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Canberra City, Australia

Australian Capital Territory · 🇦🇺 Australia

Canberra City is a small city in Australian Capital Territory, Australia with a population of 5,417. Elevation: 1,896 ft (578 m). Average temperature: 53°F (11°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
5,417 Population 9,340/sq mi density
1,896 ft Elevation 578 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 11°C
32.7 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

Population5,417
Median Age37.5 yrs
Density9,340/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 Temp53°F (11°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain32.7 in/yr
Sunny Days321/yr
Elevation1,896 ft (578 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.1%
Population5,417
Population Density9,340 / sq mi
Elevation1,896 ft (578 m)
Coordinates-35.2813°, 149.1293°
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceAustralian Capital Territory
Average Temperature53°F (11°C)
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average41°F (5°C)
Annual Precipitation32.7 inches (832 mm)
Annual Snowfall1.0 inches (3 cm)
Median Age37.5 years

Is Canberra City a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Canberra City 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. Canberra City 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

Canberra City experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 63°F in January while summers reach 41°F in July. With 321 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 32.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Canberra City has a population of 5,417 with a density of 9,340 people per square mile, spread across 0.6 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

5,417
Total Population
9,340
People / sq mi
37.5yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Race & Ethnicity

Canberra City vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Canberra City vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Canberra City 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: Canberra City 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 Canberra City, 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: Canberra City 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

Canberra City experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winters average 63°F in January while summers reach 41°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 321 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 32.7 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 1,896 feet.

Temperature

63°F Jan (17°C) 41°F Jul (5°C)
Annual Average52.5°F
3% below US avg
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average41°F (5°C)
Sunny Days321 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall32.7 inches
14% below US avg
Snowfall1.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.9%

Geography

Elevation1,896 ft (578 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density9,340/sq mi
Coordinates-35.2813°N, 149.1293°W
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 63°F (17°C) 2.9 in Wettest
February 69°F (20°C) 2.1 in Warmest
March 64°F (18°C) 2.2 in
April 57°F (14°C) 2.2 in
May 50°F (10°C) 2.1 in
June 44°F (7°C) 1.8 in Driest
July 41°F (5°C) 2.2 in Coldest
August 45°F (7°C) 2.3 in
September 50°F (10°C) 2.7 in
October 55°F (13°C) 2.8 in
November 60°F (16°C) 2.9 in
December 66°F (19°C) 2.1 in

Canberra City has a seasonal temperature swing of 28°F — from 41°F in July to 69°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 28.3 inches, with January being the wettest month (2.9") and June 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

Population Density9,340/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.1%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Canberra City

What is the population of Canberra City?

Canberra City has a population of 5,417 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 9,340 people per square mile, spread across 0.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 37.5 years.

Is Canberra City expensive to live in?

Canberra City 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 Canberra City?

Canberra City has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 63°F in January, while summers reach an average of 41°F in July. The area receives 321 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 32.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Canberra City?

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

How are the schools in Canberra City?

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

How healthy is Canberra City?

The obesity rate in Canberra City 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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