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Forest Hill, Australia

Queensland · 🇦🇺 Australia

Forest Hill is a small town in Queensland, Australia with a population of 997. Elevation: 312 ft (95 m). Average temperature: 68°F (20°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
997 Population
312 ft Elevation 95 meters
68°F Avg Temperature 20°C
34.8 in Annual Rain
Australia / Brisbane 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

Population997
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 Temp68°F (20°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain34.8 in/yr
Sunny Days335/yr
Elevation312 ft (95 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.1%
Population997
Elevation312 ft (95 m)
Coordinates-27.5926°, 152.3557°
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceQueensland
Average Temperature68°F (20°C)
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average58°F (14°C)
Annual Precipitation34.8 inches (883 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age37.5 years

Is Forest Hill a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Forest Hill 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. Forest Hill 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

Forest Hill enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F. Winters average 75°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July. With 335 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 34.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Forest Hill has a population of 997. 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

997
Total Population
37.5yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg

Race & Ethnicity

Forest Hill vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Forest Hill vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Forest Hill 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: Forest Hill 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 Forest Hill, 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: Forest Hill 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

Forest Hill enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 75°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 335 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 34.8 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 312 feet.

Temperature

75°F Jan (24°C) 58°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average67.7°F
25% above US avg
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average58°F (14°C)
Sunny Days335 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.8 inches
9% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.9%

Geography

Elevation312 ft (95 m)
Coordinates-27.5926°N, 152.3557°W
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 75°F (24°C) 4.8 in Wettest
February 76°F (24°C) 4.6 in Warmest
March 74°F (23°C) 2.7 in
April 69°F (21°C) 2.4 in
May 64°F (18°C) 2.6 in
June 58°F (14°C) 1.3 in Coldest
July 58°F (14°C) 1.5 in
August 58°F (14°C) 1.0 in Driest
September 63°F (17°C) 1.3 in
October 68°F (20°C) 2.8 in
November 72°F (22°C) 3.7 in
December 75°F (24°C) 4.7 in

Forest Hill has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F — from 58°F in June to 76°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 33.4 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.8") and August the driest (1.0").

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 Forest Hill

What is the population of Forest Hill?

Forest Hill has a population of 997 residents and is located in Australia.. The median age of residents is 37.5 years.

Is Forest Hill expensive to live in?

Forest Hill 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 Forest Hill?

Forest Hill enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 58°F in July. The area receives 335 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 34.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Forest Hill?

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

How are the schools in Forest Hill?

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

How healthy is Forest Hill?

The obesity rate in Forest Hill 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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