Buxton, Australia

Full City Profile

2.4 /5.0

C Fair

1,986 Population 2/sq mi density

1,325 ft Elevation 404 meters

55°F Avg Temperature 13°C

Overall

2.4 / 5.0

Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

Economy

3.1 / 5.0

$26,803 median income, 3.0% unemployment

Affordability

1.8 / 5.0

$231,000 home value, $1,155/mo rent

Buxton, Australia

At a Glance

Median Income

$26,803

64% below

$26,803 per capita

Home Value

$231,000

18% below

Median Rent

$1,155/mo

1% below

Unemployment

3.0%

17% below

Avg Temperature

55°F

313 sunny days/yr

Is Buxton a Good Place to Live?

2.4 / 5.0 — Fair

Based on economy, affordability, safety, and education metrics compared to national averages.

Economy & Jobs

Buxton residents earn a median household income of $26,803 , which is 64% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $26,803. The unemployment rate stands at 3.0% (17% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). The area is home to 189 business establishments.

Housing & Cost of Living

The median home value in Buxton is $231,000 , 18% below the national median of $281,900. Median rent is $1,155/month.

Climate & Weather

Buxton has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 62°F in January while summers reach 47°F in July. The area gets 313 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 32.2 inches.

Data Overview

People

Population1,986

Median Age33.0 yrs

Density2/mi²

Foreign Born9.0%

Economy

Median Income$26,803

Per Capita$26,803

Unemployment3.0%

Poverty

Avg Weekly Wage$515

Housing

Home Value$231,000

Rent$1,155

Ownership85.7%

Housing Units794

Climate

Avg Temp55°F

Sunny Days313/yr

Rain32.2 in/yr

Elevation1,325 ft