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Broadwood, Australia

Western Australia · 🇦🇺 Australia

Broadwood is a small town in Western Australia, Australia with a population of 726. Elevation: 1,211 ft (369 m). Average temperature: 67°F (19°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
726 Population 188/sq mi density
1,211 ft Elevation 369 meters
67°F Avg Temperature 19°C
8.2 in Annual Rain
Australia / Perth 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

Population726
Median Age37.5 yrs
Density188/mi²
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 Temp67°F (19°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain8.2 in/yr
Sunny Days345/yr
Elevation1,211 ft (369 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.1%
Population726
Population Density188 / sq mi
Elevation1,211 ft (369 m)
Coordinates-30.7903°, 121.4549°
TimezoneAustralia/Perth
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceWestern Australia
Average Temperature67°F (19°C)
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average51°F (11°C)
Annual Precipitation8.2 inches (209 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age37.5 years

Is Broadwood a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Broadwood 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. Broadwood 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

Broadwood enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 51°F in July. With 345 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 8.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Broadwood has a population of 726 with a density of 188 people per square mile, spread across 3.9 square miles. 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

726
Total Population
188
People / sq mi
37.5yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
3.9mi²
Land Area

Race & Ethnicity

Broadwood vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Broadwood vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Broadwood 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: Broadwood 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 Broadwood, 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: Broadwood 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

Broadwood enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 51°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 8.2 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 1,211 feet.

Temperature

77°F Jan (25°C) 51°F Jul (11°C)
Annual Average66.5°F
23% above US avg
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average51°F (11°C)
Sunny Days345 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall8.2 inches
78% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.9%

Geography

Elevation1,211 ft (369 m)
Area3.9 sq mi (10.0 km²)
Population Density188/sq mi
Coordinates-30.7903°N, 121.4549°W
TimezoneAustralia/Perth

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 77°F (25°C) 0.8 in
February 78°F (25°C) 1.0 in Warmest
March 74°F (23°C) 1.1 in
April 67°F (19°C) 0.9 in
May 59°F (15°C) 1.2 in Wettest
June 53°F (12°C) 1.2 in
July 51°F (11°C) 1.0 in Coldest
August 54°F (12°C) 0.9 in
September 60°F (15°C) 0.6 in Driest
October 65°F (19°C) 0.6 in
November 71°F (22°C) 0.8 in
December 77°F (25°C) 0.8 in

Broadwood has a seasonal temperature swing of 26°F — from 51°F in July to 78°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 11.0 inches, with May being the wettest month (1.2") and September the driest (0.6").

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 Density188/sq mi
Total Area3.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.1%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Broadwood

What is the population of Broadwood?

Broadwood has a population of 726 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 188 people per square mile, spread across 3.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 37.5 years.

Is Broadwood expensive to live in?

Broadwood 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 Broadwood?

Broadwood enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 51°F in July. The area receives 345 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 8.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Broadwood?

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

How are the schools in Broadwood?

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

How healthy is Broadwood?

The obesity rate in Broadwood 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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