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Wick, United Kingdom

Wales · 🇬🇧 United Kingdom

Wick is a small town in Wales, United Kingdom with a population of 698. Elevation: 325 ft (99 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).

4.1 /5.0
A Great
698 Population 260/sq mi density
325 ft Elevation 99 meters
52°F Avg Temperature 11°C
69.6 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$49,944 Median Income
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$49,944 median income, 4.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$900/mo rent
B+
Education
3.9 / 5.0
36.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $49,944
34% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 36.2%
7% higher than US avg
Median Rent $900
23% lower 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

Population698
Median Age40.6 yrs
Density260/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

B+
Median Income$49,944
Per Capita$49,944
Unemployment4.8%
Poverty0.5%

Housing

A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$900
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI9 (Good)
Rain69.6 in/yr
Sunny Days224/yr
Elevation325 ft (99 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband96.3%
Population698
Population Density260 / sq mi
Elevation325 ft (99 m)
Coordinates51.4394°, -3.5494°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceWales
Average Temperature52°F (11°C)
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average60°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation69.6 inches (1,768 mm)
Annual Snowfall6.0 inches (15 cm)
Median Household Income$49,944
Median Age40.6 years

Is Wick a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Wick receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Wick stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Wick is $49,944, 34% below the national average of $75,149. 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%.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $900 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

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

Wick experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. The area gets 224 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 69.6 inches, including 6.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 9.

Wick has a population of 698 with a density of 260 people per square mile, spread across 2.7 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

698
Total Population
260
People / sq mi
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
2.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Wick vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Wick vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wick is $49,944, which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. 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: Wick vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$49,944
34% below US avg
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

Monthly rent averages $900 (23% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$900
23% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied63.0%

Property Tax

In Wick, 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: Wick 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

Wick experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 224 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 69.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 6.0 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 325 feet.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 60°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average51.8°F
4% below US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average60°F (15°C)
Sunny Days224 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall69.6 inches
83% above US avg
Snowfall6.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median9.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.2%

Geography

Elevation325 ft (99 m)
Area2.7 sq mi (6.9 km²)
Population Density260/sq mi
Coordinates51.4394°N, 3.5494°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 41°F (5°C) 4.3 in
February 41°F (5°C) 3.1 in Coldest
March 44°F (6°C) 3.3 in
April 47°F (8°C) 2.3 in Driest
May 53°F (11°C) 2.3 in
June 57°F (14°C) 2.5 in
July 60°F (15°C) 2.6 in
August 61°F (16°C) 3.3 in Warmest
September 57°F (14°C) 3.7 in
October 52°F (11°C) 4.2 in
November 46°F (8°C) 4.7 in Wettest
December 43°F (6°C) 4.4 in

Wick has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F — from 41°F in February to 61°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 40.6 inches, with November being the wettest month (4.7") and April the driest (2.3").

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 Density260/sq mi
Total Area2.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access96.3%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Wick

What is the population of Wick?

Wick has a population of 698 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 260 people per square mile, spread across 2.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.6 years. The population is 50.8% female and 49.2% male.

Is Wick expensive to live in?

Wick is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 85.9 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $49,944, 34% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $900 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

What is the weather like in Wick?

Wick has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 224 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 69.6 inches, with 6.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 9.

How is the job market in Wick?

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

How much does housing cost in Wick?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $900.

How are the schools in Wick?

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

How healthy is Wick?

The obesity rate in Wick 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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