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Happy Valley, Australia

Queensland · 🇦🇺 Australia

Happy Valley is a small town in Queensland, Australia with a population of 736. Elevation: 1,171 ft (357 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
736 Population
1,171 ft Elevation 357 meters
77°F Avg Temperature 25°C
28.3 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

Population736
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 Temp77°F (25°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain28.3 in/yr
Sunny Days341/yr
Elevation1,171 ft (357 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.1%
Population736
Elevation1,171 ft (357 m)
Coordinates-20.7479°, 139.4906°
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceQueensland
Average Temperature77°F (25°C)
January Average82°F (28°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation28.3 inches (720 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age37.5 years

Is Happy Valley a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Happy Valley 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. Happy Valley 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

Happy Valley has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F. Winters average 82°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. With 341 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 28.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Happy Valley has a population of 736. 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

736
Total Population
37.5yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg

Race & Ethnicity

Happy Valley vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Happy Valley vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Happy Valley 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: Happy Valley 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 Happy Valley, 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: Happy Valley 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

Happy Valley has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winters average 82°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 341 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 28.3 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 1,171 feet.

Temperature

82°F Jan (28°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average77.0°F
43% above US avg
January Average82°F (28°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days341 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall28.3 inches
25% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.9%

Geography

Elevation1,171 ft (357 m)
Coordinates-20.7479°N, 139.4906°W
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 82°F (28°C) 4.2 in Wettest
February 85°F (29°C) 3.9 in
March 82°F (28°C) 2.6 in
April 77°F (25°C) 0.6 in
May 69°F (21°C) 0.5 in
June 63°F (17°C) 0.2 in Coldest, Driest
July 64°F (18°C) 0.3 in
August 66°F (19°C) 0.2 in
September 73°F (23°C) 0.3 in
October 80°F (26°C) 0.9 in
November 84°F (29°C) 1.6 in
December 86°F (30°C) 2.7 in Warmest

Happy Valley has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F — from 63°F in June to 86°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 17.9 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.2") and June the driest (0.2").

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 Happy Valley

What is the population of Happy Valley?

Happy Valley has a population of 736 residents and is located in Australia.. The median age of residents is 37.5 years.

Is Happy Valley expensive to live in?

Happy Valley 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 Happy Valley?

Happy Valley has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 82°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 341 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 28.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Happy Valley?

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

How are the schools in Happy Valley?

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

How healthy is Happy Valley?

The obesity rate in Happy Valley 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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