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Riverton, Australia

South Australia · 🇦🇺 Australia

Riverton is a small town in South Australia, Australia with a population of 994. Elevation: 902 ft (275 m). Average temperature: 59°F (15°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
994 Population
902 ft Elevation 275 meters
59°F Avg Temperature 15°C
19.7 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

Population994
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 Temp59°F (15°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain19.7 in/yr
Sunny Days300/yr
Elevation902 ft (275 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.1%
Population994
Elevation902 ft (275 m)
Coordinates-34.1551°, 138.7482°
TimezoneAustralia/Adelaide
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceSouth Australia
Average Temperature59°F (15°C)
January Average71°F (22°C)
July Average48°F (9°C)
Annual Precipitation19.7 inches (499 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age37.5 years

Is Riverton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Riverton 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. Riverton 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

Riverton enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 71°F in January while summers reach 48°F in July. With 300 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 19.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Riverton has a population of 994. 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

994
Total Population
37.5yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg

Race & Ethnicity

Riverton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Riverton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Riverton 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: Riverton 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 Riverton, 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: Riverton 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

Riverton enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 71°F in January while summers reach 48°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 19.7 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 902 feet.

Temperature

71°F Jan (22°C) 48°F Jul (9°C)
Annual Average59.4°F
10% above US avg
January Average71°F (22°C)
July Average48°F (9°C)
Sunny Days300 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall19.7 inches
48% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.9%

Geography

Elevation902 ft (275 m)
Coordinates-34.1551°N, 138.7482°W
TimezoneAustralia/Adelaide

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 71°F (22°C) 0.9 in
February 72°F (22°C) 0.8 in Warmest, Driest
March 67°F (19°C) 0.8 in
April 60°F (16°C) 1.4 in
May 54°F (12°C) 1.7 in
June 50°F (10°C) 2.3 in
July 48°F (9°C) 2.4 in Coldest, Wettest
August 49°F (10°C) 2.4 in
September 53°F (11°C) 2.4 in
October 57°F (14°C) 2.1 in
November 63°F (17°C) 1.5 in
December 68°F (20°C) 0.9 in

Riverton has a seasonal temperature swing of 24°F — from 48°F in July to 72°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 19.7 inches, with July being the wettest month (2.4") and February the driest (0.8").

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 Riverton

What is the population of Riverton?

Riverton has a population of 994 residents and is located in Australia.. The median age of residents is 37.5 years.

Is Riverton expensive to live in?

Riverton 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 Riverton?

Riverton enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 48°F in July. The area receives 300 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 19.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Riverton?

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

How are the schools in Riverton?

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

How healthy is Riverton?

The obesity rate in Riverton 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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