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Dondingalong, Australia

New South Wales · 🇦🇺 Australia

Dondingalong is a small town in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 652. Elevation: 328 ft (100 m). Average temperature: 66°F (19°C).

2.5 /5.0
C+ Fair
652 Population
328 ft Elevation 100 meters
66°F Avg Temperature 19°C
25.6 in Annual Rain
Australia / Sydney Timezone
$17,846 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.5 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$17,846 median income, 7.1% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.0 / 5.0
$930/mo rent
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $17,846
76% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 35.0%
4% higher than US avg
Median Rent $930
20% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.2%
6% lower than US avg
Unemployment 7.1%
97% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.0%
92% lower than US avg

People

Population652
Median Age51.0 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / FemaleN/A

Economy

C+
Median Income$17,846
Per Capita$17,846
Unemployment7.1%
Poverty1.0%

Housing

F
Home ValueN/A
Rent$930
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp66°F (19°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain25.6 in/yr
Sunny Days344/yr
Elevation328 ft (100 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.1%
Population652
Elevation328 ft (100 m)
Coordinates-31.1332°, 152.7514°
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceNew South Wales
Average Temperature66°F (19°C)
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Annual Precipitation25.6 inches (651 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$17,846
Median Age51.0 years

Is Dondingalong a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Dondingalong receives an overall livability score of 2.5 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 above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Dondingalong has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Dondingalong is $17,846, 76% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 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 $930 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

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

Dondingalong enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July. With 344 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 25.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Dondingalong has a population of 652. The median age is 51.0 years, 31% 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

652
Total Population
51.0yrs
Median Age
31% above US avg

Race & Ethnicity

Dondingalong vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Dondingalong vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dondingalong is $17,846, which is 76% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $17,846 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 7.1% (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: Dondingalong vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$17,846
76% below US avg
Per Capita Income$17,846

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.1%
97% 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 $930 (20% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$930
20% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied88.8%

Property Tax

In Dondingalong, 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: Dondingalong 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

Dondingalong enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 344 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 25.6 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 328 feet.

Temperature

72°F Jan (22°C) 57°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average65.7°F
22% above US avg
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Sunny Days344 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall25.6 inches
33% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.9%

Geography

Elevation328 ft (100 m)
Coordinates-31.1332°N, 152.7514°W
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 72°F (22°C) 6.6 in
February 73°F (23°C) 6.4 in Warmest
March 71°F (22°C) 7.1 in Wettest
April 67°F (19°C) 4.8 in
May 61°F (16°C) 4.5 in
June 56°F (14°C) 3.5 in Coldest
July 57°F (14°C) 2.1 in
August 57°F (14°C) 1.3 in Driest
September 61°F (16°C) 1.8 in
October 65°F (18°C) 3.5 in
November 68°F (20°C) 4.8 in
December 72°F (22°C) 5.2 in

Dondingalong has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F — from 56°F in June to 73°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 51.7 inches, with March being the wettest month (7.1") and August the driest (1.3").

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 Dondingalong

What is the population of Dondingalong?

Dondingalong has a population of 652 residents and is located in Australia.. The median age of residents is 51.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Dondingalong expensive to live in?

Dondingalong 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 $17,846, 76% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $930 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

What is the weather like in Dondingalong?

Dondingalong enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 57°F in July. The area receives 344 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 25.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Dondingalong?

The unemployment rate in Dondingalong is 7.1%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition.

How much does housing cost in Dondingalong?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $930.

How are the schools in Dondingalong?

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

How healthy is Dondingalong?

The obesity rate in Dondingalong 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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