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Penola, Australia

South Australia · 🇦🇺 Australia

Penola is a small town in South Australia, Australia with a population of 1,376. Elevation: 203 ft (62 m). Average temperature: 57°F (14°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
1,376 Population
203 ft Elevation 62 meters
57°F Avg Temperature 14°C
26.2 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

Population1,376
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 Temp57°F (14°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain26.2 in/yr
Sunny Days288/yr
Elevation203 ft (62 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.1%
Population1,376
Elevation203 ft (62 m)
Coordinates-37.3752°, 140.8368°
TimezoneAustralia/Adelaide
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceSouth Australia
Average Temperature57°F (14°C)
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average49°F (9°C)
Annual Precipitation26.2 inches (665 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age37.5 years

Is Penola a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Penola 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. Penola 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

Penola enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 66°F in January while summers reach 49°F in July. With 288 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 26.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Penola has a population of 1,376. 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

1,376
Total Population
37.5yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg

Race & Ethnicity

Penola vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Penola vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Penola 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: Penola 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 Penola, 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: Penola 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

Penola enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 66°F in January while summers reach 49°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 288 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 26.2 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 203 feet.

Temperature

66°F Jan (19°C) 49°F Jul (9°C)
Annual Average57.1°F
6% above US avg
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average49°F (9°C)
Sunny Days288 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall26.2 inches
31% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.9%

Geography

Elevation203 ft (62 m)
Coordinates-37.3752°N, 140.8368°W
TimezoneAustralia/Adelaide
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

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