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Bowen Mountain, Australia

New South Wales · 🇦🇺 Australia

Bowen Mountain is a small town in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 1,555. Elevation: 1,388 ft (423 m). Average temperature: 58°F (15°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
1,555 Population
1,388 ft Elevation 423 meters
58°F Avg Temperature 15°C
38.9 in Annual Rain
Australia / Sydney 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

Population1,555
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 Temp58°F (15°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain38.9 in/yr
Sunny Days325/yr
Elevation1,388 ft (423 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.1%
Population1,555
Elevation1,388 ft (423 m)
Coordinates-33.5719°, 150.6256°
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceNew South Wales
Average Temperature58°F (15°C)
January Average65°F (18°C)
July Average49°F (10°C)
Annual Precipitation38.9 inches (988 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.4 inches (1 cm)
Median Age37.5 years

Is Bowen Mountain a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bowen Mountain 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. Bowen Mountain 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

Bowen Mountain enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 65°F in January while summers reach 49°F in July. With 325 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Bowen Mountain has a population of 1,555. 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

1,555
Total Population
37.5yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg

Race & Ethnicity

Bowen Mountain vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Bowen Mountain vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bowen Mountain 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: Bowen Mountain 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 Bowen Mountain, 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: Bowen Mountain 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

Bowen Mountain enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 65°F in January while summers reach 49°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 325 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 38.9 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 1,388 feet.

Temperature

65°F Jan (18°C) 49°F Jul (10°C)
Annual Average58.1°F
8% above US avg
January Average65°F (18°C)
July Average49°F (10°C)
Sunny Days325 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.9 inches
2% above US avg
Snowfall0.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.9%

Geography

Elevation1,388 ft (423 m)
Coordinates-33.5719°N, 150.6256°W
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 65°F (18°C) 6.1 in Wettest
February 69°F (21°C) 5.9 in Warmest
March 66°F (19°C) 5.2 in
April 61°F (16°C) 3.4 in
May 56°F (13°C) 3.3 in
June 51°F (10°C) 2.5 in
July 49°F (10°C) 1.8 in Coldest, Driest
August 51°F (11°C) 2.0 in
September 55°F (13°C) 2.3 in
October 60°F (16°C) 3.1 in
November 63°F (17°C) 3.9 in
December 68°F (20°C) 3.9 in

Bowen Mountain has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F — from 49°F in July to 69°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 43.5 inches, with January being the wettest month (6.1") and July the driest (1.8").

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 Bowen Mountain

What is the population of Bowen Mountain?

Bowen Mountain has a population of 1,555 residents and is located in Australia.. The median age of residents is 37.5 years.

Is Bowen Mountain expensive to live in?

Bowen Mountain 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 Bowen Mountain?

Bowen Mountain enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 65°F in January, while summers reach an average of 49°F in July. The area receives 325 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 38.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Bowen Mountain?

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

How are the schools in Bowen Mountain?

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

How healthy is Bowen Mountain?

The obesity rate in Bowen Mountain 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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