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Scamander, Australia

Tasmania · 🇦🇺 Australia

Scamander is a small town in Tasmania, Australia with a population of 611. Elevation: 98 ft (30 m). Average temperature: 55°F (13°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
611 Population
98 ft Elevation 30 meters
55°F Avg Temperature 13°C
32.0 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

Population611
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 Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain32.0 in/yr
Sunny Days278/yr
Elevation98 ft (30 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.1%
Population611
Elevation98 ft (30 m)
Coordinates-41.4560°, 148.2610°
TimezoneAustralia/Hobart
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceTasmania
Average Temperature55°F (13°C)
January Average62°F (17°C)
July Average47°F (8°C)
Annual Precipitation32.0 inches (813 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age37.5 years

Is Scamander a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Scamander 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. Scamander 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

Scamander experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 62°F in January while summers reach 47°F in July. With 278 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 32.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Scamander has a population of 611. 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

611
Total Population
37.5yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg

Race & Ethnicity

Scamander vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Scamander vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Scamander 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: Scamander 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 Scamander, 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: Scamander 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

Scamander experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 62°F in January while summers reach 47°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 278 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 32.0 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 98 feet.

Temperature

62°F Jan (17°C) 47°F Jul (8°C)
Annual Average54.7°F
1% above US avg
January Average62°F (17°C)
July Average47°F (8°C)
Sunny Days278 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall32.0 inches
16% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.9%

Geography

Elevation98 ft (30 m)
Coordinates-41.4560°N, 148.2610°W
TimezoneAustralia/Hobart

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temp Precipitation
Jan 62°F (17°C)
2.8"
Feb 62°F (17°C)
1.6"
Mar 60°F (16°C)
2.7"
Apr 56°F (13°C)
2.7"
May 52°F (11°C)
2.4"
Jun 48°F (9°C)
2.6"
Jul 47°F (8°C)
2.9"
Aug 48°F (9°C)
3.0"
Sep 51°F (11°C)
2.7"
Oct 54°F (12°C)
2.3"
Nov 57°F (14°C)
2.9"
Dec 60°F (15°C)
3.3"

The warmest month is February at 62°F, while the coldest is July at 47°F — a seasonal swing of 16°F. December sees the most rain (3.3"), while February is 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

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