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Holgate, Australia

New South Wales · 🇦🇺 Australia

Holgate is a small town in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 930. Elevation: 240 ft (73 m). Average temperature: 65°F (18°C).

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
930 Population
240 ft Elevation 73 meters
65°F Avg Temperature 18°C
31.5 in Annual Rain
Australia / Sydney Timezone
$32,989 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$32,989 median income, 3.2% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.1 / 5.0
$944/mo rent
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $32,989
56% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 35.0%
4% higher than US avg
Median Rent $944
19% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.2%
6% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.2%
11% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.0%
92% lower than US avg

People

Population930
Median Age43.0 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / FemaleN/A

Economy

B+
Median Income$32,989
Per Capita$32,989
Unemployment3.2%
Poverty1.0%

Housing

B
Home ValueN/A
Rent$944
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (18°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain31.5 in/yr
Sunny Days340/yr
Elevation240 ft (73 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.1%
Population930
Elevation240 ft (73 m)
Coordinates-33.4000°, 151.4167°
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceNew South Wales
Average Temperature65°F (18°C)
January Average71°F (22°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Annual Precipitation31.5 inches (799 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$32,989
Median Age43.0 years

Is Holgate a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Holgate receives an overall livability score of 3.5 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. Holgate offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Holgate is $32,989, 56% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.2%, 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 $944 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

Holgate enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 71°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July. With 340 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 31.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Holgate has a population of 930. 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

930
Total Population
43.0yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg

Race & Ethnicity

Holgate vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Holgate vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Holgate is $32,989, which is 56% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $32,989 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 3.2% (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: Holgate vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$32,989
56% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,989

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.2%
11% 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 $944 (19% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$944
19% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied95.9%

Property Tax

In Holgate, 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: Holgate 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

Holgate enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 71°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 340 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 31.5 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 240 feet.

Temperature

71°F Jan (22°C) 57°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average64.7°F
20% above US avg
January Average71°F (22°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Sunny Days340 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall31.5 inches
17% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.9%

Geography

Elevation240 ft (73 m)
Coordinates-33.4000°N, 151.4167°W
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 71°F (22°C) 5.7 in
February 72°F (22°C) 5.9 in Warmest, Wettest
March 70°F (21°C) 5.9 in
April 65°F (18°C) 4.8 in
May 60°F (16°C) 4.8 in
June 55°F (13°C) 5.0 in Coldest
July 57°F (14°C) 2.6 in Driest
August 55°F (13°C) 2.9 in
September 59°F (15°C) 2.9 in
October 64°F (18°C) 3.3 in
November 66°F (19°C) 3.8 in
December 70°F (21°C) 3.6 in

Holgate has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F — from 55°F in June to 72°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 51.1 inches, with February being the wettest month (5.9") and July the driest (2.6").

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 Holgate

What is the population of Holgate?

Holgate has a population of 930 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 Holgate expensive to live in?

Holgate 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 $32,989, 56% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $944 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

What is the weather like in Holgate?

Holgate enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 57°F in July. The area receives 340 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Holgate?

Holgate has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.2%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in Holgate?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $944.

How are the schools in Holgate?

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

How healthy is Holgate?

The obesity rate in Holgate 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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