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Elphinstone, Australia

Victoria · 🇦🇺 Australia

Elphinstone is a small town in Victoria, Australia with a population of 546. Elevation: 1,352 ft (412 m). Average temperature: 60°F (16°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
546 Population
1,352 ft Elevation 412 meters
60°F Avg Temperature 16°C
27.2 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

Population546
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 Temp60°F (16°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain27.2 in/yr
Sunny Days302/yr
Elevation1,352 ft (412 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.1%
Population546
Elevation1,352 ft (412 m)
Coordinates-37.1000°, 144.3333°
TimezoneAustralia/Melbourne
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceVictoria
Average Temperature60°F (16°C)
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average49°F (9°C)
Annual Precipitation27.2 inches (691 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age37.5 years

Is Elphinstone a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Elphinstone 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. Elphinstone 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

Elphinstone enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 49°F in July. With 302 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 27.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Elphinstone has a population of 546. 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

546
Total Population
37.5yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg

Race & Ethnicity

Elphinstone vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Elphinstone vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Elphinstone 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: Elphinstone 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 Elphinstone, 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: Elphinstone 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

Elphinstone enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 49°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 302 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 27.2 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 1,352 feet.

Temperature

73°F Jan (23°C) 49°F Jul (9°C)
Annual Average59.9°F
11% above US avg
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average49°F (9°C)
Sunny Days302 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall27.2 inches
28% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.9%

Geography

Elevation1,352 ft (412 m)
Coordinates-37.1000°N, 144.3333°W
TimezoneAustralia/Melbourne

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 73°F (23°C) 1.8 in Warmest
February 68°F (20°C) 1.5 in
March 63°F (17°C) 1.4 in Driest
April 56°F (14°C) 2.0 in
May 51°F (11°C) 2.8 in
June 46°F (8°C) 2.8 in Coldest
July 49°F (9°C) 2.8 in
August 46°F (8°C) 3.2 in Wettest
September 50°F (10°C) 2.9 in
October 54°F (12°C) 2.9 in
November 59°F (15°C) 2.0 in
December 63°F (17°C) 1.7 in

Elphinstone has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F — from 46°F in June to 73°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 27.9 inches, with August being the wettest month (3.2") and March the driest (1.4").

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 Elphinstone

What is the population of Elphinstone?

Elphinstone has a population of 546 residents and is located in Australia.. The median age of residents is 37.5 years.

Is Elphinstone expensive to live in?

Elphinstone is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 89.6 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Elphinstone?

Elphinstone enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 49°F in July. The area receives 302 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 27.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Elphinstone?

Elphinstone has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.1%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Elphinstone?

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

How healthy is Elphinstone?

The obesity rate in Elphinstone 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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