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Placid Hills, Australia

Queensland · 🇦🇺 Australia

Placid Hills is a small town in Queensland, Australia with a population of 799. Elevation: 443 ft (135 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
799 Population
443 ft Elevation 135 meters
64°F Avg Temperature 18°C
30.8 in Annual Rain
Australia / Brisbane 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

Population799
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 Temp64°F (18°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain30.8 in/yr
Sunny Days332/yr
Elevation443 ft (135 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.1%
Population799
Elevation443 ft (135 m)
Coordinates-27.5613°, 152.2325°
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceQueensland
Average Temperature64°F (18°C)
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average54°F (12°C)
Annual Precipitation30.8 inches (782 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age37.5 years

Is Placid Hills a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Placid Hills 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. Placid Hills 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

Placid Hills enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 54°F in July. With 332 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 30.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Placid Hills has a population of 799. 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

799
Total Population
37.5yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg

Race & Ethnicity

Placid Hills vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Placid Hills vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Placid Hills 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: Placid Hills 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 Placid Hills, 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: Placid Hills 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

Placid Hills enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 54°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 332 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 30.8 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 443 feet.

Temperature

72°F Jan (22°C) 54°F Jul (12°C)
Annual Average64.3°F
19% above US avg
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average54°F (12°C)
Sunny Days332 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall30.8 inches
19% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.9%

Geography

Elevation443 ft (135 m)
Coordinates-27.5613°N, 152.2325°W
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 72°F (22°C) 4.6 in Wettest
February 76°F (24°C) 4.3 in Warmest
March 74°F (23°C) 2.6 in
April 69°F (20°C) 2.2 in
May 63°F (17°C) 2.4 in
June 57°F (14°C) 1.2 in
July 54°F (12°C) 1.5 in Coldest
August 57°F (14°C) 1.0 in Driest
September 63°F (17°C) 1.3 in
October 68°F (20°C) 2.6 in
November 72°F (22°C) 3.5 in
December 75°F (24°C) 4.5 in

Placid Hills has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F — from 54°F in July to 76°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 31.9 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.6") and August the driest (1.0").

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 Placid Hills

What is the population of Placid Hills?

Placid Hills has a population of 799 residents and is located in Australia.. The median age of residents is 37.5 years.

Is Placid Hills expensive to live in?

Placid Hills 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 Placid Hills?

Placid Hills enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 54°F in July. The area receives 332 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 30.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Placid Hills?

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

How are the schools in Placid Hills?

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

How healthy is Placid Hills?

The obesity rate in Placid Hills 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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