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Tobermory, United Kingdom

Scotland · United Kingdom

Tobermory is a small town in Scotland, United Kingdom with a population of 1,010. Elevation: 144 ft (44 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).

Data updated June 2026

4.1 /5.0
A Great
1,010 Population 0/sq mi density
144 ft Elevation 44 meters
48°F Avg Temperature 9°C
85.4 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 Tobermory

Tobermory

Tobermory is the main town and capital of the Isle of Mull in the Inner Hebrides.

People

Population1,010
Median Age40.6 yrs
Density0/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 Units404

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
Rain85.4 in/yr
Sunny Days181/yr
Elevation144 ft (44 m)

Education

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

Community

Population1,010
Population Density0 / sq mi
Elevation144 ft (44 m)
Coordinates56.6220°, -6.0723°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceScotland
Average Temperature48°F (9°C)
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Annual Precipitation85.4 inches (2,170 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$49,543
Median Age40.6 years

About Tobermory

Tobermory is a small town in United Kingdom (Scotland) with a population of 1,010. The city sits at an elevation of 144 feet (44 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 48°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 41°F in January to 57°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 85.4 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Tobermory has a population of 1,010 with a density of 0 people per square mile, spread across 6,357.5 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

1,010
Total Population
0
People / sq mi
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above United Kingdom avg
6,357.5mi²
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

Tobermory vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Tobermory 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 92 business establishments. 24.0% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Tobermory vs United Kingdom

Commute Mode

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)92

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

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

Walkability

The median home value in Tobermory 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 404 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 Units404

Property Tax

Tobermory experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 181 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 85.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 144 feet.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 57°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average48.1°F
11% below United Kingdom avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Sunny Days181 days/yr

Geography

Elevation144 ft (44 m)
Area6,357.5 sq mi (16,465.9 km²)
Population Density0/sq mi
Coordinates56.6220°N, 6.0723°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 85.4"
125% above United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 10.39"
Driest Month (May) 3.82"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

16 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 32 km
May 3, 1998 Scotland, United Kingdom M3.5 63 km
Jan 23, 2011 28 km NE of Tobermory, United Kingdom M3.5 28 km
Aug 17, 1994 40 km SE of Portree, United Kingdom M3.2 62 km
Jan 26, 1990 34 km N of Isle of Islay, United Kingdom M3.0 61 km
Jun 20, 2003 12 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom M3.0 114 km
May 18, 2013 27 km NE of Tobermory, United Kingdom M2.9 28 km
Jun 8, 2006 35 km ENE of Portree, United Kingdom M2.9 104 km
Jul 26, 1992 45 km E of Portree, United Kingdom M2.8 101 km
Jun 20, 2003 14 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom M2.8 112 km
Aug 27, 1992 33 km NNE of Isle of Islay, United Kingdom M2.7 62 km
Mar 7, 1998 13 km E of Oban, United Kingdom M2.7 55 km
Nov 30, 1997 4 km NNE of Kippen, United Kingdom M2.7 130 km
Nov 1, 2017 2 km NNW of Tarbert, United Kingdom M2.6 91 km
Jun 20, 2003 12 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom M2.5 113 km
Jan 9, 1990 29 km W of Aberfeldy, United Kingdom M2.5 106 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 39 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 41°F (5°C) 10.4 in Wettest
February 41°F (5°C) 6.3 in Coldest
March 43°F (6°C) 8.0 in
April 45°F (7°C) 4.7 in
May 51°F (10°C) 3.8 in Driest
June 54°F (12°C) 4.0 in
July 57°F (14°C) 5.0 in Warmest
August 57°F (14°C) 6.1 in
September 54°F (12°C) 8.6 in
October 49°F (9°C) 9.3 in
November 45°F (7°C) 9.8 in
December 41°F (5°C) 9.5 in

Tobermory has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 41°F in February to 57°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 85.4 inches, with January being the wettest month (10.4") and May the driest (3.8").

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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 Density0/sq mi
Total Area6,357.5 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

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

Colleges & Universities in Tobermory

Institution Type Founded Website
UHI West Highland - Kilchoan College

Schools in Tobermory

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Tobermory High School
Dervaig Primary School
Kilchoan Primary School
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Radio Stations near Tobermory

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Tobermory

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Mull Museum
Sheila's Cottage
The Old Byre Heritage Centre

Farmers Markets in Tobermory

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Tobermory Producers Market

Hotels in Tobermory

8 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Highland Cottage Hotel
Kilchoan House Hotel
Killoran House
Mishnish
Park Lodge Hotel
Sonachan Hotel
The Bellachroy
Western Isles Hotel

Restaurants in Tobermory

8 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Am Birlinn
Cafe Fish
Fisherman's Pier Seafood
Galleon Restaurant
Hebridean Lodge
Macgochans
Mishnish
Spice of Mull

Cafes in Tobermory

7 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

An Tobar Cafe
Chocolate Factory
Glengorm Coffee Shop
Puffin Coffee
The Glass Barn - Isle of Mull Cheese
The Old Byre Heritage Centre
The Pier

Theatres in Tobermory

1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Mull Theatre

Castles in Tobermory

7 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Aros Castle
Breachacha Castle
Breachacha House
Cairnburgh Castle
Castle Tioram
Glenborrodale Castle
Mingary Castle

Dentists in Tobermory

1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Tobermory Dental Surgery

Gas Stations in Tobermory

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

GB #1320814881
McKay's Garage

Banks in Tobermory

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Virgin Money

Golf Courses in Tobermory

2 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Iona Golf Course
Tobermory Golf Club

Airports Near Tobermory

9 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Broadford AirstripSKLSmall Airport
Coll AirportCOLSmall Airport
Colonsay AirstripCSASmall Airport
Glenforsa AirfieldSmall Airport
Glensanda AirstripSmall Airport
Kilfinichen AirstripSmall Airport
Knockrome AirstripSmall Airport
Oban AirportOBNSmall Airport
Plockton AirstripSmall Airport

Post Offices in Tobermory

3 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Dervaig Post Office
Ferry Stores
Tobermory Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Tobermory

8 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Ardnamurchan Free Church
Kilchoan Parish Church
Kilchoan Parish Church
Kilmore Church
Our Lady Star of the Sea
St Columba's Chapel
Tobermory Church of Scotland
Tobermory Evangelical (formerly Free Church)

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Waterfalls
3
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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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 Tobermory

What is the population of Tobermory?

Tobermory has a population of 1,010 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 0 people per square mile, spread across 6,357.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.6 years. The population is 50.5% female and 49.5% male.

Is Tobermory 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 Tobermory?

Tobermory has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 57°F in July. The area receives 181 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 85.4 inches.

How is the job market in Tobermory?

Tobermory 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 92 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Tobermory?

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

How are the schools in Tobermory?

50.0% of adults in Tobermory 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 Tobermory?

90% of residents speak only English at home.

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