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Birchip, Australia

Victoria · 🇦🇺 Australia

Birchip is a small town in Victoria, Australia with a population of 687. Elevation: 344 ft (105 m). Average temperature: 61°F (16°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
687 Population
344 ft Elevation 105 meters
61°F Avg Temperature 16°C
14.8 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

Population687
Median Age37.5 yrs
DensityN/A
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 Temp61°F (16°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain14.8 in/yr
Sunny Days309/yr
Elevation344 ft (105 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.1%
Population687
Elevation344 ft (105 m)
Coordinates-35.9838°, 142.9173°
TimezoneAustralia/Melbourne
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceVictoria
Average Temperature61°F (16°C)
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average48°F (9°C)
Annual Precipitation14.8 inches (375 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age37.5 years

Is Birchip a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Birchip 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. Birchip 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

Birchip enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 48°F in July. With 309 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 14.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Birchip has a population of 687. 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

687
Total Population
37.5yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg

Race & Ethnicity

Birchip vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Birchip vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Birchip 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: Birchip 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 Birchip, 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: Birchip 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

Birchip enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 48°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 309 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 14.8 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). 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 344 feet.

Temperature

73°F Jan (23°C) 48°F Jul (9°C)
Annual Average60.5°F
12% above US avg
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average48°F (9°C)
Sunny Days309 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall14.8 inches
61% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.9%

Geography

Elevation344 ft (105 m)
Coordinates-35.9838°N, 142.9173°W
TimezoneAustralia/Melbourne

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 73°F (23°C) 1.1 in
February 73°F (23°C) 0.9 in Warmest
March 68°F (20°C) 0.9 in Driest
April 61°F (16°C) 1.1 in
May 55°F (13°C) 1.5 in
June 49°F (10°C) 1.2 in
July 48°F (9°C) 1.4 in Coldest
August 50°F (10°C) 1.5 in
September 54°F (12°C) 1.6 in
October 60°F (15°C) 1.6 in Wettest
November 65°F (18°C) 1.2 in
December 70°F (21°C) 0.9 in

Birchip has a seasonal temperature swing of 25°F — from 48°F in July to 73°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 14.8 inches, with October being the wettest month (1.6") and March the driest (0.9").

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

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.1%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Birchip

What is the population of Birchip?

Birchip has a population of 687 residents and is located in Australia.. The median age of residents is 37.5 years.

Is Birchip expensive to live in?

Birchip 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 Birchip?

Birchip enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 48°F in July. The area receives 309 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 14.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Birchip?

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

How are the schools in Birchip?

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

How healthy is Birchip?

The obesity rate in Birchip 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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