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Falls Creek, Australia

Victoria · 🇦🇺 Australia

Falls Creek is a small town in Victoria, Australia with a population of 3,288. Elevation: 5,223 ft (1,592 m). Average temperature: 44°F (7°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
3,288 Population
5,223 ft Elevation 1,592 meters
44°F Avg Temperature 7°C
59.8 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

Population3,288
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 Temp44°F (7°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain59.8 in/yr
Sunny Days228/yr
Elevation5,223 ft (1,592 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.1%
Population3,288
Elevation5,223 ft (1,592 m)
Coordinates-36.8654°, 147.2778°
TimezoneAustralia/Melbourne
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceVictoria
Average Temperature44°F (7°C)
January Average56°F (14°C)
July Average32°F (0°C)
Annual Precipitation59.8 inches (1,519 mm)
Annual Snowfall19.2 inches (49 cm)
Median Age37.5 years

Is Falls Creek a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Falls Creek receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Falls Creek 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

Falls Creek has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 56°F in January while summers reach 32°F in July. The area gets 228 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 59.8 inches, including 19.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Falls Creek has a population of 3,288. 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

3,288
Total Population
37.5yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg

Race & Ethnicity

Falls Creek vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Falls Creek vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Falls Creek 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: Falls Creek 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 Falls Creek, 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: Falls Creek 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

Falls Creek has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 56°F in January while summers reach 32°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 228 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 59.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 19.2 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. 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 5,223 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

56°F Jan (14°C) 32°F Jul (0°C)
Annual Average44.3°F
18% below US avg
January Average56°F (14°C)
July Average32°F (0°C)
Sunny Days228 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall59.8 inches
57% above US avg
Snowfall19.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.9%

Geography

Elevation5,223 ft (1,592 m)
Coordinates-36.8654°N, 147.2778°W
TimezoneAustralia/Melbourne

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 56°F (14°C) 3.4 in
February 57°F (14°C) 2.9 in Warmest, Driest
March 53°F (12°C) 4.1 in
April 46°F (8°C) 4.9 in
May 40°F (5°C) 5.2 in
June 35°F (2°C) 7.2 in Wettest
July 32°F (0°C) 5.6 in Coldest
August 33°F (1°C) 6.3 in
September 37°F (3°C) 6.2 in
October 42°F (6°C) 5.6 in
November 48°F (9°C) 4.2 in
December 52°F (11°C) 4.2 in

Falls Creek has a seasonal temperature swing of 25°F — from 32°F in July to 57°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 59.8 inches, with June being the wettest month (7.2") and February the driest (2.9").

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 Falls Creek

What is the population of Falls Creek?

Falls Creek has a population of 3,288 residents and is located in Australia.. The median age of residents is 37.5 years.

Is Falls Creek expensive to live in?

Falls Creek 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 Falls Creek?

Falls Creek has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 56°F in January, while summers reach an average of 32°F in July. The area receives 228 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 59.8 inches, with 19.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Falls Creek?

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

How are the schools in Falls Creek?

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

How healthy is Falls Creek?

The obesity rate in Falls Creek 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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