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Peak Hill, Australia

New South Wales · 🇦🇺 Australia

Peak Hill is a small town in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 768. Elevation: 942 ft (287 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
768 Population
942 ft Elevation 287 meters
63°F Avg Temperature 17°C
23.9 in Annual Rain
Australia / Sydney Timezone
$17,001 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.2 / 5.0
$17,001 median income, 9.8% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.8 / 5.0
$521/mo rent
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $17,001
77% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 35.0%
4% higher than US avg
Median Rent $521
55% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.2%
6% lower than US avg
Unemployment 9.8%
172% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.0%
92% lower than US avg

People

Population768
Median Age48.0 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / FemaleN/A

Economy

C
Median Income$17,001
Per Capita$17,001
Unemployment9.8%
Poverty1.0%

Housing

C+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$521
OwnershipN/A

Health

Obesity30.2%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking9.6%
Depression11.7%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain23.9 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation942 ft (287 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.1%
Population768
Elevation942 ft (287 m)
Coordinates-32.7239°, 148.1905°
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceNew South Wales
Average Temperature63°F (17°C)
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average48°F (9°C)
Annual Precipitation23.9 inches (606 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$17,001
Median Age48.0 years

Is Peak Hill a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Peak Hill receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Peak Hill has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Peak Hill is $17,001, 77% below the national average of $75,149. At 9.8%, unemployment is notably high. Only 1.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $521 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

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

Peak Hill enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 48°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 23.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Peak Hill has a population of 768. The median age is 48.0 years, 23% older 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

768
Total Population
48.0yrs
Median Age
23% above US avg

Race & Ethnicity

Peak Hill vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Peak Hill vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Peak Hill is $17,001, which is 77% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $17,001 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 9.8% (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: Peak Hill vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$17,001
77% below US avg
Per Capita Income$17,001

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.8%
172% 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

Monthly rent averages $521 (55% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$521
55% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied70.2%

Property Tax

In Peak Hill, 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: Peak Hill 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

Peak Hill enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 48°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 293 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 23.9 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 942 feet.

Temperature

77°F Jan (25°C) 48°F Jul (9°C)
Annual Average62.6°F
16% above US avg
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average48°F (9°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall23.9 inches
37% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.9%

Geography

Elevation942 ft (287 m)
Coordinates-32.7239°N, 148.1905°W
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 77°F (25°C) 2.7 in Warmest, Wettest
February 76°F (25°C) 2.1 in
March 71°F (22°C) 1.9 in
April 63°F (17°C) 1.8 in
May 57°F (14°C) 2.1 in
June 50°F (10°C) 1.4 in Driest
July 48°F (9°C) 2.0 in Coldest
August 50°F (10°C) 1.9 in
September 55°F (13°C) 1.9 in
October 62°F (17°C) 2.2 in
November 68°F (20°C) 2.1 in
December 74°F (23°C) 2.0 in

Peak Hill has a seasonal temperature swing of 28°F — from 48°F in July to 77°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 23.9 inches, with January being the wettest month (2.7") and June the driest (1.4").

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

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.1%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Peak Hill

What is the population of Peak Hill?

Peak Hill has a population of 768 residents and is located in Australia.. The median age of residents is 48.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Peak Hill expensive to live in?

Peak Hill is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 89.6 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $17,001, 77% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $521 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

What is the weather like in Peak Hill?

Peak Hill enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 48°F in July. The area receives 293 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 23.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Peak Hill?

The job market in Peak Hill faces challenges, with unemployment at 9.8% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in Peak Hill?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $521.

How are the schools in Peak Hill?

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

How healthy is Peak Hill?

The obesity rate in Peak Hill 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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