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Higgins, Australia
Australian Capital Territory · Australia
Higgins is a small town in Australian Capital Territory, Australia with a population of 2,963. Elevation: 1,946 ft (593 m). Average temperature: 49°F (10°C).
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About Higgins
Higgins is a suburb in the Belconnen district of Canberra, in the Australian Capital Territory, Australia. The suburb is named after politician and judge Henry Bournes Higgins (1851–1929). It was gazetted on 6 June 1968. The streets of Higgins are named after judges.
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| Population | 2,963 |
| Population Density | 2,849 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,946 ft (593 m) |
| Coordinates | -35.2324°, 149.0272° |
| Timezone | Australia/Sydney |
| Country | 🇦🇺 Australia |
| State / Province | Australian Capital Territory |
| Average Temperature | 49°F (10°C) |
| January Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 37°F (3°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 25.2 inches (641 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $35,591 |
| Median Age | 38.0 years |
About Higgins
Higgins is a small town in Australia (Australian Capital Territory) with a population of 2,963. The city sits at an elevation of 1,946 feet (593 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 49°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 61°F in January to 37°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 25.2 inches. The timezone is Australia/Sydney.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Higgins vs Australia Average
Income: Higgins vs Australia
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Income
| Median HH Income | $35,591 |
| 53% below Australia avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $35,591 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $684 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 3.9% |
| 8% above Australia avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 281 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $225,400 |
| 20% below Australia avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,127 |
| 3% below Australia avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 76.8% |
| Owner-Occupied | 76.8% |
| Renter-Occupied | 23.2% |
| Housing Units | 1,185 |
Property Tax
Climate in Higgins
Higgins has an average annual temperature of 13.9°C (57°F). The hottest month is Jan (22°C), the coldest is Jul (6.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 596 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 49.2°F |
| 9% below Australia avg | |
| January Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 37°F (3°C) |
| Sunny Days | 316 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,946 ft (593 m) |
| Area | 1.0 sq mi (2.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,849/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -35.2324°N, 149.0272°W |
| Timezone | Australia/Sydney |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 61°F (16°C) | 2.9 in | Wettest |
| February | 69°F (20°C) | 2.1 in | Warmest |
| March | 64°F (18°C) | 2.2 in | |
| April | 57°F (14°C) | 2.2 in | |
| May | 50°F (10°C) | 2.1 in | |
| June | 44°F (7°C) | 1.8 in | Driest |
| July | 37°F (3°C) | 2.2 in | Coldest |
| August | 45°F (7°C) | 2.3 in | |
| September | 50°F (10°C) | 2.7 in | |
| October | 55°F (13°C) | 2.8 in | |
| November | 60°F (16°C) | 2.9 in | |
| December | 66°F (19°C) | 2.1 in |
Higgins has a seasonal temperature swing of 32°F / from 37°F in July to 69°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 28.3 inches, with January being the wettest month (2.9") and June the driest (1.8").
Schools in Higgins
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cranleigh School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Higgins
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| NIGE! | alternative rock, classic rock | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| ABC AFL | live sports, sports talk | AAC 238 kbps |
Museums in Higgins
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Australian War Memorial | ||||
| Calthorpes House | ||||
| Canberra Fire Museum | ||||
| Canberra Museum and Gallery | ||||
| Canberra Railway Museum | ||||
| Canberra Railway Museum | ||||
| Canberra Space Centre | ||||
| Hall School Museum | ||||
| Museum of Australian Democracy | ||||
| National Archives of Australia | ||||
| National Capital Exhibition | ||||
| National Dinosaur Museum | ||||
| National Film & Sound Archive | ||||
| Queanbeyan and District Historical Museum | ||||
| Queanbeyan Printing Museum | ||||
| St Johns Schoolhouse Museum | ||||
| Tuggeranong Schoolhouse Museum |
Libraries in Higgins
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ACT Heritage Library | 0.0 | |||||
| ACT Public Library Erindale | 0.0 | |||||
| ANU Law Library | 0.0 | |||||
| ArchivesACT | 0.0 | |||||
| ArchivesACT | 0.0 | |||||
| Belconnen Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Black Mountain Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Black Mountain Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Civic Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Civic Library | 0.0 | |||||
| CSIRO Black Mountain | 0.0 | |||||
| Dickson Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Dickson Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Dickson Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Gungahlin Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Hancock Library East Wing | 0.0 | |||||
| Hancock Library West Wing | 0.0 | |||||
| JB Chifley Building | 0.0 | |||||
| Kingston Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Kingston Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Kippax Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Meg's Toy Box | 0.0 | |||||
| Meg's Toy Box | 0.0 | |||||
| National Centre for Australian Children's Literature | 0.0 | |||||
| National Centre for Australian Children's Literature | 0.0 | |||||
| National Library of Australia | 0.0 | |||||
| Old Senior School Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Queanbeyan City Council Library | 0.0 | |||||
| R.G. Menzies Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Research Library of the National Museum of Australia | 0.0 | |||||
| Research Library of the National Museum of Australia | 0.0 | |||||
| School of Art Library | 0.0 | |||||
| School of Art Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Senior Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Tuggeranong Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Woden Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Woden Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Higgins
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capital Food Market | |||||
| Capital Region Farmers Market | |||||
| Capital Region Farmers Market | |||||
| Lanyon Marketplace |
Cafes in Higgins
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Higgins
1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Higgins
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Attitude | ||||
| Attitude |
Stadiums & Teams in Higgins
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Higgins
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Selwyn Snow Resort | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Higgins
15 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Canberra Airport | CBR | Medium Airport |
| Goulburn Airport | GUL | Medium Airport |
| 2nd Crookwell Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Bakblok Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Bondo Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Cabramurra Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Collector Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Crookwell Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Currandooley Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Gundaroo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Hall Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Harden Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Talbingo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Wallaroo Private Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Wee Jasper Airport | — | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Higgins
12 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| ACT Pain and Wellness Clinic | ||
| Belconnen Chiropractic Centre | ||
| Belconnen Mall Medical Centre | ||
| Canberra Complementary Health Practice | ||
| Central Outpatients | ||
| Child Health Clinic | ||
| Chiropractic Life | ||
| ICON Cancer Centre Canberra | ||
| Nephrocare Northside Dialysis Clinic | ||
| Orthoclinic Specialist Orthodontics | ||
| QSCAN Bruce | ||
| Western Creek Medical Practice |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Higgins
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Emmanuel Independent Baptist Church | |
| Grace Canberra |
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What is the population of Higgins?
Higgins has a population of 2,963 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 2,849 people per square mile, spread across 1.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 38.0 years.
Is Higgins expensive to live in?
The median household income is $35,591, 53% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $225,400 (20% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,127 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.3x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
What is the weather like in Higgins?
Higgins has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 61°F in January, while summers reach an average of 37°F in July. The area receives 316 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 25.2 inches.
How is the job market in Higgins?
Higgins has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.9%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $684. There are 281 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Higgins?
The median home value in Higgins is $225,400. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,127. The homeownership rate is 76.8%.