isle of Islay, United Kingdom M3.0 59 km
Jun 20, 2003 12 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom M3.0 71 km
May 18, 2013 27 km NE of Tobermory, United Kingdom M2.9 103 km
May 13, 2001 3 km W of Locharbriggs, United Kingdom M2.9 140 km
Jun 20, 2003 14 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom M2.8 70 km
Aug 27, 1992 33 km NNE of Isle of Islay, United Kingdom M2.7 45 km
Mar 7, 1998 13 km E of Oban, United Kingdom M2.7 62 km
Nov 30, 1997 4 km NNE of Kippen, United Kingdom M2.7 87 km
Nov 1, 2017 2 km NNW of Tarbert, United Kingdom M2.6 2 km
Jun 20, 2003 12 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom M2.5 70 km
Jan 9, 1990 29 km W of Aberfeldy, United Kingdom M2.5 109 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
720 HEBRIDES (SCOTLAND) Questionable Earthquake 81 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 41°F (5°C) 8.2 in Wettest
February 41°F (5°C) 5.0 in Coldest
March 43°F (6°C) 6.3 in
April 46°F (8°C) 3.8 in
May 52°F (11°C) 3.3 in Driest
June 55°F (13°C) 3.6 in
July 58°F (14°C) 4.3 in Warmest
August 58°F (14°C) 5.0 in
September 54°F (12°C) 6.6 in
October 50°F (10°C) 7.2 in
November 45°F (7°C) 7.4 in
December 42°F (5°C) 7.6 in

Tarbert has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 41°F in February to 58°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 68.2 inches, with January being the wettest month (8.2") and May the driest (3.3").

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50.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 48% above the national average of 33.7%. 84.0% have completed high school.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+50.0%
48% above United Kingdom avg
High School+84.0%
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density2/sq mi
Total Area732.0 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone60.0%
Public Transit18.0%
Work from Home24.0%

Schools in Tarbert

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Tarbert Academy
Skipness Primary School
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Museums in Tarbert

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Heritage Centre
The Egg Shed

Libraries in Tarbert

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Lochgilphead Library0.0
Tarbert Library0.0

Hotels in Tarbert

10 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Anchor Hotel
Barmore Farm Holiday Cottages
Kilberry Inn
Skipness House
Stonefield Castle Hotel
Tarbert Hotel
The Barge (The Anchor)
the Islay Frigate Hotel
West Loch Hotel
West Loch Hotel

Restaurants in Tarbert

8 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Anchor Hotel
Anchorage Bistro
Made in Italy
Marine Bistro Tandoori
Scott's Bistro
Tarbert Hotel
The Red Herring Seafood Restaurant
West Loch Hotel restaurant

Cafes in Tarbert

4 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cafe Ca'Dora
Corranbuie Cafe
The Gallery Cafe
The Gather

Castles in Tarbert

3 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Old Largie Castle
Skipness Castle
Tarbert Castle

Golf Courses in Tarbert

2 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Gigha Golf Club
Tarbert Golf Club

Airports Near Tarbert

12 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Campbeltown AirportCALMedium Airport
Bute AirfieldSmall Airport
Carlung FarmSmall Airport
Gigha AirfieldSmall Airport
Glenforsa AirfieldSmall Airport
Glensanda AirstripSmall Airport
Kildalloig AirstripSmall Airport
Kilfinichen AirstripSmall Airport
Kilkerran ULSmall Airport
Knockrome AirstripSmall Airport
Mayfield Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Oban AirportOBNSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Tarbert

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Tarbert Loch Fyne Parish Church

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/London

🇬🇧 About United Kingdom

Capital London
Population 66,488,991
Area 244,820 km²
GDP (USD) $3,420,796,653,789
GDP per capita $49,944
HDI 0.940
Life expectancy 81.2 years
Internet users 96.3%
Urban population 83.2%
Currency GBP (Pound)
Languages English
Calling code +44
TLD .uk
Driving side left

Public Holidays in United Kingdom

14 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Jan 2 2 January 2 January
Mar 17 Saint Patrick's Day Saint Patrick's Day
Apr 3 Good Friday Good Friday
Apr 6 Easter Monday Easter Monday
May 4 Early May Bank Holiday Early May Bank Holiday
May 25 Spring Bank Holiday Spring Bank Holiday
Jun 15 World Cup Bank Holiday World Cup Bank Holiday
Jul 13 Battle of the Boyne Battle of the Boyne
Aug 3 Summer Bank Holiday Summer Bank Holiday
Aug 31 Summer Bank Holiday Summer Bank Holiday
Nov 30 Saint Andrew's Day Saint Andrew's Day
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day
Dec 28 St. Stephen's Day Boxing Day

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Frequently Asked Questions About Tarbert

What is the population of Tarbert?

Tarbert has a population of 1,130 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 732.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.6 years. The population is 50.5% female and 49.5% male.

Is Tarbert expensive to live in?

The median household income is $49,543, 34% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $217,874 (23% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,239 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.4x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Tarbert?

Tarbert has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 58°F in July. The area receives 212 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 68.2 inches.

How is the job market in Tarbert?

Tarbert has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.8%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $953. There are 103 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Tarbert?

The median home value in Tarbert is $217,874. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,239. The homeownership rate is 65.0%.

How are the schools in Tarbert?

50.0% of adults in Tarbert hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 84.0% have completed high school.

What are the demographics of Tarbert?

90% of residents speak only English at home.

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