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Cockatoo Valley, Australia

South Australia · 🇦🇺 Australia

Cockatoo Valley is a small town in South Australia, Australia with a population of 681. Elevation: 561 ft (171 m). Average temperature: 59°F (15°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
681 Population
561 ft Elevation 171 meters
59°F Avg Temperature 15°C
21.5 in Annual Rain
Australia / Adelaide 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

Population681
Median Age37.5 yrs
DensityN/A
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 Temp59°F (15°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain21.5 in/yr
Sunny Days318/yr
Elevation561 ft (171 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.1%
Population681
Elevation561 ft (171 m)
Coordinates-34.6248°, 138.8366°
TimezoneAustralia/Adelaide
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceSouth Australia
Average Temperature59°F (15°C)
January Average71°F (22°C)
July Average49°F (9°C)
Annual Precipitation21.5 inches (545 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age37.5 years

Is Cockatoo Valley a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cockatoo Valley 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. Cockatoo Valley 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

Cockatoo Valley enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 71°F in January while summers reach 49°F in July. With 318 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 21.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Cockatoo Valley has a population of 681. 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

681
Total Population
37.5yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg

Race & Ethnicity

Cockatoo Valley vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Cockatoo Valley vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cockatoo Valley 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: Cockatoo Valley 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 Cockatoo Valley, 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: Cockatoo Valley 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

Cockatoo Valley enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 71°F in January while summers reach 49°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 318 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 21.5 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 561 feet.

Temperature

71°F Jan (22°C) 49°F Jul (9°C)
Annual Average58.9°F
9% above US avg
January Average71°F (22°C)
July Average49°F (9°C)
Sunny Days318 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall21.5 inches
44% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.9%

Geography

Elevation561 ft (171 m)
Coordinates-34.6248°N, 138.8366°W
TimezoneAustralia/Adelaide

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 71°F (22°C) 0.9 in
February 71°F (22°C) 0.7 in Warmest, Driest
March 67°F (19°C) 1.1 in
April 61°F (16°C) 1.7 in
May 55°F (13°C) 2.3 in
June 50°F (10°C) 2.9 in
July 49°F (9°C) 3.2 in Coldest, Wettest
August 50°F (10°C) 3.1 in
September 53°F (12°C) 2.9 in
October 58°F (14°C) 2.2 in
November 63°F (17°C) 1.3 in
December 67°F (20°C) 1.0 in

Cockatoo Valley has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F — from 49°F in July to 71°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 23.4 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.2") and February the driest (0.7").

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 Cockatoo Valley

What is the population of Cockatoo Valley?

Cockatoo Valley has a population of 681 residents and is located in Australia.. The median age of residents is 37.5 years.

Is Cockatoo Valley expensive to live in?

Cockatoo Valley 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 Cockatoo Valley?

Cockatoo Valley enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 49°F in July. The area receives 318 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 21.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Cockatoo Valley?

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

How are the schools in Cockatoo Valley?

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

How healthy is Cockatoo Valley?

The obesity rate in Cockatoo Valley 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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