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Fish Creek, Australia

Victoria · 🇦🇺 Australia

Fish Creek is a small town in Victoria, Australia with a population of 798. Elevation: 190 ft (58 m). Average temperature: 57°F (14°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
798 Population
190 ft Elevation 58 meters
57°F Avg Temperature 14°C
38.3 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

Population798
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 Temp57°F (14°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain38.3 in/yr
Sunny Days263/yr
Elevation190 ft (58 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.1%
Population798
Elevation190 ft (58 m)
Coordinates-38.6833°, 146.0833°
TimezoneAustralia/Melbourne
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceVictoria
Average Temperature57°F (14°C)
January Average67°F (19°C)
July Average50°F (10°C)
Annual Precipitation38.3 inches (974 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age37.5 years

Is Fish Creek a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Fish Creek 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. Fish 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

Fish Creek enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 67°F in January while summers reach 50°F in July. With 263 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Fish Creek has a population of 798. 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

798
Total Population
37.5yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg

Race & Ethnicity

Fish Creek vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Fish Creek vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fish 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: Fish 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 Fish 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: Fish 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

Fish Creek enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 67°F in January while summers reach 50°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 263 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 38.3 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 190 feet.

Temperature

67°F Jan (19°C) 50°F Jul (10°C)
Annual Average56.8°F
5% above US avg
January Average67°F (19°C)
July Average50°F (10°C)
Sunny Days263 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.3 inches
1% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.9%

Geography

Elevation190 ft (58 m)
Coordinates-38.6833°N, 146.0833°W
TimezoneAustralia/Melbourne

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 67°F (19°C) 2.4 in Warmest
February 66°F (19°C) 1.5 in Driest
March 63°F (17°C) 2.5 in
April 58°F (15°C) 3.0 in
May 54°F (12°C) 3.7 in
June 50°F (10°C) 3.9 in
July 50°F (10°C) 4.4 in Coldest, Wettest
August 50°F (10°C) 4.2 in
September 52°F (11°C) 3.9 in
October 55°F (13°C) 3.7 in
November 58°F (15°C) 3.0 in
December 61°F (16°C) 2.6 in

Fish Creek has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F — from 50°F in July to 67°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 38.8 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.4") and February the driest (1.5").

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 Fish Creek

What is the population of Fish Creek?

Fish Creek has a population of 798 residents and is located in Australia.. The median age of residents is 37.5 years.

Is Fish Creek expensive to live in?

Fish 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 Fish Creek?

Fish Creek enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 67°F in January, while summers reach an average of 50°F in July. The area receives 263 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 38.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Fish Creek?

Fish 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 Fish Creek?

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

How healthy is Fish Creek?

The obesity rate in Fish 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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