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Tailem Bend, Australia

South Australia · 🇦🇺 Australia

Tailem Bend is a small town in South Australia, Australia with a population of 1,661. Elevation: 72 ft (22 m). Average temperature: 61°F (16°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
1,661 Population
72 ft Elevation 22 meters
61°F Avg Temperature 16°C
14.8 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

Population1,661
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 Temp61°F (16°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain14.8 in/yr
Sunny Days309/yr
Elevation72 ft (22 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.1%
Population1,661
Elevation72 ft (22 m)
Coordinates-35.2523°, 139.4555°
TimezoneAustralia/Adelaide
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceSouth Australia
Average Temperature61°F (16°C)
January Average71°F (22°C)
July Average51°F (11°C)
Annual Precipitation14.8 inches (377 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age37.5 years

Is Tailem Bend a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Tailem Bend 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. Tailem Bend 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

Tailem Bend enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 71°F in January while summers reach 51°F in July. With 309 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 14.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Tailem Bend has a population of 1,661. 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

1,661
Total Population
37.5yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg

Race & Ethnicity

Tailem Bend vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Tailem Bend vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Tailem Bend 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: Tailem Bend 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 Tailem Bend, 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: Tailem Bend 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

Tailem Bend enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 71°F in January while summers reach 51°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 309 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 14.8 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 72 feet.

Temperature

71°F Jan (22°C) 51°F Jul (11°C)
Annual Average61.3°F
14% above US avg
January Average71°F (22°C)
July Average51°F (11°C)
Sunny Days309 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall14.8 inches
61% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.9%

Geography

Elevation72 ft (22 m)
Coordinates-35.2523°N, 139.4555°W
TimezoneAustralia/Adelaide

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 71°F (22°C) 0.7 in
February 72°F (22°C) 0.6 in Warmest, Driest
March 68°F (20°C) 0.8 in
April 62°F (17°C) 1.2 in
May 57°F (14°C) 1.3 in
June 52°F (11°C) 1.6 in
July 51°F (11°C) 1.7 in Coldest
August 53°F (12°C) 1.7 in Wettest
September 56°F (13°C) 1.6 in
October 61°F (16°C) 1.6 in
November 65°F (18°C) 1.1 in
December 69°F (20°C) 0.9 in

Tailem Bend has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F — from 51°F in July to 72°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 14.8 inches, with August being the wettest month (1.7") and February 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

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.1%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Tailem Bend

What is the population of Tailem Bend?

Tailem Bend has a population of 1,661 residents and is located in Australia.. The median age of residents is 37.5 years.

Is Tailem Bend expensive to live in?

Tailem Bend 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 Tailem Bend?

Tailem Bend enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 51°F in July. The area receives 309 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 14.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Tailem Bend?

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

How are the schools in Tailem Bend?

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

How healthy is Tailem Bend?

The obesity rate in Tailem Bend 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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