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Cowes, Australia

Full City Profile

2.0 /5.0
C Fair
4,770 Population 597/sq mi density
92 ft Elevation 28 meters
58°F Avg Temperature 15°C
C
Overall
2.0 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$19,807 median income, 4.4% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.3 / 5.0
$186,400 home value, $932/mo rent

Cowes, Australia

At a Glance

Median Income
$19,807
74% below
$19,807 per capita
Home Value
$186,400
34% below
Median Rent
$932/mo
20% below
Unemployment
4.4%
22% above
Avg Temperature
58°F
297 sunny days/yr

Is Cowes a Good Place to Live?

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2.0 / 5.0 — Fair
Based on economy, affordability, safety, and education metrics compared to national averages.

Economy & Jobs

Cowes residents earn a median household income of $19,807 , which is 74% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $19,807. The unemployment rate stands at 4.4% (22% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). The area is home to 453 business establishments.

Housing & Cost of Living

The median home value in Cowes is $186,400 , 34% below the national median of $281,900. Median rent is $932/month.

Climate & Weather

Cowes has an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 66°F in January while summers reach 53°F in July. The area gets 297 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 32.9 inches.

Data Overview

People

Population4,770
Median Age55.0 yrs
Density597/mi²
Foreign Born19.9%

Economy

C+
Median Income$19,807
Per Capita$19,807
Unemployment4.4%
Poverty
Avg Weekly Wage$381

Housing

F
Home Value$186,400
Rent$932
Ownership72.1%
Housing Units1,908

Climate

Avg Temp58°F
Sunny Days297/yr
Rain32.9 in/yr
Elevation92 ft

Did You Know?

Cowes was founded in 1869.
19.9% of residents are foreign-born.