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Tarland, United Kingdom

Scotland · 🇬🇧 United Kingdom

Tarland is a small town in Scotland, United Kingdom with a population of 720. Elevation: 489 ft (149 m). Average temperature: 44°F (7°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
720 Population
489 ft Elevation 149 meters
44°F Avg Temperature 7°C
33.5 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

Population720
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 Temp44°F (7°C)
AQI9 (Good)
Rain33.5 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation489 ft (149 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband96.3%
Population720
Elevation489 ft (149 m)
Coordinates57.1279°, -2.8604°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceScotland
Average Temperature44°F (7°C)
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average56°F (13°C)
Annual Precipitation33.5 inches (850 mm)
Annual Snowfall6.1 inches (16 cm)
Median Household Income$55,443
Median Age40.6 years

Is Tarland a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Tarland 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. Tarland offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Tarland 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

Tarland 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 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 33.5 inches, including 6.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 9.

Tarland has a population of 720. 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

720
Total Population
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Tarland vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Tarland vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Tarland 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: Tarland 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 Tarland, 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: Tarland 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

Tarland 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 275 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 33.5 inches. The area receives 6.1 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 489 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 Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.5 inches
12% below US avg
Snowfall6.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median9.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.2%

Geography

Elevation489 ft (149 m)
Coordinates57.1279°N, 2.8604°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 35°F (2°C) 3.7 in Coldest
February 35°F (2°C) 2.5 in
March 38°F (3°C) 2.6 in
April 42°F (5°C) 2.2 in Driest
May 47°F (9°C) 2.4 in
June 53°F (11°C) 2.2 in
July 56°F (13°C) 2.2 in Warmest
August 55°F (13°C) 2.7 in
September 51°F (10°C) 2.9 in
October 45°F (7°C) 3.7 in Wettest
November 39°F (4°C) 3.4 in
December 36°F (2°C) 3.2 in

Tarland has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F — from 35°F in January to 56°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 33.5 inches, with October being the wettest month (3.7") and April the driest (2.2").

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 Tarland

What is the population of Tarland?

Tarland has a population of 720 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 Tarland expensive to live in?

Tarland 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 $55,443, 26% below the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in Tarland?

Tarland 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 275 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 33.5 inches, with 6.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 9.

How is the job market in Tarland?

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

How are the schools in Tarland?

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

How healthy is Tarland?

The obesity rate in Tarland 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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