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Meadow Heights, Australia

Victoria · 🇦🇺 Australia

Meadow Heights is a small city in Victoria, Australia with a population of 14,890. Elevation: 449 ft (137 m). Average temperature: 56°F (13°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
14,890 Population
449 ft Elevation 137 meters
56°F Avg Temperature 13°C
31.9 in Annual Rain
Australia / Melbourne 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

Population14,890
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 Temp56°F (13°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain31.9 in/yr
Sunny Days287/yr
Elevation449 ft (137 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.1%
Population14,890
Elevation449 ft (137 m)
Coordinates-37.6512°, 144.9186°
TimezoneAustralia/Melbourne
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceVictoria
Average Temperature56°F (13°C)
January Average67°F (19°C)
July Average48°F (9°C)
Annual Precipitation31.9 inches (811 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.1 inches (0 cm)
Median Age37.5 years

Is Meadow Heights a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Meadow Heights 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. Meadow Heights 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

Meadow Heights enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 67°F in January while summers reach 48°F in July. With 287 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 31.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Meadow Heights has a population of 14,890. 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

14,890
Total Population
37.5yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg

Race & Ethnicity

Meadow Heights vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Meadow Heights vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Meadow Heights 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: Meadow Heights 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 Meadow Heights, 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: Meadow Heights 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

Meadow Heights enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 67°F in January while summers reach 48°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 287 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 31.9 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 449 feet.

Temperature

67°F Jan (19°C) 48°F Jul (9°C)
Annual Average56.0°F
4% above US avg
January Average67°F (19°C)
July Average48°F (9°C)
Sunny Days287 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall31.9 inches
16% below US avg
Snowfall0.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.9%

Geography

Elevation449 ft (137 m)
Coordinates-37.6512°N, 144.9186°W
TimezoneAustralia/Melbourne

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 67°F (19°C) 2.1 in
February 69°F (20°C) 1.7 in Warmest, Driest
March 65°F (18°C) 1.7 in
April 58°F (15°C) 2.1 in
May 53°F (12°C) 2.0 in
June 48°F (9°C) 2.0 in
July 48°F (9°C) 1.7 in Coldest
August 49°F (9°C) 2.2 in
September 51°F (11°C) 2.3 in
October 56°F (13°C) 2.6 in Wettest
November 60°F (15°C) 2.6 in
December 64°F (18°C) 2.2 in

Meadow Heights has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F — from 48°F in July to 69°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 25.1 inches, with October being the wettest month (2.6") and February the driest (1.7").

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 Meadow Heights

What is the population of Meadow Heights?

Meadow Heights has a population of 14,890 residents and is located in Australia.. The median age of residents is 37.5 years.

Is Meadow Heights expensive to live in?

Meadow Heights 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 Meadow Heights?

Meadow Heights enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 67°F in January, while summers reach an average of 48°F in July. The area receives 287 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Meadow Heights?

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

How are the schools in Meadow Heights?

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

How healthy is Meadow Heights?

The obesity rate in Meadow Heights 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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