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Kyneton, Australia

Victoria · 🇦🇺 Australia

Kyneton is a small city in Victoria, Australia with a population of 6,904. Elevation: 1,686 ft (514 m). Average temperature: 60°F (16°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
6,904 Population 183/sq mi density
1,686 ft Elevation 514 meters
60°F Avg Temperature 16°C
27.2 in Annual Rain
Australia / Melbourne 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

Population6,904
Median Age37.5 yrs
Density183/mi²
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 Temp60°F (16°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain27.2 in/yr
Sunny Days302/yr
Elevation1,686 ft (514 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.1%
Population6,904
Population Density183 / sq mi
Elevation1,686 ft (514 m)
Coordinates-37.2444°, 144.4515°
TimezoneAustralia/Melbourne
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceVictoria
Average Temperature60°F (16°C)
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average49°F (9°C)
Annual Precipitation27.2 inches (691 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age37.5 years

Is Kyneton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kyneton 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. Kyneton 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

Kyneton enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 49°F in July. With 302 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 27.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Kyneton has a population of 6,904 with a density of 183 people per square mile, spread across 37.8 square miles. 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

6,904
Total Population
183
People / sq mi
37.5yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
37.8mi²
Land Area

Race & Ethnicity

Kyneton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Kyneton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kyneton 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: Kyneton 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 Kyneton, 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: Kyneton 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

Kyneton enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 49°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 302 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 27.2 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 1,686 feet.

Temperature

73°F Jan (23°C) 49°F Jul (9°C)
Annual Average59.9°F
11% above US avg
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average49°F (9°C)
Sunny Days302 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall27.2 inches
28% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.9%

Geography

Elevation1,686 ft (514 m)
Area37.8 sq mi (97.9 km²)
Population Density183/sq mi
Coordinates-37.2444°N, 144.4515°W
TimezoneAustralia/Melbourne

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 73°F (23°C) 2.0 in Warmest
February 66°F (19°C) 1.6 in Driest
March 62°F (17°C) 1.6 in
April 55°F (13°C) 2.2 in
May 50°F (10°C) 3.3 in
June 45°F (7°C) 3.5 in
July 49°F (9°C) 3.5 in
August 45°F (7°C) 3.8 in Coldest, Wettest
September 48°F (9°C) 3.5 in
October 52°F (11°C) 3.3 in
November 56°F (13°C) 2.4 in
December 61°F (16°C) 2.1 in

Kyneton has a seasonal temperature swing of 28°F — from 45°F in August to 73°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 32.6 inches, with August being the wettest month (3.8") and February the driest (1.6").

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

Population Density183/sq mi
Total Area37.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.1%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Kyneton

What is the population of Kyneton?

Kyneton has a population of 6,904 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 183 people per square mile, spread across 37.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 37.5 years.

Is Kyneton expensive to live in?

Kyneton 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 Kyneton?

Kyneton enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 49°F in July. The area receives 302 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 27.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Kyneton?

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

How are the schools in Kyneton?

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

How healthy is Kyneton?

The obesity rate in Kyneton 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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