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Maitland, Australia

South Australia · 🇦🇺 Australia

Maitland is a small town in South Australia, Australia with a population of 1,222. Elevation: 630 ft (192 m). Average temperature: 61°F (16°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
1,222 Population
630 ft Elevation 192 meters
61°F Avg Temperature 16°C
17.2 in Annual Rain
Australia / Adelaide 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

Population1,222
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 Temp61°F (16°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain17.2 in/yr
Sunny Days305/yr
Elevation630 ft (192 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.1%
Population1,222
Elevation630 ft (192 m)
Coordinates-34.3739°, 137.6733°
TimezoneAustralia/Adelaide
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceSouth Australia
Average Temperature61°F (16°C)
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average51°F (11°C)
Annual Precipitation17.2 inches (437 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age37.5 years

Is Maitland a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Maitland 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. Maitland 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

Maitland enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 51°F in July. With 305 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 17.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Maitland has a population of 1,222. 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

1,222
Total Population
37.5yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg

Race & Ethnicity

Maitland vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Maitland vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Maitland 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: Maitland 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 Maitland, 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: Maitland 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

Maitland enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 51°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 305 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 17.2 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 630 feet.

Temperature

72°F Jan (22°C) 51°F Jul (11°C)
Annual Average61.4°F
14% above US avg
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average51°F (11°C)
Sunny Days305 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall17.2 inches
55% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.9%

Geography

Elevation630 ft (192 m)
Coordinates-34.3739°N, 137.6733°W
TimezoneAustralia/Adelaide

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temp Precipitation
Jan 72°F (22°C)
0.6"
Feb 73°F (23°C)
0.6"
Mar 69°F (20°C)
0.8"
Apr 63°F (17°C)
1.2"
May 57°F (14°C)
1.7"
Jun 53°F (11°C)
2.2"
Jul 51°F (11°C)
2.4"
Aug 52°F (11°C)
2.2"
Sep 55°F (13°C)
2.1"
Oct 59°F (15°C)
1.6"
Nov 65°F (18°C)
0.9"
Dec 69°F (20°C)
0.9"

The warmest month is February at 73°F, while the coldest is July at 51°F — a seasonal swing of 22°F. July sees the most rain (2.4"), while February is the driest (0.6").

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

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