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Box Hill, Australia

Victoria · 🇦🇺 Australia

Box Hill is a small city in Victoria, Australia with a population of 14,353. Elevation: 338 ft (103 m). Average temperature: 59°F (15°C).

2.5 /5.0
C+ Fair
14,353 Population 10,632/sq mi density
338 ft Elevation 103 meters
59°F Avg Temperature 15°C
33.2 in Annual Rain
Australia / Melbourne Timezone
$21,193 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.5 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$21,193 median income, 7.8% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.0 / 5.0
$1,073/mo rent
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $21,193
72% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 35.0%
4% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,073
8% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.2%
6% lower than US avg
Unemployment 7.8%
117% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.0%
92% lower than US avg

People

Population14,353
Median Age33.0 yrs
Density10,632/mi²
Male / FemaleN/A

Economy

C+
Median Income$21,193
Per Capita$21,193
Unemployment7.8%
Poverty1.0%

Housing

F
Home ValueN/A
Rent$1,073
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain33.2 in/yr
Sunny Days292/yr
Elevation338 ft (103 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.1%
Population14,353
Population Density10,632 / sq mi
Elevation338 ft (103 m)
Coordinates-37.8189°, 145.1255°
TimezoneAustralia/Melbourne
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceVictoria
Average Temperature59°F (15°C)
January Average68°F (20°C)
July Average52°F (11°C)
Annual Precipitation33.2 inches (842 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$21,193
Median Age33.0 years

Is Box Hill a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Box Hill receives an overall livability score of 2.5 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 above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Box Hill has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Box Hill is $21,193, 72% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.8% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 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 $1,073 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

Box Hill enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 68°F in January while summers reach 52°F in July. With 292 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 33.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Box Hill has a population of 14,353 with a density of 10,632 people per square mile, spread across 1.4 square miles. The median age is 33.0 years, 15% 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

14,353
Total Population
10,632
People / sq mi
33.0yrs
Median Age
15% below US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Race & Ethnicity

Box Hill vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Box Hill vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Box Hill is $21,193, which is 72% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $21,193 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 7.8% (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: Box Hill vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$21,193
72% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,193

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.8%
117% 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 $1,073 (8% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,073
8% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied39.3%

Property Tax

In Box 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: Box 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

Box Hill enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 68°F in January while summers reach 52°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 292 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 33.2 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 338 feet.

Temperature

68°F Jan (20°C) 52°F Jul (11°C)
Annual Average58.9°F
9% above US avg
January Average68°F (20°C)
July Average52°F (11°C)
Sunny Days292 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.2 inches
13% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.9%

Geography

Elevation338 ft (103 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.5 km²)
Population Density10,632/sq mi
Coordinates-37.8189°N, 145.1255°W
TimezoneAustralia/Melbourne

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 68°F (20°C) 2.2 in
February 69°F (21°C) 1.9 in Warmest, Driest
March 66°F (19°C) 2.1 in
April 60°F (15°C) 2.4 in
May 55°F (13°C) 2.8 in
June 50°F (10°C) 2.5 in Coldest
July 52°F (11°C) 2.2 in
August 51°F (10°C) 2.7 in
September 54°F (12°C) 2.8 in
October 58°F (14°C) 3.0 in Wettest
November 61°F (16°C) 2.9 in
December 65°F (18°C) 2.7 in

Box Hill has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F — from 50°F in June to 69°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 30.3 inches, with October being the wettest month (3.0") and February 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

Population Density10,632/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.1%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Box Hill

What is the population of Box Hill?

Box Hill has a population of 14,353 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 10,632 people per square mile, spread across 1.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 33.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Box Hill expensive to live in?

Box 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 $21,193, 72% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $1,073 per month.

What is the weather like in Box Hill?

Box Hill enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 68°F in January, while summers reach an average of 52°F in July. The area receives 292 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 33.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Box Hill?

The unemployment rate in Box Hill is 7.8%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition.

How much does housing cost in Box Hill?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,073.

How are the schools in Box Hill?

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

How healthy is Box Hill?

The obesity rate in Box 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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