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Creswick, Australia

Victoria · 🇦🇺 Australia

Creswick is a small town in Victoria, Australia with a population of 3,164. Elevation: 1,414 ft (431 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
3,164 Population
1,414 ft Elevation 431 meters
52°F Avg Temperature 11°C
30.2 in Annual Rain
Australia / Melbourne 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

Population3,164
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 Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain30.2 in/yr
Sunny Days263/yr
Elevation1,414 ft (431 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.1%
Population3,164
Elevation1,414 ft (431 m)
Coordinates-37.4240°, 143.8947°
TimezoneAustralia/Melbourne
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceVictoria
Average Temperature52°F (11°C)
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average44°F (6°C)
Annual Precipitation30.2 inches (766 mm)
Annual Snowfall1.5 inches (4 cm)
Median Age37.5 years

Is Creswick a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Creswick 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. Creswick 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

Creswick experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 63°F in January while summers reach 44°F in July. With 263 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 30.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Creswick has a population of 3,164. 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

3,164
Total Population
37.5yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg

Race & Ethnicity

Creswick vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Creswick vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Creswick 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: Creswick 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 Creswick, 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: Creswick 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

Creswick experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 63°F in January while summers reach 44°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 263 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 30.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 1.5 inches of snow annually. 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 1,414 feet.

Temperature

63°F Jan (17°C) 44°F Jul (6°C)
Annual Average52.1°F
4% below US avg
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average44°F (6°C)
Sunny Days263 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall30.2 inches
21% below US avg
Snowfall1.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.9%

Geography

Elevation1,414 ft (431 m)
Coordinates-37.4240°N, 143.8947°W
TimezoneAustralia/Melbourne

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temp Precipitation
Jan 63°F (17°C)
1.9"
Feb 65°F (18°C)
1.6"
Mar 61°F (16°C)
1.5"
Apr 55°F (13°C)
2.2"
May 50°F (10°C)
2.9"
Jun 45°F (7°C)
2.9"
Jul 44°F (6°C)
3.0"
Aug 45°F (7°C)
3.4"
Sep 48°F (9°C)
3.2"
Oct 52°F (11°C)
3.2"
Nov 56°F (13°C)
2.3"
Dec 60°F (16°C)
2.1"

The warmest month is February at 65°F, while the coldest is July at 44°F — a seasonal swing of 21°F. August sees the most rain (3.4"), while March is the driest (1.5").

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

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