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Fingal Head, Australia

New South Wales · 🇦🇺 Australia

Fingal Head is a small town in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 665. Elevation: 23 ft (7 m). Average temperature: 69°F (21°C).

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
665 Population
23 ft Elevation 7 meters
69°F Avg Temperature 21°C
31.4 in Annual Rain
Australia / Sydney Timezone
$26,837 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$26,837 median income, 5.8% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.0 / 5.0
$1,127/mo rent
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $26,837
64% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 35.0%
4% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,127
3% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.2%
6% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.8%
61% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.0%
92% lower than US avg

People

Population665
Median Age46.0 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / FemaleN/A

Economy

B
Median Income$26,837
Per Capita$26,837
Unemployment5.8%
Poverty1.0%

Housing

F
Home ValueN/A
Rent$1,127
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp69°F (21°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain31.4 in/yr
Sunny Days344/yr
Elevation23 ft (7 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.1%
Population665
Elevation23 ft (7 m)
Coordinates-28.2018°, 153.5652°
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceNew South Wales
Average Temperature69°F (21°C)
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation31.4 inches (797 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$26,837
Median Age46.0 years

Is Fingal Head a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Fingal Head receives an overall livability score of 2.6 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. Fingal Head has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Fingal Head is $26,837, 64% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.8% 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 $1,127 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

Fingal Head enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F. Winters average 75°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. With 344 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 31.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Fingal Head has a population of 665. The median age is 46.0 years, 18% 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

665
Total Population
46.0yrs
Median Age
18% above US avg

Race & Ethnicity

Fingal Head vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Fingal Head vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fingal Head is $26,837, which is 64% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $26,837 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 5.8% (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: Fingal Head vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$26,837
64% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,837

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.8%
61% 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 $1,127 (3% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,127
3% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied67.7%

Property Tax

In Fingal Head, 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: Fingal Head 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

Fingal Head enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winters average 75°F in January while summers reach 62°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 31.4 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 23 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

75°F Jan (24°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average69.4°F
29% above US avg
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days344 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall31.4 inches
17% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.9%

Geography

Elevation23 ft (7 m)
Coordinates-28.2018°N, 153.5652°W
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 75°F (24°C) 7.7 in
February 76°F (24°C) 8.4 in Warmest
March 74°F (23°C) 8.5 in Wettest
April 70°F (21°C) 7.2 in
May 66°F (19°C) 7.6 in
June 61°F (16°C) 4.1 in
July 62°F (17°C) 3.6 in
August 60°F (16°C) 2.3 in Coldest
September 64°F (18°C) 2.1 in Driest
October 68°F (20°C) 4.3 in
November 71°F (22°C) 5.0 in
December 74°F (23°C) 6.5 in

Fingal Head has a seasonal temperature swing of 15°F — from 60°F in August to 76°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 67.3 inches, with March being the wettest month (8.5") and September the driest (2.1").

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 Fingal Head

What is the population of Fingal Head?

Fingal Head has a population of 665 residents and is located in Australia.. The median age of residents is 46.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Fingal Head expensive to live in?

Fingal Head 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 $26,837, 64% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $1,127 per month.

What is the weather like in Fingal Head?

Fingal Head enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 344 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Fingal Head?

The unemployment rate in Fingal Head is 5.8%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition.

How much does housing cost in Fingal Head?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,127.

How are the schools in Fingal Head?

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

How healthy is Fingal Head?

The obesity rate in Fingal Head 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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