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Whitecross, United Kingdom

Scotland · 🇬🇧 United Kingdom

Whitecross is a small town in Scotland, United Kingdom with a population of 780. Elevation: 194 ft (59 m). Average temperature: 49°F (10°C).

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
780 Population 13,000/sq mi density
194 ft Elevation 59 meters
49°F Avg Temperature 10°C
47.0 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

Population780
Median Age40.6 yrs
Density13,000/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 Temp49°F (10°C)
AQI9 (Good)
Rain47.0 in/yr
Sunny Days204/yr
Elevation194 ft (59 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband96.3%
Population780
Population Density13,000 / sq mi
Elevation194 ft (59 m)
Coordinates55.9735°, -3.6594°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceScotland
Average Temperature49°F (10°C)
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation47.0 inches (1,193 mm)
Annual Snowfall6.2 inches (16 cm)
Median Age40.6 years

Is Whitecross a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Whitecross receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Whitecross 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

Whitecross experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. The area gets 204 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 47.0 inches, including 6.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 9.

Whitecross has a population of 780 with a density of 13,000 people per square mile, spread across 0.1 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

780
Total Population
13,000
People / sq mi
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Whitecross vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Whitecross vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Whitecross 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: Whitecross 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 Whitecross, 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: Whitecross 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

Whitecross experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 204 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 47.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 6.2 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 194 feet.

Temperature

40°F Jan (5°C) 59°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average49.4°F
9% below US avg
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Sunny Days204 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.0 inches
24% above US avg
Snowfall6.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median9.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.2%

Geography

Elevation194 ft (59 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.2 km²)
Population Density13,000/sq mi
Coordinates55.9735°N, 3.6594°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 40°F (5°C) 5.0 in Wettest
February 38°F (4°C) 3.5 in Coldest
March 41°F (5°C) 3.9 in
April 45°F (7°C) 2.4 in Driest
May 50°F (10°C) 2.5 in
June 55°F (13°C) 2.6 in
July 59°F (15°C) 2.8 in Warmest
August 58°F (14°C) 3.1 in
September 54°F (12°C) 4.1 in
October 48°F (9°C) 4.8 in
November 42°F (6°C) 4.7 in
December 39°F (4°C) 4.8 in

Whitecross has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F — from 38°F in February to 59°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 44.2 inches, with January being the wettest month (5.0") and April the driest (2.4").

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 Density13,000/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access96.3%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Whitecross

What is the population of Whitecross?

Whitecross has a population of 780 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 13,000 people per square mile, spread across 0.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.6 years. The population is 50.8% female and 49.2% male.

Is Whitecross expensive to live in?

Whitecross 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 Whitecross?

Whitecross has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 59°F in July. The area receives 204 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 47.0 inches, with 6.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 9.

How is the job market in Whitecross?

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

How are the schools in Whitecross?

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

How healthy is Whitecross?

The obesity rate in Whitecross 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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