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Lavender Bay, Australia

New South Wales · 🇦🇺 Australia

Lavender Bay is a small town in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 918. Elevation: 89 ft (27 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
918 Population
89 ft Elevation 27 meters
63°F Avg Temperature 17°C
31.3 in Annual Rain
Australia / Sydney Timezone
$53,472 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$53,472 median income, 4.9% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.5 / 5.0
$1,408/mo rent
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $53,472
29% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 35.0%
4% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,408
21% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.2%
6% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.9%
36% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.0%
92% lower than US avg

People

Population918
Median Age43.0 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / FemaleN/A

Economy

B+
Median Income$53,472
Per Capita$53,472
Unemployment4.9%
Poverty1.0%

Housing

B
Home ValueN/A
Rent$1,408
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain31.3 in/yr
Sunny Days334/yr
Elevation89 ft (27 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.1%
Population918
Elevation89 ft (27 m)
Coordinates-33.8437°, 151.2075°
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceNew South Wales
Average Temperature63°F (17°C)
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average54°F (12°C)
Annual Precipitation31.3 inches (795 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$53,472
Median Age43.0 years

Is Lavender Bay a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lavender Bay receives an overall livability score of 3.6 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. Lavender Bay offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lavender Bay is $53,472, 29% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.9%, 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 $1,408 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163.

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

Lavender Bay enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 54°F in July. With 334 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 31.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Lavender Bay has a population of 918. 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

918
Total Population
43.0yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg

Race & Ethnicity

Lavender Bay vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Lavender Bay vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lavender Bay is $53,472, which is 29% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $53,472 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 4.9% (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: Lavender Bay vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$53,472
29% below US avg
Per Capita Income$53,472

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.9%
36% 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 $1,408 (21% above the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,408
21% above US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied41.4%

Property Tax

In Lavender Bay, 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: Lavender Bay 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

Lavender Bay enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 54°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 334 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 31.3 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 89 feet.

Temperature

70°F Jan (21°C) 54°F Jul (12°C)
Annual Average63.1°F
17% above US avg
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average54°F (12°C)
Sunny Days334 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall31.3 inches
18% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.9%

Geography

Elevation89 ft (27 m)
Coordinates-33.8437°N, 151.2075°W
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 70°F (21°C) 5.2 in
February 73°F (23°C) 5.0 in Warmest
March 70°F (21°C) 5.8 in Wettest
April 66°F (19°C) 4.8 in
May 61°F (16°C) 4.1 in
June 56°F (13°C) 4.7 in
July 54°F (12°C) 2.8 in Coldest, Driest
August 56°F (13°C) 3.3 in
September 60°F (15°C) 2.8 in
October 64°F (18°C) 3.2 in
November 67°F (19°C) 3.7 in
December 71°F (22°C) 3.2 in

Lavender Bay has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F — from 54°F in July to 73°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 48.8 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.8") and July the driest (2.8").

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 Lavender Bay

What is the population of Lavender Bay?

Lavender Bay has a population of 918 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 Lavender Bay expensive to live in?

Lavender Bay 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 $53,472, 29% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $1,408 per month, above the national average of $1,163.

What is the weather like in Lavender Bay?

Lavender Bay enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 54°F in July. The area receives 334 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Lavender Bay?

Lavender Bay has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.9%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in Lavender Bay?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,408.

How are the schools in Lavender Bay?

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

How healthy is Lavender Bay?

The obesity rate in Lavender Bay 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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