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Mount Kuring-Gai, Australia

New South Wales · 🇦🇺 Australia

Mount Kuring-Gai is a small town in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 1,693. Elevation: 699 ft (213 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
1,693 Population
699 ft Elevation 213 meters
63°F Avg Temperature 17°C
31.0 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

Population1,693
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 Temp63°F (17°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain31.0 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation699 ft (213 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.1%
Population1,693
Elevation699 ft (213 m)
Coordinates-33.6420°, 151.1287°
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceNew South Wales
Average Temperature63°F (17°C)
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average54°F (12°C)
Annual Precipitation31.0 inches (788 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age37.5 years

Is Mount Kuring-Gai a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mount Kuring-Gai 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 Kuring-Gai 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 Kuring-Gai enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 54°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 31.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Mount Kuring-Gai has a population of 1,693. 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

1,693
Total Population
37.5yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg

Race & Ethnicity

Mount Kuring-Gai vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Mount Kuring-Gai vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mount Kuring-Gai 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 Kuring-Gai 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 Kuring-Gai, 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 Kuring-Gai 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 Kuring-Gai enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 54°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 330 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 31.0 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 699 feet.

Temperature

70°F Jan (21°C) 54°F Jul (12°C)
Annual Average63.1°F
17% above US avg
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average54°F (12°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall31.0 inches
18% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.9%

Geography

Elevation699 ft (213 m)
Coordinates-33.6420°N, 151.1287°W
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 70°F (21°C) 5.4 in Wettest
February 71°F (22°C) 5.2 in Warmest
March 68°F (20°C) 5.3 in
April 63°F (17°C) 4.0 in
May 58°F (15°C) 3.6 in
June 53°F (12°C) 3.6 in Coldest
July 54°F (12°C) 2.1 in Driest
August 53°F (12°C) 2.6 in
September 58°F (14°C) 2.4 in
October 62°F (17°C) 3.2 in
November 65°F (18°C) 3.7 in
December 69°F (21°C) 3.3 in

Mount Kuring-Gai has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F — from 53°F in June to 71°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 44.3 inches, with January being the wettest month (5.4") and July the driest (2.1").

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 Kuring-Gai

What is the population of Mount Kuring-Gai?

Mount Kuring-Gai has a population of 1,693 residents and is located in Australia.. The median age of residents is 37.5 years.

Is Mount Kuring-Gai expensive to live in?

Mount Kuring-Gai 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 Kuring-Gai?

Mount Kuring-Gai enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 54°F in July. The area receives 330 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Mount Kuring-Gai?

Mount Kuring-Gai 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 Kuring-Gai?

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

How healthy is Mount Kuring-Gai?

The obesity rate in Mount Kuring-Gai 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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