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Kangaroo Valley, Australia

New South Wales · 🇦🇺 Australia

Kangaroo Valley is a small town in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 939. Elevation: 328 ft (100 m). Average temperature: 55°F (13°C).

3.2 /5.0
B Good
939 Population
328 ft Elevation 100 meters
55°F Avg Temperature 13°C
32.2 in Annual Rain
Australia / Sydney Timezone
$25,891 Median Income
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$25,891 median income, 2.9% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.3 / 5.0
$873/mo rent
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $25,891
66% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 35.0%
4% higher than US avg
Median Rent $873
25% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.2%
6% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.9%
19% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.0%
92% lower than US avg

People

Population939
Median Age54.0 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / FemaleN/A

Economy

B
Median Income$25,891
Per Capita$25,891
Unemployment2.9%
Poverty1.0%

Housing

C
Home ValueN/A
Rent$873
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain32.2 in/yr
Sunny Days313/yr
Elevation328 ft (100 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.1%
Population939
Elevation328 ft (100 m)
Coordinates-34.7381°, 150.5366°
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceNew South Wales
Average Temperature55°F (13°C)
January Average62°F (16°C)
July Average47°F (8°C)
Annual Precipitation32.2 inches (819 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.2 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$25,891
Median Age54.0 years

Is Kangaroo Valley a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kangaroo Valley receives an overall livability score of 3.2 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. Kangaroo Valley offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Kangaroo Valley is $25,891, 66% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.9%. 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 $873 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

Kangaroo Valley experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 62°F in January while summers reach 47°F in July. With 313 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 32.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Kangaroo Valley has a population of 939. The median age is 54.0 years, 39% 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

939
Total Population
54.0yrs
Median Age
39% above US avg

Race & Ethnicity

Kangaroo Valley vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Kangaroo Valley vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kangaroo Valley is $25,891, which is 66% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $25,891 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 2.9% (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: Kangaroo Valley vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$25,891
66% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,891

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.9%
19% 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 $873 (25% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$873
25% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied87.2%

Property Tax

In Kangaroo 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: Kangaroo 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

Kangaroo Valley experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 62°F in January while summers reach 47°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 313 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 32.2 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

62°F Jan (16°C) 47°F Jul (8°C)
Annual Average55.2°F
2% above US avg
January Average62°F (16°C)
July Average47°F (8°C)
Sunny Days313 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall32.2 inches
15% below US avg
Snowfall0.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.9%

Geography

Elevation328 ft (100 m)
Coordinates-34.7381°N, 150.5366°W
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 62°F (16°C) 5.0 in
February 69°F (20°C) 5.6 in Warmest
March 66°F (19°C) 6.1 in Wettest
April 61°F (16°C) 4.8 in
May 56°F (13°C) 4.6 in
June 51°F (11°C) 5.5 in
July 47°F (8°C) 2.6 in Coldest, Driest
August 52°F (11°C) 3.9 in
September 55°F (13°C) 3.4 in
October 60°F (15°C) 4.1 in
November 62°F (17°C) 4.4 in
December 66°F (19°C) 3.5 in

Kangaroo Valley has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F — from 47°F in July to 69°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 53.5 inches, with March being the wettest month (6.1") 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 Kangaroo Valley

What is the population of Kangaroo Valley?

Kangaroo Valley has a population of 939 residents and is located in Australia.. The median age of residents is 54.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Kangaroo Valley expensive to live in?

Kangaroo Valley 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 $25,891, 66% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $873 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

What is the weather like in Kangaroo Valley?

Kangaroo Valley has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 62°F in January, while summers reach an average of 47°F in July. The area receives 313 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 32.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Kangaroo Valley?

The job market in Kangaroo Valley is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.9% — well below the national rate of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in Kangaroo Valley?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $873.

How are the schools in Kangaroo Valley?

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

How healthy is Kangaroo Valley?

The obesity rate in Kangaroo 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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