Blackheath, Australia

Full City Profile

2.3 /5.0

C Fair

4,382 Population 6/sq mi density

3,488 ft Elevation 1,063 meters

58°F Avg Temperature 15°C

Overall

2.3 / 5.0

Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

C+

Economy

2.8 / 5.0

$25,012 median income, 4.2% unemployment

Affordability

1.8 / 5.0

$214,000 home value, $1,070/mo rent

Blackheath, Australia

At a Glance

Median Income

$25,012

67% below

$25,012 per capita

Home Value

$214,000

24% below

Median Rent

$1,070/mo

8% below

Unemployment

4.2%

17% above

Avg Temperature

58°F

325 sunny days/yr

Is Blackheath a Good Place to Live?

2.3 / 5.0 — Fair

Based on economy, affordability, safety, and education metrics compared to national averages.

Economy & Jobs

Blackheath residents earn a median household income of $25,012 , which is 67% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $25,012. The unemployment rate stands at 4.2% (17% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). The area is home to 416 business establishments.

Housing & Cost of Living

The median home value in Blackheath is $214,000 , 24% below the national median of $281,900. Median rent is $1,070/month.

Climate & Weather

Blackheath has an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 65°F in January while summers reach 49°F in July. The area gets 325 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 38.9 inches.

Data Overview

People

Population4,382

Median Age53.0 yrs

Density6/mi²

Foreign Born21.0%

Economy

C+

Median Income$25,012

Per Capita$25,012

Unemployment4.2%

Poverty

Avg Weekly Wage$481

Housing

Home Value$214,000

Rent$1,070

Ownership78.7%

Housing Units1,753

Climate

Avg Temp58°F

Sunny Days325/yr

Rain38.9 in/yr

Elevation3,488 ft

Did You Know?

21.0% of residents are foreign-born.