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Lower Portland, Australia

New South Wales · 🇦🇺 Australia

Lower Portland is a small town in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 574. Elevation: 30 ft (9 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
574 Population
30 ft Elevation 9 meters
63°F Avg Temperature 17°C
31.0 in Annual Rain
Australia / Sydney Timezone
$26,634 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$26,634 median income, 2.0% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.0 / 5.0
$1,127/mo rent
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $26,634
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 35.0%
4% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,127
3% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.2%
6% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.0%
44% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.0%
92% lower than US avg

People

Population574
Median Age46.0 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / FemaleN/A

Economy

B+
Median Income$26,634
Per Capita$26,634
Unemployment2.0%
Poverty1.0%

Housing

F
Home ValueN/A
Rent$1,127
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain31.0 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation30 ft (9 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.1%
Population574
Elevation30 ft (9 m)
Coordinates-33.4500°, 150.8833°
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceNew South Wales
Average Temperature63°F (17°C)
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average54°F (12°C)
Annual Precipitation31.0 inches (788 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$26,634
Median Age46.0 years

Is Lower Portland a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lower Portland receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Lower Portland has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lower Portland is $26,634, 65% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.0%. 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 $1,127 per month.

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

Lower Portland 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 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 31.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Lower Portland has a population of 574. The median age is 46.0 years, 18% 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

574
Total Population
46.0yrs
Median Age
18% above US avg

Race & Ethnicity

Lower Portland vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Lower Portland vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lower Portland is $26,634, which is 65% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $26,634 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 2.0% (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: Lower Portland vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$26,634
65% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,634

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.0%
44% 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 $1,127 (3% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,127
3% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied92.5%

Property Tax

In Lower Portland, 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: Lower Portland 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

Lower Portland 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 330 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 31.0 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 30 feet, near sea level.

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 Days330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

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

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.9%

Geography

Elevation30 ft (9 m)
Coordinates-33.4500°N, 150.8833°W
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 70°F (21°C) 4.6 in Wettest
February 72°F (22°C) 4.6 in Warmest
March 69°F (21°C) 4.5 in
April 64°F (18°C) 2.8 in
May 58°F (15°C) 2.9 in
June 53°F (12°C) 2.4 in Coldest
July 54°F (12°C) 1.6 in Driest
August 54°F (12°C) 2.1 in
September 58°F (15°C) 2.1 in
October 63°F (17°C) 2.7 in
November 66°F (19°C) 3.4 in
December 70°F (21°C) 3.0 in

Lower Portland has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F — from 53°F in June to 72°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 36.7 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.6") and July 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

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.1%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Lower Portland

What is the population of Lower Portland?

Lower Portland has a population of 574 residents and is located in Australia.. The median age of residents is 46.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Lower Portland expensive to live in?

Lower Portland 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 $26,634, 65% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $1,127 per month.

What is the weather like in Lower Portland?

Lower Portland 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 330 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Lower Portland?

The job market in Lower Portland is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.0% — well below the national rate of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in Lower Portland?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,127.

How are the schools in Lower Portland?

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

How healthy is Lower Portland?

The obesity rate in Lower Portland 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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