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Malua Bay, Australia

New South Wales · 🇦🇺 Australia

Malua Bay is a small town in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 1,844. Elevation: 56 ft (17 m). Average temperature: 60°F (16°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
1,844 Population
56 ft Elevation 17 meters
60°F Avg Temperature 16°C
41.1 in Annual Rain
Australia / Sydney 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

Population1,844
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 Temp60°F (16°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain41.1 in/yr
Sunny Days317/yr
Elevation56 ft (17 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.1%
Population1,844
Elevation56 ft (17 m)
Coordinates-35.7938°, 150.2283°
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceNew South Wales
Average Temperature60°F (16°C)
January Average67°F (20°C)
July Average52°F (11°C)
Annual Precipitation41.1 inches (1,045 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age37.5 years

Is Malua Bay a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Malua Bay 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. Malua Bay 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

Malua Bay enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 67°F in January while summers reach 52°F in July. With 317 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 41.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Malua Bay has a population of 1,844. 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

1,844
Total Population
37.5yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg

Race & Ethnicity

Malua Bay vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Malua Bay vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Malua Bay 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: Malua Bay 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 Malua 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: Malua 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

Malua Bay enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 67°F in January while summers reach 52°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 317 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 41.1 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 56 feet.

Temperature

67°F Jan (20°C) 52°F Jul (11°C)
Annual Average60.4°F
12% above US avg
January Average67°F (20°C)
July Average52°F (11°C)
Sunny Days317 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.1 inches
8% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.9%

Geography

Elevation56 ft (17 m)
Coordinates-35.7938°N, 150.2283°W
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 67°F (20°C) 3.7 in
February 69°F (21°C) 4.4 in Warmest
March 67°F (19°C) 5.2 in Wettest
April 63°F (17°C) 4.1 in
May 58°F (15°C) 3.6 in
June 54°F (12°C) 4.1 in
July 52°F (11°C) 1.9 in Coldest, Driest
August 54°F (12°C) 2.4 in
September 57°F (14°C) 2.7 in
October 60°F (16°C) 3.8 in
November 63°F (17°C) 3.9 in
December 66°F (19°C) 3.2 in

Malua Bay has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F — from 52°F in July to 69°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 43.0 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.2") and July 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 Malua Bay

What is the population of Malua Bay?

Malua Bay has a population of 1,844 residents and is located in Australia.. The median age of residents is 37.5 years.

Is Malua Bay expensive to live in?

Malua Bay 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 Malua Bay?

Malua Bay enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 67°F in January, while summers reach an average of 52°F in July. The area receives 317 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 41.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Malua Bay?

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

How are the schools in Malua Bay?

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

How healthy is Malua Bay?

The obesity rate in Malua 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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