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Black Head, Australia

New South Wales · 🇦🇺 Australia

Black Head is a small town in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 803. Elevation: 75 ft (23 m). Average temperature: 65°F (18°C).

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
803 Population
75 ft Elevation 23 meters
65°F Avg Temperature 18°C
28.9 in Annual Rain
Australia / Sydney Timezone
$20,212 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$20,212 median income, 3.0% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.0 / 5.0
$1,056/mo rent
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $20,212
73% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 35.0%
4% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,056
9% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.2%
6% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.0%
17% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.0%
92% lower than US avg

People

Population803
Median Age65.0 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / FemaleN/A

Economy

B
Median Income$20,212
Per Capita$20,212
Unemployment3.0%
Poverty1.0%

Housing

F
Home ValueN/A
Rent$1,056
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (18°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain28.9 in/yr
Sunny Days345/yr
Elevation75 ft (23 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.1%
Population803
Elevation75 ft (23 m)
Coordinates-32.0717°, 152.5349°
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceNew South Wales
Average Temperature65°F (18°C)
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average56°F (14°C)
Annual Precipitation28.9 inches (735 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$20,212
Median Age65.0 years

Is Black Head a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Black Head receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Black Head has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Black Head is $20,212, 73% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.0%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 1.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $1,056 per month.

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

Black Head enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 56°F in July. With 345 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 28.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Black Head has a population of 803. The median age is 65.0 years, 67% older 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

803
Total Population
65.0yrs
Median Age
67% above US avg

Race & Ethnicity

Black Head vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Black Head vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Black Head is $20,212, which is 73% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $20,212 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 3.0% (below 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: Black Head vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$20,212
73% below US avg
Per Capita Income$20,212

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.0%
17% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.0%
92% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living89.60 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $1,056 (9% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,056
9% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied79.1%

Property Tax

In Black Head, 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: Black Head 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

Black Head enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 56°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 345 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 28.9 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 75 feet.

Temperature

72°F Jan (22°C) 56°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average64.9°F
20% above US avg
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average56°F (14°C)
Sunny Days345 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall28.9 inches
24% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.9%

Geography

Elevation75 ft (23 m)
Coordinates-32.0717°N, 152.5349°W
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 72°F (22°C) 4.7 in
February 73°F (23°C) 4.7 in Warmest
March 71°F (22°C) 6.8 in Wettest
April 67°F (19°C) 4.3 in
May 62°F (17°C) 4.5 in
June 57°F (14°C) 4.5 in
July 56°F (14°C) 2.4 in Coldest
August 57°F (14°C) 2.1 in Driest
September 60°F (16°C) 2.2 in
October 64°F (18°C) 3.2 in
November 68°F (20°C) 3.8 in
December 71°F (22°C) 3.6 in

Black Head has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F — from 56°F in July to 73°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 46.7 inches, with March being the wettest month (6.8") and August the driest (2.1").

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 Black Head

What is the population of Black Head?

Black Head has a population of 803 residents and is located in Australia.. The median age of residents is 65.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Black Head expensive to live in?

Black Head is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 89.6 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $20,212, 73% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $1,056 per month.

What is the weather like in Black Head?

Black Head enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 56°F in July. The area receives 345 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 28.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Black Head?

Black Head has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.0%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in Black Head?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,056.

How are the schools in Black Head?

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

How healthy is Black Head?

The obesity rate in Black Head 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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