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Telegraph Point, Australia

New South Wales · 🇦🇺 Australia

Telegraph Point is a small town in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 595. Elevation: 26 ft (8 m). Average temperature: 66°F (19°C).

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
595 Population
26 ft Elevation 8 meters
66°F Avg Temperature 19°C
28.2 in Annual Rain
Australia / Sydney Timezone
$22,984 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$22,984 median income, 3.4% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.0 / 5.0
$986/mo rent
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $22,984
69% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 35.0%
4% higher than US avg
Median Rent $986
15% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.2%
6% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.4%
6% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.0%
92% lower than US avg

People

Population595
Median Age47.0 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / FemaleN/A

Economy

B
Median Income$22,984
Per Capita$22,984
Unemployment3.4%
Poverty1.0%

Housing

F
Home ValueN/A
Rent$986
OwnershipN/A

Health

Obesity30.2%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking9.6%
Depression11.7%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F (19°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain28.2 in/yr
Sunny Days345/yr
Elevation26 ft (8 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.1%
Population595
Elevation26 ft (8 m)
Coordinates-31.3247°, 152.8005°
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceNew South Wales
Average Temperature66°F (19°C)
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Annual Precipitation28.2 inches (716 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$22,984
Median Age47.0 years

Is Telegraph Point a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Telegraph Point receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Telegraph Point has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Telegraph Point is $22,984, 69% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.4%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 1.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $986 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

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

Telegraph Point enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July. With 345 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 28.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Telegraph Point has a population of 595. The median age is 47.0 years, 21% older 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

595
Total Population
47.0yrs
Median Age
21% above US avg

Race & Ethnicity

Telegraph Point vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Telegraph Point vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Telegraph Point is $22,984, which is 69% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $22,984 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 3.4% (below 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: Telegraph Point vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$22,984
69% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,984

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.4%
6% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.0%
92% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living89.60 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $986 (15% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$986
15% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied87.9%

Property Tax

In Telegraph Point, 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: Telegraph Point 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

Telegraph Point enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 345 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 28.2 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 26 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

72°F Jan (22°C) 57°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average65.8°F
22% above US avg
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Sunny Days345 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall28.2 inches
26% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.9%

Geography

Elevation26 ft (8 m)
Coordinates-31.3247°N, 152.8005°W
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 72°F (22°C) 6.9 in
February 73°F (23°C) 6.7 in Warmest
March 71°F (21°C) 7.6 in Wettest
April 66°F (19°C) 5.2 in
May 61°F (16°C) 4.9 in
June 56°F (13°C) 4.1 in
July 57°F (14°C) 2.4 in
August 56°F (13°C) 1.5 in Coldest, Driest
September 60°F (16°C) 2.0 in
October 64°F (18°C) 3.8 in
November 68°F (20°C) 5.1 in
December 71°F (22°C) 5.3 in

Telegraph Point has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F — from 56°F in August to 73°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 55.4 inches, with March being the wettest month (7.6") and August the driest (1.5").

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 Telegraph Point

What is the population of Telegraph Point?

Telegraph Point has a population of 595 residents and is located in Australia.. The median age of residents is 47.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Telegraph Point expensive to live in?

Telegraph Point is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 89.6 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $22,984, 69% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $986 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

What is the weather like in Telegraph Point?

Telegraph Point enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 57°F in July. The area receives 345 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 28.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Telegraph Point?

Telegraph Point has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.4%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in Telegraph Point?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $986.

How are the schools in Telegraph Point?

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

How healthy is Telegraph Point?

The obesity rate in Telegraph Point 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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