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Falls Creek, Australia

New South Wales · 🇦🇺 Australia

Falls Creek is a small town in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 911. Elevation: 157 ft (48 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
911 Population
157 ft Elevation 48 meters
63°F Avg Temperature 17°C
35.0 in Annual Rain
Australia / Sydney Timezone
$21,869 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$21,869 median income, 3.4% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.0 / 5.0
$986/mo rent
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $21,869
71% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 35.0%
4% higher than US avg
Median Rent $986
15% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.2%
6% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.4%
6% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.0%
92% lower than US avg

People

Population911
Median Age49.0 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / FemaleN/A

Economy

B
Median Income$21,869
Per Capita$21,869
Unemployment3.4%
Poverty1.0%

Housing

F
Home ValueN/A
Rent$986
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain35.0 in/yr
Sunny Days326/yr
Elevation157 ft (48 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.1%
Population911
Elevation157 ft (48 m)
Coordinates-34.9667°, 150.6000°
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceNew South Wales
Average Temperature63°F (17°C)
January Average69°F (21°C)
July Average55°F (13°C)
Annual Precipitation35.0 inches (888 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$21,869
Median Age49.0 years

Is Falls Creek a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Falls Creek receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Falls Creek has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Falls Creek is $21,869, 71% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.4%, indicating a healthy job market. 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 $986 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

Falls Creek enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 69°F in January while summers reach 55°F in July. With 326 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 35.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Falls Creek has a population of 911. The median age is 49.0 years, 26% 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

911
Total Population
49.0yrs
Median Age
26% above 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 $21,869, which is 71% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $21,869 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 3.4% (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: Falls Creek vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$21,869
71% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,869

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.4%
6% 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 $986 (15% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$986
15% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied90.1%

Property Tax

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 enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 69°F in January while summers reach 55°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 326 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 35.0 inches. 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 157 feet.

Temperature

69°F Jan (21°C) 55°F Jul (13°C)
Annual Average62.7°F
16% above US avg
January Average69°F (21°C)
July Average55°F (13°C)
Sunny Days326 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.0 inches
8% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.9%

Geography

Elevation157 ft (48 m)
Coordinates-34.9667°N, 150.6000°W
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 69°F (21°C) 4.1 in
February 71°F (21°C) 5.0 in Warmest
March 68°F (20°C) 5.2 in Wettest
April 63°F (17°C) 4.3 in
May 58°F (15°C) 3.8 in
June 54°F (12°C) 4.6 in Coldest
July 55°F (13°C) 2.2 in Driest
August 54°F (12°C) 3.0 in
September 58°F (14°C) 3.0 in
October 62°F (16°C) 3.5 in
November 64°F (18°C) 3.8 in
December 68°F (20°C) 3.1 in

Falls Creek has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F — from 54°F in June to 71°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 45.5 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.2") and July the driest (2.2").

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 911 residents and is located in Australia.. The median age of residents is 49.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 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. The median household income is $21,869, 71% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $986 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

What is the weather like in Falls Creek?

Falls Creek enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 69°F in January, while summers reach an average of 55°F in July. The area receives 326 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 35.0 inches. 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 3.4%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in Falls Creek?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $986.

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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