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Failford, Australia

New South Wales · 🇦🇺 Australia

Failford is a small town in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 509. Elevation: 36 ft (11 m). Average temperature: 65°F (18°C).

2.4 /5.0
C Fair
509 Population
36 ft Elevation 11 meters
65°F Avg Temperature 18°C
28.9 in Annual Rain
Australia / Sydney Timezone
$17,238 Median Income
C
Overall
2.4 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.3 / 5.0
$17,238 median income, 9.3% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.0 / 5.0
$1,183/mo rent
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $17,238
77% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 35.0%
4% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,183
2% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.2%
6% lower than US avg
Unemployment 9.3%
158% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.0%
92% lower than US avg

People

Population509
Median Age58.0 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / FemaleN/A

Economy

C
Median Income$17,238
Per Capita$17,238
Unemployment9.3%
Poverty1.0%

Housing

F
Home ValueN/A
Rent$1,183
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (18°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain28.9 in/yr
Sunny Days345/yr
Elevation36 ft (11 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.1%
Population509
Elevation36 ft (11 m)
Coordinates-32.0918°, 152.4460°
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceNew South Wales
Average Temperature65°F (18°C)
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average56°F (14°C)
Annual Precipitation28.9 inches (735 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$17,238
Median Age58.0 years

Is Failford a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Failford receives an overall livability score of 2.4 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. Failford has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Failford is $17,238, 77% below the national average of $75,149. At 9.3%, unemployment is notably high. 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 $1,183 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

Failford enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 56°F in July. With 345 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 28.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Failford has a population of 509. The median age is 58.0 years, 49% 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

509
Total Population
58.0yrs
Median Age
49% above US avg

Race & Ethnicity

Failford vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Failford vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Failford is $17,238, which is 77% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $17,238 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 9.3% (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: Failford vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$17,238
77% below US avg
Per Capita Income$17,238

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.3%
158% 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 $1,183 (2% above the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,183
2% above US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied94.2%

Property Tax

In Failford, 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: Failford 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

Failford enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 56°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 345 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 28.9 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 36 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

72°F Jan (22°C) 56°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average64.9°F
20% above US avg
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average56°F (14°C)
Sunny Days345 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall28.9 inches
24% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.9%

Geography

Elevation36 ft (11 m)
Coordinates-32.0918°N, 152.4460°W
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 72°F (22°C) 5.0 in
February 73°F (23°C) 4.8 in Warmest
March 70°F (21°C) 6.7 in Wettest
April 66°F (19°C) 4.0 in
May 61°F (16°C) 4.3 in
June 56°F (13°C) 3.9 in
July 56°F (14°C) 2.2 in
August 56°F (13°C) 1.9 in Coldest, Driest
September 60°F (16°C) 2.1 in
October 64°F (18°C) 3.1 in
November 68°F (20°C) 3.8 in
December 72°F (22°C) 3.7 in

Failford has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F — from 56°F in August to 73°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 45.2 inches, with March being the wettest month (6.7") and August the driest (1.9").

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 Failford

What is the population of Failford?

Failford has a population of 509 residents and is located in Australia.. The median age of residents is 58.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Failford expensive to live in?

Failford 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 $17,238, 77% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $1,183 per month.

What is the weather like in Failford?

Failford enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 56°F in July. The area receives 345 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 28.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Failford?

The job market in Failford faces challenges, with unemployment at 9.3% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in Failford?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,183.

How are the schools in Failford?

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

How healthy is Failford?

The obesity rate in Failford 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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