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Mount Helena, Australia

Western Australia · 🇦🇺 Australia

Mount Helena is a small town in Western Australia, Australia with a population of 3,070. Elevation: 925 ft (282 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
3,070 Population 277/sq mi density
925 ft Elevation 282 meters
64°F Avg Temperature 18°C
22.0 in Annual Rain
Australia / Perth 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

Population3,070
Median Age37.5 yrs
Density277/mi²
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 Temp64°F (18°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain22.0 in/yr
Sunny Days343/yr
Elevation925 ft (282 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.1%
Population3,070
Population Density277 / sq mi
Elevation925 ft (282 m)
Coordinates-31.8761°, 116.2103°
TimezoneAustralia/Perth
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceWestern Australia
Average Temperature64°F (18°C)
January Average76°F (24°C)
July Average53°F (12°C)
Annual Precipitation22.0 inches (560 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age37.5 years

Is Mount Helena a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mount Helena 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 Helena 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 Helena enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 76°F in January while summers reach 53°F in July. With 343 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 22.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Mount Helena has a population of 3,070 with a density of 277 people per square mile, spread across 11.1 square miles. 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

3,070
Total Population
277
People / sq mi
37.5yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
11.1mi²
Land Area

Race & Ethnicity

Mount Helena vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Mount Helena vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mount Helena 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 Helena 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 Helena, 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 Helena 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 Helena enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 76°F in January while summers reach 53°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 343 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 22.0 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 925 feet.

Temperature

76°F Jan (24°C) 53°F Jul (12°C)
Annual Average63.7°F
18% above US avg
January Average76°F (24°C)
July Average53°F (12°C)
Sunny Days343 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall22.0 inches
42% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.9%

Geography

Elevation925 ft (282 m)
Area11.1 sq mi (28.7 km²)
Population Density277/sq mi
Coordinates-31.8761°N, 116.2103°W
TimezoneAustralia/Perth

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 76°F (24°C) 0.6 in Warmest
February 74°F (24°C) 0.7 in
March 71°F (22°C) 0.8 in
April 65°F (18°C) 1.6 in
May 58°F (15°C) 4.1 in
June 54°F (12°C) 6.3 in
July 53°F (12°C) 6.6 in Wettest
August 53°F (11°C) 5.2 in Coldest
September 55°F (13°C) 3.6 in
October 58°F (15°C) 2.1 in
November 64°F (18°C) 1.1 in
December 70°F (21°C) 0.4 in Driest

Mount Helena has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F — from 53°F in August to 76°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 33.2 inches, with July being the wettest month (6.6") and December the driest (0.4").

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

Population Density277/sq mi
Total Area11.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.1%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Mount Helena

What is the population of Mount Helena?

Mount Helena has a population of 3,070 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 277 people per square mile, spread across 11.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 37.5 years.

Is Mount Helena expensive to live in?

Mount Helena 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 Helena?

Mount Helena enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 53°F in July. The area receives 343 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 22.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Mount Helena?

Mount Helena 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 Helena?

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

How healthy is Mount Helena?

The obesity rate in Mount Helena 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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