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Tortora, Italy

Calabria · 🇮🇹 Italy

Tortora is a small town in Calabria, Italy with a population of 507. Elevation: 984 ft (300 m). Average temperature: 58°F (15°C).

2.3 /5.0
C Fair
507 Population
984 ft Elevation 300 meters
58°F Avg Temperature 15°C
61.5 in Annual Rain
Europe / Rome Timezone
$15,163 Median Income
C
Overall
2.3 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.2 / 5.0
$15,163 median income, 14.3% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.0 / 5.0
$700/mo rent
B+
Education
3.7 / 5.0
34.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $15,163
80% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 34.2%
1% higher than US avg
Median Rent $700
40% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 17.3%
46% lower than US avg
Unemployment 14.3%
297% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.9%
93% lower than US avg

People

Population507
Median Age47.3 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

C
Median Income$15,163
Per Capita$39,277
Unemployment14.3%
Poverty0.9%

Housing

F
Home ValueN/A
Rent$700
OwnershipN/A

Health

Obesity17.3%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking21.8%
Depression7.2%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (15°C)
AQI16 (Good)
Rain61.5 in/yr
Sunny Days307/yr
Elevation984 ft (300 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+34.2%
High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.0%
Population507
Elevation984 ft (300 m)
Coordinates39.9413°, 15.8052°
TimezoneEurope/Rome
Country🇮🇹 Italy
State / ProvinceCalabria
Average Temperature58°F (15°C)
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation61.5 inches (1,561 mm)
Annual Snowfall25.0 inches (63 cm)
Median Household Income$15,163
Median Age47.3 years

Is Tortora a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Tortora receives an overall livability score of 2.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Tortora has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Tortora is $15,163, 80% below the national average of $75,149. At 14.3%, unemployment is notably high. Only 0.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $700 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 34.2% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 99.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Tortora enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 307 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 61.5 inches, including 25.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 16.

Tortora has a population of 507. The median age is 47.3 years, 22% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.1% female and 48.9% male. 26.1% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 82.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

507
Total Population
47.3yrs
Median Age
22% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.9%
Female 51.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Tortora vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Tortora vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Tortora is $15,163, which is 80% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $39,277. The unemployment rate is 14.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.9% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 65.1, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Tortora vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$15,163
80% below US avg
Per Capita Income$39,277

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment14.3%
297% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.9%
93% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living65.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $700 (40% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$700
40% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied72.0%

Property Tax

In Tortora, 17.3% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 5.8% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 33.8% have high blood pressure. 21.8% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 8.3% report binge drinking. 88.6% are physically inactive, above the national average. 7.2% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Tortora vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity17.3%
46% below US avg
Diabetes5.8%
High Blood Pressure33.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking21.8%
56% above US avg
Binge Drinking8.3%
Physical Inactivity88.6%
Depression7.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.0%

Food & Exercise

Tortora enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 307 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 61.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 25.0 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 16 — among the cleanest air in the country. 92% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 984 feet.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average58.4°F
8% above US avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Sunny Days307 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall61.5 inches
62% above US avg
Snowfall25.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median16.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.8%

Geography

Elevation984 ft (300 m)
Coordinates39.9413°N, 15.8052°W
TimezoneEurope/Rome
County FIPS078149

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 43°F (6°C) 3.7 in Coldest
February 48°F (9°C) 3.7 in
March 51°F (10°C) 3.4 in
April 55°F (13°C) 3.3 in
May 63°F (17°C) 2.1 in
June 69°F (21°C) 1.1 in
July 78°F (25°C) 0.7 in Warmest, Driest
August 75°F (24°C) 1.3 in
September 70°F (21°C) 2.5 in
October 63°F (17°C) 4.3 in
November 55°F (13°C) 4.7 in Wettest
December 49°F (10°C) 4.5 in

Tortora has a seasonal temperature swing of 35°F — from 43°F in January to 78°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 35.2 inches, with November being the wettest month (4.7") and July the driest (0.7").

34.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 1% above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school. 87.0% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+34.2%
1% above US avg
High School+99.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Tortora

What is the population of Tortora?

Tortora has a population of 507 residents and is located in Italy.. The median age of residents is 47.3 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.1% female and 48.9% male.

Is Tortora expensive to live in?

Tortora is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 65.1 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $15,163, 80% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $700 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

What is the weather like in Tortora?

Tortora enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 43°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 307 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 61.5 inches, with 25.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 16.

How is the job market in Tortora?

The job market in Tortora faces challenges, with unemployment at 14.3% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in Tortora?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $700.

How are the schools in Tortora?

34.2% of adults in Tortora hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Tortora?

The obesity rate in Tortora is 17.3% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 21.8% of adults are smokers. 88.6% are physically inactive. 7.2% of residents report depression.

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