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Lachlan, Australia

Tasmania · 🇦🇺 Australia

Lachlan is a small town in Tasmania, Australia with a population of 825. Elevation: 581 ft (177 m). Average temperature: 55°F (13°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
825 Population
581 ft Elevation 177 meters
55°F Avg Temperature 13°C
34.1 in Annual Rain
Australia / Hobart 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

Population825
Median Age37.5 yrs
DensityN/A
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 Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain34.1 in/yr
Sunny Days272/yr
Elevation581 ft (177 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.1%
Population825
Elevation581 ft (177 m)
Coordinates-42.8333°, 147.0500°
TimezoneAustralia/Hobart
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceTasmania
Average Temperature55°F (13°C)
January Average64°F (18°C)
July Average50°F (10°C)
Annual Precipitation34.1 inches (867 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.6 inches (2 cm)
Median Age37.5 years

Is Lachlan a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lachlan 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. Lachlan 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

Lachlan experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 64°F in January while summers reach 50°F in July. With 272 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 34.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Lachlan has a population of 825. 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

825
Total Population
37.5yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg

Race & Ethnicity

Lachlan vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Lachlan vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lachlan 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: Lachlan 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 Lachlan, 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: Lachlan 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

Lachlan experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 64°F in January while summers reach 50°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 272 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 34.1 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 581 feet.

Temperature

64°F Jan (18°C) 50°F Jul (10°C)
Annual Average54.7°F
1% above US avg
January Average64°F (18°C)
July Average50°F (10°C)
Sunny Days272 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.1 inches
10% below US avg
Snowfall0.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.9%

Geography

Elevation581 ft (177 m)
Coordinates-42.8333°N, 147.0500°W
TimezoneAustralia/Hobart

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 64°F (18°C) 2.3 in Warmest
February 59°F (15°C) 1.9 in Driest
March 56°F (13°C) 2.1 in
April 52°F (11°C) 2.4 in
May 47°F (8°C) 2.3 in
June 43°F (6°C) 2.3 in Coldest
July 50°F (10°C) 3.1 in
August 44°F (7°C) 3.2 in Wettest
September 47°F (8°C) 3.0 in
October 51°F (10°C) 3.1 in
November 53°F (12°C) 3.0 in
December 57°F (14°C) 2.8 in

Lachlan has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F — from 43°F in June to 64°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 31.5 inches, with August being the wettest month (3.2") and February the driest (1.9").

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 Lachlan

What is the population of Lachlan?

Lachlan has a population of 825 residents and is located in Australia.. The median age of residents is 37.5 years.

Is Lachlan expensive to live in?

Lachlan 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 Lachlan?

Lachlan has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 64°F in January, while summers reach an average of 50°F in July. The area receives 272 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 34.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Lachlan?

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

How are the schools in Lachlan?

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

How healthy is Lachlan?

The obesity rate in Lachlan 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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