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Port Hughes, Australia

South Australia · 🇦🇺 Australia

Port Hughes is a small town in South Australia, Australia with a population of 568. Elevation: 69 ft (21 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
568 Population
69 ft Elevation 21 meters
63°F Avg Temperature 17°C
17.6 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

Population568
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)
Rain17.6 in/yr
Sunny Days333/yr
Elevation69 ft (21 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.1%
Population568
Elevation69 ft (21 m)
Coordinates-34.0833°, 137.5500°
TimezoneAustralia/Adelaide
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceSouth Australia
Average Temperature63°F (17°C)
January Average74°F (23°C)
July Average53°F (12°C)
Annual Precipitation17.6 inches (447 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age37.5 years

Is Port Hughes a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Port Hughes 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. Port Hughes 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

Port Hughes enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 74°F in January while summers reach 53°F in July. With 333 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 17.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Port Hughes has a population of 568. 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

568
Total Population
37.5yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg

Race & Ethnicity

Port Hughes vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Port Hughes vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Port Hughes 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: Port Hughes 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 Port Hughes, 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: Port Hughes 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

Port Hughes enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 74°F in January while summers reach 53°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 333 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 17.6 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 69 feet.

Temperature

74°F Jan (23°C) 53°F Jul (12°C)
Annual Average62.8°F
16% above US avg
January Average74°F (23°C)
July Average53°F (12°C)
Sunny Days333 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall17.6 inches
54% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.9%

Geography

Elevation69 ft (21 m)
Coordinates-34.0833°N, 137.5500°W
TimezoneAustralia/Adelaide

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 74°F (23°C) 0.6 in Driest
February 74°F (23°C) 0.6 in Warmest
March 70°F (21°C) 0.7 in
April 64°F (18°C) 1.1 in
May 59°F (15°C) 1.5 in
June 54°F (12°C) 1.9 in Wettest
July 53°F (12°C) 1.9 in Coldest
August 54°F (12°C) 1.7 in
September 57°F (14°C) 1.7 in
October 62°F (16°C) 1.3 in
November 66°F (19°C) 0.9 in
December 70°F (21°C) 0.7 in

Port Hughes has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F — from 53°F in July to 74°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 14.5 inches, with June being the wettest month (1.9") and January the driest (0.6").

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 Port Hughes

What is the population of Port Hughes?

Port Hughes has a population of 568 residents and is located in Australia.. The median age of residents is 37.5 years.

Is Port Hughes expensive to live in?

Port Hughes 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 Port Hughes?

Port Hughes enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 74°F in January, while summers reach an average of 53°F in July. The area receives 333 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 17.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Port Hughes?

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

How are the schools in Port Hughes?

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

How healthy is Port Hughes?

The obesity rate in Port Hughes 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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