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Southern Cross, Australia

Western Australia · 🇦🇺 Australia

Southern Cross is a small town in Western Australia, Australia with a population of 703. Elevation: 1,188 ft (362 m). Average temperature: 65°F (18°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
703 Population 3/sq mi density
1,188 ft Elevation 362 meters
65°F Avg Temperature 18°C
13.2 in Annual Rain
Australia / Perth 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

Population703
Median Age37.5 yrs
Density3/mi²
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 Temp65°F (18°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain13.2 in/yr
Sunny Days312/yr
Elevation1,188 ft (362 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.1%
Population703
Population Density3 / sq mi
Elevation1,188 ft (362 m)
Coordinates-31.2268°, 119.3238°
TimezoneAustralia/Perth
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceWestern Australia
Average Temperature65°F (18°C)
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average51°F (11°C)
Annual Precipitation13.2 inches (334 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age37.5 years

Is Southern Cross a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Southern Cross 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. Southern Cross 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

Southern Cross enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 51°F in July. With 312 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 13.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Southern Cross has a population of 703 with a density of 3 people per square mile, spread across 214.4 square miles. 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

703
Total Population
3
People / sq mi
37.5yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
214.4mi²
Land Area

Race & Ethnicity

Southern Cross vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Southern Cross vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Southern Cross 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: Southern Cross 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 Southern Cross, 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: Southern Cross 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

Southern Cross enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 51°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 312 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 13.2 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 1,188 feet.

Temperature

79°F Jan (26°C) 51°F Jul (11°C)
Annual Average64.7°F
20% above US avg
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average51°F (11°C)
Sunny Days312 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall13.2 inches
65% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.9%

Geography

Elevation1,188 ft (362 m)
Area214.4 sq mi (555.2 km²)
Population Density3/sq mi
Coordinates-31.2268°N, 119.3238°W
TimezoneAustralia/Perth

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 79°F (26°C) 0.6 in Warmest, Driest
February 78°F (25°C) 1.0 in
March 74°F (23°C) 1.0 in
April 66°F (19°C) 1.3 in
May 58°F (15°C) 1.5 in
June 53°F (12°C) 1.9 in Wettest
July 51°F (11°C) 1.6 in Coldest
August 53°F (11°C) 1.4 in
September 57°F (14°C) 0.8 in
October 63°F (17°C) 0.7 in
November 69°F (21°C) 0.8 in
December 75°F (24°C) 0.6 in

Southern Cross has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F — from 51°F in July to 79°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 13.2 inches, with June being the wettest month (1.9") and January the driest (0.6").

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

Population Density3/sq mi
Total Area214.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.1%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Southern Cross

What is the population of Southern Cross?

Southern Cross has a population of 703 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 214.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 37.5 years.

Is Southern Cross expensive to live in?

Southern Cross 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 Southern Cross?

Southern Cross enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 51°F in July. The area receives 312 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 13.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Southern Cross?

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

How are the schools in Southern Cross?

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

How healthy is Southern Cross?

The obesity rate in Southern Cross 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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