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Mount Buller, Australia

Victoria · 🇦🇺 Australia

Mount Buller is a small town in Victoria, Australia with a population of 2,568. Elevation: 5,627 ft (1,715 m). Average temperature: 49°F (10°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
2,568 Population
5,627 ft Elevation 1,715 meters
49°F Avg Temperature 10°C
53.3 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

Population2,568
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 Temp49°F (10°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain53.3 in/yr
Sunny Days239/yr
Elevation5,627 ft (1,715 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.1%
Population2,568
Elevation5,627 ft (1,715 m)
Coordinates-37.1460°, 146.4369°
TimezoneAustralia/Melbourne
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceVictoria
Average Temperature49°F (10°C)
January Average61°F (16°C)
July Average38°F (3°C)
Annual Precipitation53.3 inches (1,353 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age37.5 years

Is Mount Buller a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mount Buller 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. Mount Buller 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

Mount Buller experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 61°F in January while summers reach 38°F in July. The area gets 239 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 53.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Mount Buller has a population of 2,568. 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

2,568
Total Population
37.5yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg

Race & Ethnicity

Mount Buller vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Mount Buller vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mount Buller 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: Mount Buller 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 Mount Buller, 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: Mount Buller 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

Mount Buller experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 61°F in January while summers reach 38°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 239 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 53.3 inches (wetter 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 5,627 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

61°F Jan (16°C) 38°F Jul (3°C)
Annual Average49.3°F
9% below US avg
January Average61°F (16°C)
July Average38°F (3°C)
Sunny Days239 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall53.3 inches
40% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.9%

Geography

Elevation5,627 ft (1,715 m)
Coordinates-37.1460°N, 146.4369°W
TimezoneAustralia/Melbourne

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 61°F (16°C) 2.9 in
February 62°F (17°C) 2.2 in Warmest, Driest
March 58°F (14°C) 2.6 in
April 51°F (11°C) 3.7 in
May 46°F (8°C) 5.2 in
June 40°F (5°C) 5.5 in
July 38°F (3°C) 6.5 in Coldest
August 39°F (4°C) 6.7 in Wettest
September 42°F (6°C) 5.8 in
October 47°F (8°C) 5.0 in
November 52°F (11°C) 3.9 in
December 57°F (14°C) 3.3 in

Mount Buller has a seasonal temperature swing of 24°F — from 38°F in July to 62°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 53.3 inches, with August being the wettest month (6.7") and February the driest (2.2").

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 Mount Buller

What is the population of Mount Buller?

Mount Buller has a population of 2,568 residents and is located in Australia.. The median age of residents is 37.5 years.

Is Mount Buller expensive to live in?

Mount Buller 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 Mount Buller?

Mount Buller has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 61°F in January, while summers reach an average of 38°F in July. The area receives 239 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 53.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Mount Buller?

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

How are the schools in Mount Buller?

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

How healthy is Mount Buller?

The obesity rate in Mount Buller 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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