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Brightwaters, Australia

New South Wales · 🇦🇺 Australia

Brightwaters is a small town in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 858. Elevation: 75 ft (23 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
858 Population
75 ft Elevation 23 meters
64°F Avg Temperature 18°C
31.7 in Annual Rain
Australia / Sydney Timezone
$25,418 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$25,418 median income, 2.9% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.0 / 5.0
$1,098/mo rent
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $25,418
66% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 35.0%
4% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,098
6% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.2%
6% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.9%
19% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.0%
92% lower than US avg

People

Population858
Median Age50.0 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / FemaleN/A

Economy

B
Median Income$25,418
Per Capita$25,418
Unemployment2.9%
Poverty1.0%

Housing

F
Home ValueN/A
Rent$1,098
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
Elevation75 ft (23 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.1%
Population858
Elevation75 ft (23 m)
Coordinates-33.1136°, 151.5447°
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$25,418
Median Age50.0 years

Is Brightwaters a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Brightwaters is $25,418, 66% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.9%. 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 $1,098 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

Brightwaters 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.

Brightwaters has a population of 858. The median age is 50.0 years, 29% 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

858
Total Population
50.0yrs
Median Age
29% above US avg

Race & Ethnicity

Brightwaters vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Brightwaters vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Brightwaters is $25,418, which is 66% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $25,418 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 2.9% (below 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: Brightwaters vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$25,418
66% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,418

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.9%
19% below 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 $1,098 (6% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,098
6% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied79.8%

Property Tax

In Brightwaters, 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: Brightwaters 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

Brightwaters 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 75 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

Elevation75 ft (23 m)
Coordinates-33.1136°N, 151.5447°W
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 70°F (21°C) 4.8 in
February 73°F (23°C) 5.3 in Warmest
March 70°F (21°C) 5.6 in Wettest
April 66°F (19°C) 4.3 in
May 61°F (16°C) 4.2 in
June 56°F (13°C) 4.4 in
July 55°F (13°C) 2.4 in Coldest
August 56°F (13°C) 2.2 in Driest
September 60°F (15°C) 2.6 in
October 64°F (18°C) 3.0 in
November 67°F (19°C) 3.6 in
December 71°F (22°C) 3.3 in

Brightwaters has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F — from 55°F in July to 73°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 45.5 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.6") and August the driest (2.2").

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 Brightwaters

What is the population of Brightwaters?

Brightwaters has a population of 858 residents and is located in Australia.. The median age of residents is 50.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Brightwaters expensive to live in?

Brightwaters 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 $25,418, 66% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $1,098 per month.

What is the weather like in Brightwaters?

Brightwaters 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 Brightwaters?

The job market in Brightwaters is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.9% — well below the national rate of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in Brightwaters?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,098.

How are the schools in Brightwaters?

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

How healthy is Brightwaters?

The obesity rate in Brightwaters 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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