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Abbotsford, Australia

Victoria · 🇦🇺 Australia

Abbotsford is a small city in Victoria, Australia with a population of 8,087. Elevation: 82 ft (25 m). Average temperature: 59°F (15°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
8,087 Population 12,253/sq mi density
82 ft Elevation 25 meters
59°F Avg Temperature 15°C
33.2 in Annual Rain
Australia / Melbourne Timezone
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 35.0%
4% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.2%
6% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.1%
14% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.0%
92% lower than US avg

People

Population8,087
Median Age37.5 yrs
Density12,253/mi²
Male / FemaleN/A

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$65,058
Unemployment4.1%
Poverty1.0%

Health

Obesity30.2%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking9.6%
Depression11.7%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain33.2 in/yr
Sunny Days292/yr
Elevation82 ft (25 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+35.0%
High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.1%
Population8,087
Population Density12,253 / sq mi
Elevation82 ft (25 m)
Coordinates-37.8000°, 145.0000°
TimezoneAustralia/Melbourne
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceVictoria
Average Temperature59°F (15°C)
January Average68°F (20°C)
July Average52°F (11°C)
Annual Precipitation33.2 inches (842 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age37.5 years

Is Abbotsford a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Abbotsford receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Abbotsford offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 4.1%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 1.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 35.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 99.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Abbotsford enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 68°F in January while summers reach 52°F in July. With 292 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 33.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Abbotsford has a population of 8,087 with a density of 12,253 people per square mile, spread across 0.7 square miles. The median age is 37.5 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. 17.7% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

8,087
Total Population
12,253
People / sq mi
37.5yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Race & Ethnicity

Abbotsford vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Abbotsford vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Abbotsford is N/A. Per capita income is $65,058 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 4.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 1.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 89.6, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Abbotsford vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$65,058

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.1%
14% above US avg
Poverty Rate1.0%
92% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living89.60 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Abbotsford, 30.2% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 5.9% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 29.3% have high blood pressure. 9.6% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 11.2% report binge drinking. 89.0% are physically inactive, above the national average. 11.7% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.2%
6% below US avg
Diabetes5.9%
High Blood Pressure29.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking9.6%
31% below US avg
Binge Drinking11.2%
Physical Inactivity89.0%
Depression11.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.0%

Food & Exercise

Abbotsford enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 68°F in January while summers reach 52°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 292 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 33.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10 — among the cleanest air in the country. 93% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 82 feet.

Temperature

68°F Jan (20°C) 52°F Jul (11°C)
Annual Average58.9°F
9% above US avg
January Average68°F (20°C)
July Average52°F (11°C)
Sunny Days292 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.2 inches
13% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.9%

Geography

Elevation82 ft (25 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.7 km²)
Population Density12,253/sq mi
Coordinates-37.8000°N, 145.0000°W
TimezoneAustralia/Melbourne

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 68°F (20°C) 2.2 in
February 69°F (21°C) 1.9 in Warmest, Driest
March 66°F (19°C) 2.1 in
April 60°F (15°C) 2.4 in
May 55°F (13°C) 2.8 in
June 50°F (10°C) 2.5 in Coldest
July 52°F (11°C) 2.2 in
August 51°F (10°C) 2.7 in
September 54°F (12°C) 2.8 in
October 58°F (14°C) 3.0 in Wettest
November 61°F (16°C) 2.9 in
December 65°F (18°C) 2.7 in

Abbotsford has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F — from 50°F in June to 69°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 30.3 inches, with October being the wettest month (3.0") and February the driest (1.9").

35.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 4% above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school. 97.1% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+35.0%
4% above US avg
High School+99.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density12,253/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.1%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Abbotsford

What is the population of Abbotsford?

Abbotsford has a population of 8,087 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 12,253 people per square mile, spread across 0.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 37.5 years.

Is Abbotsford expensive to live in?

Abbotsford is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 89.6 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Abbotsford?

Abbotsford enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 68°F in January, while summers reach an average of 52°F in July. The area receives 292 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 33.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Abbotsford?

Abbotsford has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.1%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Abbotsford?

35.0% of adults in Abbotsford hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Abbotsford?

The obesity rate in Abbotsford is 30.2% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 9.6% of adults are smokers. 89.0% are physically inactive. 11.7% of residents report depression.

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