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Red Rock, Australia

New South Wales · 🇦🇺 Australia

Red Rock is a small town in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 520. Elevation: 26 ft (8 m). Average temperature: 66°F (19°C).

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
520 Population
26 ft Elevation 8 meters
66°F Avg Temperature 19°C
31.1 in Annual Rain
Australia / Sydney Timezone
$19,705 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$19,705 median income, 1.9% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.0 / 5.0
$901/mo rent
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $19,705
74% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 35.0%
4% higher than US avg
Median Rent $901
23% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.2%
6% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.9%
47% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.0%
92% lower than US avg

People

Population520
Median Age55.0 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / FemaleN/A

Economy

B
Median Income$19,705
Per Capita$19,705
Unemployment1.9%
Poverty1.0%

Housing

F
Home ValueN/A
Rent$901
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp66°F (19°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain31.1 in/yr
Sunny Days335/yr
Elevation26 ft (8 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.1%
Population520
Elevation26 ft (8 m)
Coordinates-29.9845°, 153.2262°
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceNew South Wales
Average Temperature66°F (19°C)
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Annual Precipitation31.1 inches (791 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$19,705
Median Age55.0 years

Is Red Rock a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Red Rock receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Red Rock has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Red Rock is $19,705, 74% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.9%. 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 $901 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

Red Rock enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July. With 335 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 31.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Red Rock has a population of 520. The median age is 55.0 years, 41% 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

520
Total Population
55.0yrs
Median Age
41% above US avg

Race & Ethnicity

Red Rock vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Red Rock vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Red Rock is $19,705, which is 74% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $19,705 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 1.9% (below 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: Red Rock vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$19,705
74% below US avg
Per Capita Income$19,705

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.9%
47% below 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 $901 (23% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$901
23% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied78.3%

Property Tax

In Red Rock, 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: Red Rock 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

Red Rock enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 335 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 31.1 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 26 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

73°F Jan (23°C) 57°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average66.0°F
22% above US avg
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Sunny Days335 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall31.1 inches
18% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.9%

Geography

Elevation26 ft (8 m)
Coordinates-29.9845°N, 153.2262°W
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 73°F (23°C) 5.4 in
February 74°F (23°C) 6.3 in Warmest
March 72°F (22°C) 7.1 in Wettest
April 68°F (20°C) 5.4 in
May 63°F (17°C) 6.3 in
June 58°F (15°C) 4.1 in
July 57°F (14°C) 2.5 in Coldest
August 58°F (14°C) 1.8 in Driest
September 62°F (17°C) 1.9 in
October 66°F (19°C) 3.1 in
November 69°F (21°C) 4.5 in
December 72°F (22°C) 4.8 in

Red Rock has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F — from 57°F in July to 74°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 53.3 inches, with March being the wettest month (7.1") and August the driest (1.8").

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 Red Rock

What is the population of Red Rock?

Red Rock has a population of 520 residents and is located in Australia.. The median age of residents is 55.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Red Rock expensive to live in?

Red Rock 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 $19,705, 74% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $901 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

What is the weather like in Red Rock?

Red Rock enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 57°F in July. The area receives 335 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Red Rock?

The job market in Red Rock is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.9% — well below the national rate of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in Red Rock?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $901.

How are the schools in Red Rock?

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

How healthy is Red Rock?

The obesity rate in Red Rock 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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