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South Arm, Australia

Tasmania · 🇦🇺 Australia

South Arm is a small town in Tasmania, Australia with a population of 796. Elevation: 52 ft (16 m). Average temperature: 57°F (14°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
796 Population
52 ft Elevation 16 meters
57°F Avg Temperature 14°C
20.4 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

Population796
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 Temp57°F (14°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain20.4 in/yr
Sunny Days302/yr
Elevation52 ft (16 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.1%
Population796
Elevation52 ft (16 m)
Coordinates-43.0261°, 147.4220°
TimezoneAustralia/Hobart
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceTasmania
Average Temperature57°F (14°C)
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average53°F (12°C)
Annual Precipitation20.4 inches (519 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age37.5 years

Is South Arm a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, South Arm 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. South Arm 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

South Arm enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 63°F in January while summers reach 53°F in July. With 302 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 20.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

South Arm has a population of 796. 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

796
Total Population
37.5yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg

Race & Ethnicity

South Arm vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

South Arm vs U.S. Average

The median household income in South Arm 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: South Arm 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 South Arm, 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: South Arm 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

South Arm enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 63°F in January while summers reach 53°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 302 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 20.4 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 52 feet.

Temperature

63°F Jan (17°C) 53°F Jul (12°C)
Annual Average56.5°F
5% above US avg
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average53°F (12°C)
Sunny Days302 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall20.4 inches
46% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.9%

Geography

Elevation52 ft (16 m)
Coordinates-43.0261°N, 147.4220°W
TimezoneAustralia/Hobart

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 63°F (17°C) 2.1 in Warmest
February 61°F (16°C) 1.8 in Driest
March 58°F (15°C) 2.0 in
April 55°F (13°C) 2.0 in
May 50°F (10°C) 1.9 in
June 47°F (8°C) 1.9 in Coldest
July 53°F (12°C) 2.4 in
August 47°F (8°C) 2.5 in
September 50°F (10°C) 2.0 in
October 53°F (11°C) 2.4 in
November 55°F (13°C) 2.3 in
December 58°F (14°C) 2.5 in Wettest

South Arm has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F — from 47°F in June to 63°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 25.8 inches, with December being the wettest month (2.5") and February 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 South Arm

What is the population of South Arm?

South Arm has a population of 796 residents and is located in Australia.. The median age of residents is 37.5 years.

Is South Arm expensive to live in?

South Arm 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 South Arm?

South Arm enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 63°F in January, while summers reach an average of 53°F in July. The area receives 302 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 20.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in South Arm?

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

How are the schools in South Arm?

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

How healthy is South Arm?

The obesity rate in South Arm 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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