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Daruka, Australia

New South Wales · 🇦🇺 Australia

Daruka is a small town in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 764. Elevation: 1,591 ft (485 m). Average temperature: 65°F (19°C).

3.1 /5.0
B Good
764 Population
1,591 ft Elevation 485 meters
65°F Avg Temperature 19°C
22.1 in Annual Rain
Australia / Sydney Timezone
$32,989 Median Income
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$32,989 median income, 1.1% unemployment
D
Affordability
1.9 / 5.0
$1,197/mo rent
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $32,989
56% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 35.0%
4% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,197
3% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.2%
6% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.1%
69% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.0%
92% lower than US avg

People

Population764
Median Age44.0 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / FemaleN/A

Economy

B+
Median Income$32,989
Per Capita$32,989
Unemployment1.1%
Poverty1.0%

Housing

D
Home ValueN/A
Rent$1,197
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (19°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain22.1 in/yr
Sunny Days349/yr
Elevation1,591 ft (485 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.1%
Population764
Elevation1,591 ft (485 m)
Coordinates-31.0373°, 150.9707°
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceNew South Wales
Average Temperature65°F (19°C)
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average52°F (11°C)
Annual Precipitation22.1 inches (560 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$32,989
Median Age44.0 years

Is Daruka a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Daruka receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Daruka offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Daruka is $32,989, 56% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.1%. 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 $1,197 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

Daruka enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 52°F in July. With 349 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 22.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Daruka has a population of 764. The median age is 44.0 years, 13% older 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

764
Total Population
44.0yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg

Race & Ethnicity

Daruka vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Daruka vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Daruka is $32,989, which is 56% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $32,989 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below 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: Daruka vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$32,989
56% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,989

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.1%
69% below 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 $1,197 (3% above the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,197
3% above US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied95.3%

Property Tax

In Daruka, 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: Daruka 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

Daruka enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (19°C). Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 52°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 349 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 22.1 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 1,591 feet.

Temperature

77°F Jan (25°C) 52°F Jul (11°C)
Annual Average65.4°F
21% above US avg
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average52°F (11°C)
Sunny Days349 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall22.1 inches
42% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.9%

Geography

Elevation1,591 ft (485 m)
Coordinates-31.0373°N, 150.9707°W
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 77°F (25°C) 3.9 in Warmest, Wettest
February 74°F (24°C) 2.7 in
March 71°F (21°C) 1.6 in
April 63°F (17°C) 1.5 in Driest
May 57°F (14°C) 1.9 in
June 50°F (10°C) 1.7 in Coldest
July 52°F (11°C) 2.1 in
August 51°F (10°C) 1.7 in
September 56°F (14°C) 2.1 in
October 63°F (17°C) 2.5 in
November 68°F (20°C) 2.8 in
December 73°F (23°C) 3.1 in

Daruka has a seasonal temperature swing of 26°F — from 50°F in June to 77°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 27.5 inches, with January being the wettest month (3.9") and April 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

Frequently Asked Questions About Daruka

What is the population of Daruka?

Daruka has a population of 764 residents and is located in Australia.. The median age of residents is 44.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Daruka expensive to live in?

Daruka 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 $32,989, 56% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $1,197 per month.

What is the weather like in Daruka?

Daruka enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 52°F in July. The area receives 349 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 22.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Daruka?

The job market in Daruka is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.1% — well below the national rate of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in Daruka?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,197.

How are the schools in Daruka?

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

How healthy is Daruka?

The obesity rate in Daruka 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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