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Highfields, Australia

New South Wales · 🇦🇺 Australia

Highfields is a small town in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 815. Elevation: 328 ft (100 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).

3.1 /5.0
B Good
815 Population
328 ft Elevation 100 meters
64°F Avg Temperature 18°C
31.7 in Annual Rain
Australia / Sydney Timezone
$32,414 Median Income
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$32,414 median income, 4.4% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.1 / 5.0
$1,127/mo rent
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $32,414
57% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 35.0%
4% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,127
3% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.2%
6% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.4%
22% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.0%
92% lower than US avg

People

Population815
Median Age37.0 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / FemaleN/A

Economy

B
Median Income$32,414
Per Capita$32,414
Unemployment4.4%
Poverty1.0%

Housing

C
Home ValueN/A
Rent$1,127
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain31.7 in/yr
Sunny Days345/yr
Elevation328 ft (100 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.1%
Population815
Elevation328 ft (100 m)
Coordinates-32.9533°, 151.7123°
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceNew South Wales
Average Temperature64°F (18°C)
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average55°F (13°C)
Annual Precipitation31.7 inches (805 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$32,414
Median Age37.0 years

Is Highfields a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Highfields receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Highfields offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Highfields is $32,414, 57% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.4%, indicating a healthy job market. 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 $1,127 per month.

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

Highfields enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 55°F in July. With 345 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 31.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Highfields has a population of 815. The median age is 37.0 years, 5% 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

815
Total Population
37.0yrs
Median Age
5% below US avg

Race & Ethnicity

Highfields vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Highfields vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Highfields is $32,414, which is 57% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $32,414 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 4.4% (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: Highfields vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$32,414
57% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,414

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.4%
22% 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

Monthly rent averages $1,127 (3% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,127
3% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied84.5%

Property Tax

In Highfields, 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: Highfields 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

Highfields enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 55°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 345 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 31.7 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 328 feet.

Temperature

70°F Jan (21°C) 55°F Jul (13°C)
Annual Average63.7°F
18% above US avg
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average55°F (13°C)
Sunny Days345 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall31.7 inches
17% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.9%

Geography

Elevation328 ft (100 m)
Coordinates-32.9533°N, 151.7123°W
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 70°F (21°C) 4.5 in
February 74°F (23°C) 4.7 in Warmest
March 71°F (22°C) 5.4 in Wettest
April 66°F (19°C) 4.2 in
May 61°F (16°C) 4.3 in
June 56°F (13°C) 4.7 in
July 55°F (13°C) 2.6 in Coldest
August 56°F (13°C) 2.2 in Driest
September 60°F (16°C) 2.4 in
October 65°F (18°C) 3.0 in
November 68°F (20°C) 3.5 in
December 72°F (22°C) 3.1 in

Highfields has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F — from 55°F in July to 74°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 44.4 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.4") and August the driest (2.2").

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 Highfields

What is the population of Highfields?

Highfields has a population of 815 residents and is located in Australia.. The median age of residents is 37.0 years.

Is Highfields expensive to live in?

Highfields 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 $32,414, 57% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $1,127 per month.

What is the weather like in Highfields?

Highfields enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 55°F in July. The area receives 345 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Highfields?

Highfields has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.4%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in Highfields?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,127.

How are the schools in Highfields?

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

How healthy is Highfields?

The obesity rate in Highfields 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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