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Weymouth, United Kingdom

England · 🇬🇧 United Kingdom

Weymouth is a mid-size city in England, United Kingdom with a population of 57,691. Elevation: 3 ft (1 m). Average temperature: 51°F (11°C).

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
57,691 Population 8,080/sq mi density
3 ft Elevation 1 meters
51°F Avg Temperature 11°C
31.4 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
3.9 / 5.0
36.2% bachelor's degree or higher
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

Population57,691
Median Age40.6 yrs
Density8,080/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$49,944
Unemployment4.8%
Poverty0.5%

Health

Obesity26.8%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking9.8%
Depression13.5%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
AQI9 (Good)
Rain31.4 in/yr
Sunny Days279/yr
Elevation3 ft (1 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband96.3%
Population57,691
Population Density8,080 / sq mi
Elevation3 ft (1 m)
Coordinates50.6145°, -2.4599°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature51°F (11°C)
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation31.4 inches (797 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age40.6 years

Is Weymouth a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Weymouth receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Weymouth offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

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

Weymouth experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. With 279 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 31.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 9.

Weymouth has a population of 57,691 with a density of 8,080 people per square mile, spread across 7.1 square miles. 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

57,691
Total Population
8,080
People / sq mi
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
7.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Weymouth vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Weymouth vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Weymouth is N/A. 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: Weymouth vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

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 Weymouth, 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: Weymouth 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

Weymouth experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 279 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 31.4 inches. 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 3 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average51.4°F
5% below US avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days279 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall31.4 inches
17% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median9.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.2%

Geography

Elevation3 ft (1 m)
Area7.1 sq mi (18.5 km²)
Population Density8,080/sq mi
Coordinates50.6145°N, 2.4599°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 43°F (6°C) 3.7 in Wettest
February 42°F (6°C) 2.8 in Coldest
March 45°F (7°C) 2.5 in
April 48°F (9°C) 2.0 in
May 53°F (12°C) 1.9 in
June 58°F (14°C) 1.9 in
July 62°F (17°C) 1.8 in Driest
August 62°F (17°C) 2.1 in Warmest
September 59°F (15°C) 2.5 in
October 54°F (12°C) 3.3 in
November 48°F (9°C) 3.2 in
December 44°F (7°C) 3.7 in

Weymouth has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F — from 42°F in February to 62°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 31.4 inches, with January being the wettest month (3.7") and July the driest (1.8").

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

Population Density8,080/sq mi
Total Area7.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access96.3%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Weymouth

What is the population of Weymouth?

Weymouth has a population of 57,691 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 8,080 people per square mile, spread across 7.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.6 years. The population is 50.8% female and 49.2% male.

Is Weymouth expensive to live in?

Weymouth is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 85.9 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Weymouth?

Weymouth has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 43°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 279 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 9.

How is the job market in Weymouth?

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

How are the schools in Weymouth?

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

How healthy is Weymouth?

The obesity rate in Weymouth 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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