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Forest Reefs, Australia

New South Wales · 🇦🇺 Australia

Forest Reefs is a small town in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 512. Elevation: 3,100 ft (945 m). Average temperature: 56°F (14°C).

3.4 /5.0
B Good
512 Population
3,100 ft Elevation 945 meters
56°F Avg Temperature 14°C
29.6 in Annual Rain
Australia / Sydney Timezone
$30,116 Median Income
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$30,116 median income, 1.1% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.8 / 5.0
$915/mo rent
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $30,116
60% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 35.0%
4% higher than US avg
Median Rent $915
21% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.2%
6% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.1%
69% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.0%
92% lower than US avg

People

Population512
Median Age43.0 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / FemaleN/A

Economy

B+
Median Income$30,116
Per Capita$30,116
Unemployment1.1%
Poverty1.0%

Housing

C+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$915
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (14°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain29.6 in/yr
Sunny Days312/yr
Elevation3,100 ft (945 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.1%
Population512
Elevation3,100 ft (945 m)
Coordinates-33.4645°, 149.0790°
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceNew South Wales
Average Temperature56°F (14°C)
January Average68°F (20°C)
July Average45°F (7°C)
Annual Precipitation29.6 inches (752 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.4 inches (1 cm)
Median Household Income$30,116
Median Age43.0 years

Is Forest Reefs a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Forest Reefs receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Forest Reefs offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Forest Reefs is $30,116, 60% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.1%. 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 $915 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

Forest Reefs enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 68°F in January while summers reach 45°F in July. With 312 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 29.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Forest Reefs has a population of 512. The median age is 43.0 years, 11% 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

512
Total Population
43.0yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg

Race & Ethnicity

Forest Reefs vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Forest Reefs vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Forest Reefs is $30,116, which is 60% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $30,116 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 1.1% (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: Forest Reefs vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$30,116
60% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,116

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.1%
69% 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 $915 (21% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$915
21% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied89.2%

Property Tax

In Forest Reefs, 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 Reefs 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 Reefs enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (14°C). Winters average 68°F in January while summers reach 45°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 312 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 29.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). 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 3,100 feet.

Temperature

68°F Jan (20°C) 45°F Jul (7°C)
Annual Average56.3°F
4% above US avg
January Average68°F (20°C)
July Average45°F (7°C)
Sunny Days312 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall29.6 inches
22% below US avg
Snowfall0.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.9%

Geography

Elevation3,100 ft (945 m)
Coordinates-33.4645°N, 149.0790°W
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 68°F (20°C) 3.7 in Warmest
February 66°F (19°C) 2.8 in
March 62°F (17°C) 2.1 in Driest
April 54°F (12°C) 2.2 in
May 48°F (9°C) 2.8 in
June 43°F (6°C) 2.7 in Coldest
July 45°F (7°C) 3.7 in
August 43°F (6°C) 3.9 in Wettest
September 47°F (8°C) 3.4 in
October 53°F (12°C) 3.5 in
November 58°F (14°C) 2.9 in
December 63°F (17°C) 2.8 in

Forest Reefs has a seasonal temperature swing of 25°F — from 43°F in June to 68°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 36.5 inches, with August being the wettest month (3.9") and March 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 Forest Reefs

What is the population of Forest Reefs?

Forest Reefs has a population of 512 residents and is located in Australia.. The median age of residents is 43.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Forest Reefs expensive to live in?

Forest Reefs 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 $30,116, 60% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $915 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

What is the weather like in Forest Reefs?

Forest Reefs enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 68°F in January, while summers reach an average of 45°F in July. The area receives 312 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 29.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Forest Reefs?

The job market in Forest Reefs is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.1% — well below the national rate of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in Forest Reefs?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $915.

How are the schools in Forest Reefs?

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

How healthy is Forest Reefs?

The obesity rate in Forest Reefs 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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