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Cudgen, Australia

New South Wales · 🇦🇺 Australia

Cudgen is a small town in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 852. Elevation: 82 ft (25 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
852 Population
82 ft Elevation 25 meters
68°F Avg Temperature 20°C
38.8 in Annual Rain
Australia / Sydney Timezone
$27,919 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$27,919 median income, 4.0% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.0 / 5.0
$1,239/mo rent
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $27,919
63% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 35.0%
4% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,239
7% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.2%
6% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.0%
11% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.0%
92% lower than US avg

People

Population852
Median Age39.0 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / FemaleN/A

Economy

B
Median Income$27,919
Per Capita$27,919
Unemployment4.0%
Poverty1.0%

Housing

F
Home ValueN/A
Rent$1,239
OwnershipN/A

Health

Obesity30.2%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking9.6%
Depression11.7%

Climate

Avg Temp68°F (20°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain38.8 in/yr
Sunny Days338/yr
Elevation82 ft (25 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.1%
Population852
Elevation82 ft (25 m)
Coordinates-28.2667°, 153.5500°
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceNew South Wales
Average Temperature68°F (20°C)
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation38.8 inches (985 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$27,919
Median Age39.0 years

Is Cudgen a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cudgen receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Cudgen has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cudgen is $27,919, 63% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.0%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 1.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $1,239 per month.

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

Cudgen enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F. Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. With 338 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Cudgen has a population of 852. The median age is 39.0 years, 0% 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

852
Total Population
39.0yrs
Median Age
0% below US avg

Race & Ethnicity

Cudgen vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Cudgen vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cudgen is $27,919, which is 63% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $27,919 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 4.0% (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: Cudgen vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$27,919
63% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,919

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.0%
11% 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

Monthly rent averages $1,239 (7% above the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,239
7% above US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied74.8%

Property Tax

In Cudgen, 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: Cudgen 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

Cudgen enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 338 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 38.8 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 82 feet.

Temperature

73°F Jan (23°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average67.9°F
26% above US avg
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Sunny Days338 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.8 inches
2% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.9%

Geography

Elevation82 ft (25 m)
Coordinates-28.2667°N, 153.5500°W
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 73°F (23°C) 7.7 in
February 76°F (24°C) 8.4 in Warmest
March 74°F (23°C) 8.5 in Wettest
April 70°F (21°C) 7.2 in
May 66°F (19°C) 7.6 in
June 61°F (16°C) 4.1 in
July 60°F (16°C) 3.6 in Coldest
August 60°F (16°C) 2.3 in
September 64°F (18°C) 2.1 in Driest
October 68°F (20°C) 4.3 in
November 71°F (22°C) 5.0 in
December 74°F (23°C) 6.5 in

Cudgen has a seasonal temperature swing of 15°F — from 60°F in July to 76°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 67.3 inches, with March being the wettest month (8.5") and September the driest (2.1").

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 Cudgen

What is the population of Cudgen?

Cudgen has a population of 852 residents and is located in Australia.. The median age of residents is 39.0 years.

Is Cudgen expensive to live in?

Cudgen is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 89.6 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $27,919, 63% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $1,239 per month.

What is the weather like in Cudgen?

Cudgen enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 338 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 38.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Cudgen?

Cudgen has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.0%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in Cudgen?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,239.

How are the schools in Cudgen?

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

How healthy is Cudgen?

The obesity rate in Cudgen 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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