Lithgow, Australia

Full City Profile

2.4 /5.0

C Fair

5,125 Population 3/sq mi density

3,005 ft Elevation 916 meters

54°F Avg Temperature 12°C

Overall

2.4 / 5.0

Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

C+

Economy

2.5 / 5.0

$20,348 median income, 6.1% unemployment

Affordability

2.3 / 5.0

$157,800 home value, $789/mo rent

Lithgow, Australia

At a Glance

Median Income

$20,348

73% below

$20,348 per capita

Home Value

$157,800

44% below

Median Rent

$789/mo

32% below

Unemployment

6.1%

69% above

Avg Temperature

54°F

323 sunny days/yr

Is Lithgow a Good Place to Live?

2.4 / 5.0 - Fair

Based on economy, affordability, safety, and education metrics compared to national averages.

Economy & Jobs

Lithgow residents earn a median household income of $20,348 , which is 73% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $20,348. The unemployment rate stands at 6.1% (69% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). The area is home to 487 business establishments.

Housing & Cost of Living

The median home value in Lithgow is $157,800 , 44% below the national median of $281,900. Median rent is $789/month.

Climate & Weather

Lithgow has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 63°F in January while summers reach 44°F in July. The area gets 323 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 21.3 inches.

Data Overview

People

Population5,125

Median Age49.0 yrs

Density3/mi²

Foreign Born12.5%

Economy

C+

Median Income$20,348

Per Capita$20,348

Unemployment6.1%

Poverty

Avg Weekly Wage$391

Housing

Home Value$157,800

Rent$789

Ownership64.1%

Housing Units2,050

Climate

Avg Temp54°F

Sunny Days323/yr

Rain21.3 in/yr

Elevation3,005 ft

Did You Know?

12.5% of residents are foreign-born.