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Vilalba, Spain

Galicia · 🇪🇸 Spain

Vilalba is a small city in Galicia, Spain with a population of 14,226. Elevation: 1,568 ft (478 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
14,226 Population
1,568 ft Elevation 478 meters
54°F Avg Temperature 12°C
55.5 in Annual Rain
Europe / Madrid Timezone
$33,493 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$33,493 median income, 10.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$650/mo rent
A
Safety
4.3 / 5.0
1 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
A
Education
4.4 / 5.0
42.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $33,493
55% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 1/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 42.2%
25% higher than US avg
Median Rent $650
44% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 15.7%
51% lower than US avg
Unemployment 10.4%
188% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.8%
94% lower than US avg

People

Population14,226
Median Age44.9 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

C+
Median Income$33,493
Per Capita$33,493
Unemployment10.4%
Poverty0.8%

Housing

A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$650
OwnershipN/A

Crime

A
Violent1/100K
PropertyN/A
Murder0.7/100K

Health

Obesity15.7%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking26.2%
Depression9.4%
Heart Disease9.3%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI60 (Moderate)
Rain55.5 in/yr
Sunny Days235/yr
Elevation1,568 ft (478 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+42.2%
High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband95.5%
Population14,226
Elevation1,568 ft (478 m)
Coordinates43.2981°, -7.6813°
TimezoneEurope/Madrid
Country🇪🇸 Spain
State / ProvinceGalicia
Average Temperature54°F (12°C)
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation55.5 inches (1,410 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$33,493
Median Age44.9 years

Is Vilalba a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Vilalba receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low crime rates, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Vilalba offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Vilalba is $33,493, 55% below the national average of $75,149. At 10.4%, unemployment is notably high. Only 0.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $650 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Safety & Crime

Vilalba is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 1 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 42.2% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 99.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Vilalba experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area gets 235 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 55.5 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 60.

Vilalba has a population of 14,226. The median age is 44.9 years, 15% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.9% female and 49.1% male. 24.4% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 84.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

14,226
Total Population
44.9yrs
Median Age
15% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.1%
Female 50.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Vilalba vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Vilalba vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Vilalba is $33,493, which is 55% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $33,493 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 10.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.8% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 60.9, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Vilalba vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$33,493
55% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,493

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.4%
188% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.8%
94% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living60.90 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $650 (44% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$650
44% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied75.1%
Renter-Occupied24.9%

Property Tax

In Vilalba, 15.7% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 7.1% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 9.3% of residents, above the national average. 27.2% have high blood pressure. 26.2% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 11.0% report binge drinking. 76.6% are physically inactive, above the national average. 9.4% report depression (below the 20.0% national average). 10.8% experience frequent mental distress.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity15.7%
51% below US avg
Diabetes7.1%
Heart Disease9.3%
High Blood Pressure27.2%
COPD0.6%
Kidney Disease0.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking26.2%
87% above US avg
Binge Drinking11.0%
Physical Inactivity76.6%
Depression9.4%
Mental Distress10.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate84.0%
Premature Death93/100K

Food & Exercise

Vilalba has a violent crime rate of 1 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. The murder rate is 0.7 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Overall, Vilalba receives a safety grade of A.

Crime Rates: Vilalba vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.7/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.7/100K
89% below US avg

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety GradeA
Safety Score4.3 / 5.0
Vilalba experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area gets 235 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 55.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 60. 79% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 1,568 feet.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average53.5°F
1% below US avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days235 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall55.5 inches
46% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median60.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %78.6%

Geography

Elevation1,568 ft (478 m)
Coordinates43.2981°N, 7.6813°W
TimezoneEurope/Madrid

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 44°F (7°C) 7.0 in Coldest
February 45°F (7°C) 5.9 in
March 48°F (9°C) 4.5 in
April 50°F (10°C) 4.7 in
May 54°F (12°C) 4.3 in
June 60°F (15°C) 2.4 in
July 64°F (18°C) 1.5 in Driest
August 65°F (18°C) 1.9 in Warmest
September 62°F (16°C) 3.7 in
October 55°F (13°C) 5.9 in
November 50°F (10°C) 6.3 in
December 46°F (8°C) 7.5 in Wettest

Vilalba has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F — from 44°F in January to 65°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 55.5 inches, with December being the wettest month (7.5") and July the driest (1.5").

42.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 25% above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school. 95.5% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+42.2%
25% above US avg
High School+99.0%
A Education Grade (4.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access95.5%

Safety & Disasters

A Safety Grade (4.3/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Vilalba

What is the population of Vilalba?

Vilalba has a population of 14,226 residents and is located in Spain.. The median age of residents is 44.9 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.9% female and 49.1% male.

Is Vilalba expensive to live in?

Vilalba is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 60.9 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $33,493, 55% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $650 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

Is Vilalba safe?

Vilalba is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 1 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Overall, Vilalba receives a safety grade of A based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Vilalba?

Vilalba has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 44°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 235 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 55.5 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 60.

How is the job market in Vilalba?

The job market in Vilalba faces challenges, with unemployment at 10.4% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in Vilalba?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $650.

How are the schools in Vilalba?

42.2% of adults in Vilalba hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Vilalba?

The obesity rate in Vilalba is 15.7% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 26.2% of adults are smokers. 76.6% are physically inactive. 9.4% of residents report depression.

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