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Penfield, Australia

South Australia · 🇦🇺 Australia

Penfield is a small town in South Australia, Australia with a population of 792. Elevation: 82 ft (25 m). Average temperature: 62°F (17°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
792 Population
82 ft Elevation 25 meters
62°F Avg Temperature 17°C
18.3 in Annual Rain
Australia / Adelaide 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

Population792
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 Temp62°F (17°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain18.3 in/yr
Sunny Days320/yr
Elevation82 ft (25 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.1%
Population792
Elevation82 ft (25 m)
Coordinates-34.6950°, 138.6401°
TimezoneAustralia/Adelaide
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceSouth Australia
Average Temperature62°F (17°C)
January Average74°F (23°C)
July Average52°F (11°C)
Annual Precipitation18.3 inches (464 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age37.5 years

Is Penfield a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Penfield 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. Penfield 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

Penfield enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 74°F in January while summers reach 52°F in July. With 320 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 18.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Penfield has a population of 792. 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

792
Total Population
37.5yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg

Race & Ethnicity

Penfield vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Penfield vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Penfield 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: Penfield 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 Penfield, 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: Penfield 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

Penfield enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 74°F in January while summers reach 52°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 320 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 18.3 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 82 feet.

Temperature

74°F Jan (23°C) 52°F Jul (11°C)
Annual Average62.0°F
15% above US avg
January Average74°F (23°C)
July Average52°F (11°C)
Sunny Days320 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall18.3 inches
52% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.9%

Geography

Elevation82 ft (25 m)
Coordinates-34.6950°N, 138.6401°W
TimezoneAustralia/Adelaide

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 74°F (23°C) 0.8 in Warmest
February 73°F (23°C) 0.7 in Driest
March 69°F (20°C) 0.9 in
April 63°F (17°C) 1.5 in
May 58°F (14°C) 2.0 in
June 53°F (12°C) 2.3 in
July 52°F (11°C) 2.4 in Coldest, Wettest
August 53°F (12°C) 2.2 in
September 57°F (14°C) 2.1 in
October 61°F (16°C) 1.8 in
November 66°F (19°C) 1.1 in
December 70°F (21°C) 1.0 in

Penfield has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F — from 52°F in July to 74°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 18.7 inches, with July being the wettest month (2.4") and February the driest (0.7").

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 Penfield

What is the population of Penfield?

Penfield has a population of 792 residents and is located in Australia.. The median age of residents is 37.5 years.

Is Penfield expensive to live in?

Penfield 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 Penfield?

Penfield enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 74°F in January, while summers reach an average of 52°F in July. The area receives 320 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 18.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Penfield?

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

How are the schools in Penfield?

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

How healthy is Penfield?

The obesity rate in Penfield 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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