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Richmond, Australia

Tasmania · 🇦🇺 Australia

Richmond is a small town in Tasmania, Australia with a population of 1,474. Elevation: 69 ft (21 m). Average temperature: 49°F (9°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
1,474 Population
69 ft Elevation 21 meters
49°F Avg Temperature 9°C
24.5 in Annual Rain
Australia / Hobart 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

Population1,474
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 Temp49°F (9°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain24.5 in/yr
Sunny Days300/yr
Elevation69 ft (21 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.1%
Population1,474
Elevation69 ft (21 m)
Coordinates-42.7355°, 147.4383°
TimezoneAustralia/Hobart
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceTasmania
Average Temperature49°F (9°C)
January Average58°F (14°C)
July Average44°F (7°C)
Annual Precipitation24.5 inches (623 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.9 inches (2 cm)
Median Age37.5 years

Is Richmond a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Richmond 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. Richmond 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

Richmond experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 58°F in January while summers reach 44°F in July. With 300 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 24.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Richmond has a population of 1,474. 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

1,474
Total Population
37.5yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg

Race & Ethnicity

Richmond vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Richmond vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Richmond 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: Richmond 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 Richmond, 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: Richmond 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

Richmond experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 58°F in January while summers reach 44°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 300 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 24.5 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

58°F Jan (14°C) 44°F Jul (7°C)
Annual Average48.8°F
10% below US avg
January Average58°F (14°C)
July Average44°F (7°C)
Sunny Days300 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall24.5 inches
35% below US avg
Snowfall0.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.9%

Geography

Elevation69 ft (21 m)
Coordinates-42.7355°N, 147.4383°W
TimezoneAustralia/Hobart

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 58°F (14°C) 2.1 in
February 62°F (17°C) 1.6 in Warmest, Driest
March 59°F (15°C) 1.7 in
April 55°F (13°C) 1.8 in
May 50°F (10°C) 1.6 in
June 46°F (8°C) 1.6 in
July 44°F (7°C) 2.1 in Coldest
August 47°F (8°C) 2.4 in
September 50°F (10°C) 1.9 in
October 53°F (12°C) 2.3 in
November 56°F (13°C) 2.2 in
December 60°F (15°C) 2.5 in Wettest

Richmond has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F — from 44°F in July to 62°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 23.9 inches, with December being the wettest month (2.5") and February the driest (1.6").

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 Richmond

What is the population of Richmond?

Richmond has a population of 1,474 residents and is located in Australia.. The median age of residents is 37.5 years.

Is Richmond expensive to live in?

Richmond 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 Richmond?

Richmond has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 58°F in January, while summers reach an average of 44°F in July. The area receives 300 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 24.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Richmond?

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

How are the schools in Richmond?

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

How healthy is Richmond?

The obesity rate in Richmond 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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