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Tathra, Australia

New South Wales · 🇦🇺 Australia

Tathra is a small town in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 1,662. Elevation: 187 ft (57 m). Average temperature: 60°F (16°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
1,662 Population
187 ft Elevation 57 meters
60°F Avg Temperature 16°C
42.9 in Annual Rain
Australia / Sydney 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

Population1,662
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 Temp60°F (16°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain42.9 in/yr
Sunny Days315/yr
Elevation187 ft (57 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.1%
Population1,662
Elevation187 ft (57 m)
Coordinates-36.7313°, 149.9833°
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceNew South Wales
Average Temperature60°F (16°C)
January Average67°F (19°C)
July Average51°F (11°C)
Annual Precipitation42.9 inches (1,090 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age37.5 years

Is Tathra a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Tathra 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. Tathra 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

Tathra enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 67°F in January while summers reach 51°F in July. With 315 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 42.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Tathra has a population of 1,662. 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

1,662
Total Population
37.5yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg

Race & Ethnicity

Tathra vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Tathra vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Tathra 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: Tathra 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 Tathra, 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: Tathra 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

Tathra enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 67°F in January while summers reach 51°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 315 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 42.9 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 187 feet.

Temperature

67°F Jan (19°C) 51°F Jul (11°C)
Annual Average60.2°F
11% above US avg
January Average67°F (19°C)
July Average51°F (11°C)
Sunny Days315 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.9 inches
13% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.9%

Geography

Elevation187 ft (57 m)
Coordinates-36.7313°N, 149.9833°W
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 67°F (19°C) 3.2 in
February 68°F (20°C) 3.5 in Warmest
March 66°F (19°C) 4.6 in Wettest
April 61°F (16°C) 3.2 in
May 56°F (13°C) 2.6 in
June 51°F (11°C) 3.0 in Coldest
July 51°F (11°C) 1.7 in
August 52°F (11°C) 1.7 in Driest
September 55°F (13°C) 2.3 in
October 59°F (15°C) 3.0 in
November 62°F (17°C) 3.4 in
December 65°F (18°C) 2.9 in

Tathra has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F — from 51°F in June to 68°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 35.0 inches, with March being the wettest month (4.6") and August the driest (1.7").

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 Tathra

What is the population of Tathra?

Tathra has a population of 1,662 residents and is located in Australia.. The median age of residents is 37.5 years.

Is Tathra expensive to live in?

Tathra 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 Tathra?

Tathra enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 67°F in January, while summers reach an average of 51°F in July. The area receives 315 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 42.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Tathra?

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

How are the schools in Tathra?

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

How healthy is Tathra?

The obesity rate in Tathra 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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