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Black Hill, Australia

New South Wales · 🇦🇺 Australia

Black Hill is a small town in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 543. Elevation: 177 ft (54 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
543 Population
177 ft Elevation 54 meters
64°F Avg Temperature 18°C
31.7 in Annual Rain
Australia / Sydney Timezone
$30,521 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$30,521 median income, 4.0% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.0 / 5.0
$1,651/mo rent
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $30,521
59% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 35.0%
4% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,651
42% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.2%
6% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.0%
11% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.0%
92% lower than US avg

People

Population543
Median Age47.0 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / FemaleN/A

Economy

B
Median Income$30,521
Per Capita$30,521
Unemployment4.0%
Poverty1.0%

Housing

F
Home ValueN/A
Rent$1,651
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain31.7 in/yr
Sunny Days345/yr
Elevation177 ft (54 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.1%
Population543
Elevation177 ft (54 m)
Coordinates-32.8377°, 151.6187°
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceNew South Wales
Average Temperature64°F (18°C)
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average55°F (13°C)
Annual Precipitation31.7 inches (805 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$30,521
Median Age47.0 years

Is Black Hill a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Black Hill is $30,521, 59% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.0%, 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 $1,651 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163.

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 Hill enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 55°F in July. With 345 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 31.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Black Hill has a population of 543. The median age is 47.0 years, 21% 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

543
Total Population
47.0yrs
Median Age
21% above US avg

Race & Ethnicity

Black Hill vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Black Hill vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Black Hill is $30,521, which is 59% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $30,521 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 4.0% (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: Black Hill vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$30,521
59% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,521

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.0%
11% 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

Monthly rent averages $1,651 (42% above the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,651
42% above US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied93.1%

Property Tax

In Black Hill, 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 Hill 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 Hill enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 55°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 31.7 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 177 feet.

Temperature

70°F Jan (21°C) 55°F Jul (13°C)
Annual Average63.7°F
18% above US avg
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average55°F (13°C)
Sunny Days345 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall31.7 inches
17% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.9%

Geography

Elevation177 ft (54 m)
Coordinates-32.8377°N, 151.6187°W
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 70°F (21°C) 4.5 in
February 73°F (23°C) 4.7 in Warmest
March 70°F (21°C) 5.2 in Wettest
April 65°F (18°C) 3.7 in
May 60°F (15°C) 3.5 in
June 55°F (13°C) 3.7 in Coldest
July 55°F (13°C) 2.1 in
August 55°F (13°C) 1.9 in Driest
September 59°F (15°C) 2.3 in
October 64°F (18°C) 2.8 in
November 67°F (19°C) 3.4 in
December 71°F (22°C) 3.1 in

Black Hill has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F — from 55°F in June to 73°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 40.9 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.2") and August 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

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.1%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Black Hill

What is the population of Black Hill?

Black Hill has a population of 543 residents and is located in Australia.. The median age of residents is 47.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Black Hill expensive to live in?

Black Hill 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 $30,521, 59% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $1,651 per month, above the national average of $1,163.

What is the weather like in Black Hill?

Black Hill enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 55°F in July. The area receives 345 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Black Hill?

Black Hill has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.0%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in Black Hill?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,651.

How are the schools in Black Hill?

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

How healthy is Black Hill?

The obesity rate in Black Hill 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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