Updated Feb 18, 2026
KEY STATS
515K
Population
259 km2
Area
284 Mbps
Internet
47m
Elevation
UTC±00:00
Timezone
EDI (11km)
Airport
OVERVIEW
Edinburgh is the capital city of Scotland and one of its 32 council areas. It is located in southeast Scotland and is bounded to the north by the Firth of Forth and to the south by the Pentland Hills. Edinburgh had a population of
506,520 in 2020, making it the second-most-populous city in Scotland and the seventh-most-populous in the United Kin...
QUICK FACTS
Country
Scotland
Region
Europe
Population
515K
Timezone
UTC±00:00
Elevation
47 m
Airport
EDI
GPS
55.95, -3.20
DROPTHE_ GOSSIP
Infrastructure
67,507 points of interest mapped in Edinburgh — 261 per km2
Tech
284 Mbps average download — faster than most capital cities worldwide
Economy
27% cheaper than New York City based on overall cost of living index
INFRASTRUCTURE
67,507 total POIs 260.6 per km²
Above avg per capita
Average
Below avg
Food & Drink
Restaurants
711
Cafes
746
Bars
528
Fast Food
624
Shopping
Supermarkets
106
Convenience
401
Shopping Malls
14
Healthcare
Hospitals
17
Clinics
272
Pharmacies
121
Education
Schools
309
Universities
37
Libraries
53
Recreation
Parks
52,454
Playgrounds
440
Sports
215
Cinemas
11
Museums
36
Theatres
34
Transport
Bus Stops
2,827
Train Stations
60
Fuel Stations
45
Services
Banks
38
ATMs
235
Post Offices
67
Police
16
Fire Stations
11
Source: DropThe Database | dropthe.org
INTERNET SPEED
284 Mbps
Download
116 Mbps
Upload
19ms
Latency
58,761
Tests
17,146
Devices
2025-Q4
Last updated
CLIMATE
6°
J
6°
F
8°
M
10°
A
12°
M
14°
J
14°
J
14°
A
12°
S
10°
O
8°
N
6°
D
18-28 C ideal
Warm/Cool
Extreme
Year avg: 10 C Range: 5.8 - 14.2 C Rain: 1,107 mm/year Sunshine: 2,330 h/year
CITY SCORES
82.4
Nomad Index
C
Livability
37.5
Culture
49.3
Overall
COST OF LIVING
BIndex relative to New York City (NYC = 100)
73.0
Overall
27% cheaper than NYC
37.9
Rent
62% cheaper than NYC
65.6
Groceries
34% cheaper than NYC
84.2
Restaurants
16% cheaper than NYC
AIRPORT
EDI
Edinburgh Airport
11 km from center
Very close — ~17 min ride
FUN FACTS
Edinburgh is the capital city of Scotland and one of its 32 council areas.
Edinburgh had a population of 506,520 in 2020, making it the second-most-populous city in Scotland and the seventh-most-populous in the United Kingdom.
The wider metropolitan area had a population of 912,490 in the same year.
Recognised as the capital of Scotland since at least the 15th century, Edinburgh is the seat of the Scottish Government, the Scottish Parliament, the highest courts in Scotland, and the Palace of Holyroodhouse, the official residence of the British monarch in Scotland.
The University of Edinburgh was founded in 1582 and is now one of three universities in the city.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is Edinburgh known for?
Edinburgh is a city in Scotland. It offers a range of cultural, historical, and natural attractions.
How fast is the internet in Edinburgh?
Edinburgh has an average download speed of 284 Mbps and upload speed of 116 Mbps, based on Ookla speed test data.
What is the weather like in Edinburgh?
Edinburgh has an average year-round temperature of approximately 10 degrees Celsius.
What airport serves Edinburgh?
Edinburgh is served by EDI (Edinburgh Airport), approximately 11 km from the city center.
What is the population of Edinburgh?
The population of Edinburgh is approximately 515K.
What infrastructure does Edinburgh have?
Edinburgh has 67,507 mapped points of interest, including 711 restaurants, 17 hospitals, 309 schools.
What country is Edinburgh in?
Edinburgh is located in Scotland.
