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Boat Harbour, Australia

New South Wales · 🇦🇺 Australia

Boat Harbour is a small town in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 930. Elevation: 56 ft (17 m). Average temperature: 67°F (19°C).

3.0 /5.0
B Good
930 Population
56 ft Elevation 17 meters
67°F Avg Temperature 19°C
27.5 in Annual Rain
Australia / Sydney Timezone
$44,346 Median Income
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$44,346 median income, 4.1% unemployment
D
Affordability
1.7 / 5.0
$1,662/mo rent
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $44,346
41% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 35.0%
4% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,662
43% 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

Population930
Median Age38.0 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / FemaleN/A

Economy

B+
Median Income$44,346
Per Capita$44,346
Unemployment4.1%
Poverty1.0%

Housing

D
Home ValueN/A
Rent$1,662
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp67°F (19°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain27.5 in/yr
Sunny Days347/yr
Elevation56 ft (17 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.1%
Population930
Elevation56 ft (17 m)
Coordinates-32.7896°, 152.1091°
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceNew South Wales
Average Temperature67°F (19°C)
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation27.5 inches (698 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$44,346
Median Age38.0 years

Is Boat Harbour a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Boat Harbour receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Boat Harbour offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Boat Harbour is $44,346, 41% below the national average of $75,149. 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%.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $1,662 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

Boat Harbour enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. With 347 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 27.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Boat Harbour has a population of 930. The median age is 38.0 years, 2% 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

930
Total Population
38.0yrs
Median Age
2% below US avg

Race & Ethnicity

Boat Harbour vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Boat Harbour vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Boat Harbour is $44,346, which is 41% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $44,346 (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: Boat Harbour vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$44,346
41% below US avg
Per Capita Income$44,346

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

Monthly rent averages $1,662 (43% above the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,662
43% above US avg

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

In Boat Harbour, 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: Boat Harbour 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

Boat Harbour enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 347 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 27.5 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 56 feet.

Temperature

72°F Jan (22°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average66.6°F
23% above US avg
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days347 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall27.5 inches
28% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.9%

Geography

Elevation56 ft (17 m)
Coordinates-32.7896°N, 152.1091°W
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 72°F (22°C) 4.2 in
February 73°F (23°C) 4.3 in Warmest
March 70°F (21°C) 5.6 in
April 66°F (19°C) 5.1 in
May 61°F (16°C) 5.3 in
June 56°F (13°C) 5.8 in Wettest
July 61°F (16°C) 3.9 in
August 56°F (13°C) 3.0 in Coldest
September 60°F (16°C) 2.8 in Driest
October 64°F (18°C) 3.5 in
November 67°F (20°C) 3.6 in
December 71°F (22°C) 3.1 in

Boat Harbour has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F — from 56°F in August to 73°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 50.2 inches, with June being the wettest month (5.8") and September the driest (2.8").

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 Boat Harbour

What is the population of Boat Harbour?

Boat Harbour has a population of 930 residents and is located in Australia.. The median age of residents is 38.0 years.

Is Boat Harbour expensive to live in?

Boat Harbour 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 $44,346, 41% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $1,662 per month, above the national average of $1,163.

What is the weather like in Boat Harbour?

Boat Harbour enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 347 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 27.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Boat Harbour?

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

How much does housing cost in Boat Harbour?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,662.

How are the schools in Boat Harbour?

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

How healthy is Boat Harbour?

The obesity rate in Boat Harbour 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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