Thornton, Australia

Full City Profile

2.7 /5.0

C+ Fair

7,879 Population 13/sq mi density

72 ft Elevation 22 meters

64°F Avg Temperature 18°C

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Overall

2.7 / 5.0

Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

Economy

3.0 / 5.0

$29,981 median income, 4.0% unemployment

Affordability

2.4 / 5.0

$225,400 home value, $1,127/mo rent

Thornton, Australia

At a Glance

Median Income

$29,981

60% below

$29,981 per capita

Home Value

$225,400

20% below

Median Rent

$1,127/mo

3% below

Unemployment

4.0%

11% above

Avg Temperature

64°F

345 sunny days/yr

Is Thornton a Good Place to Live?

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2.7 / 5.0 — Fair

Based on economy, affordability, safety, and education metrics compared to national averages.

Economy & Jobs

Thornton residents earn a median household income of $29,981 , which is 60% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $29,981. The unemployment rate stands at 4.0% (11% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). The area is home to 749 business establishments.

Housing & Cost of Living

The median home value in Thornton is $225,400 , 20% below the national median of $281,900. Median rent is $1,127/month.

Climate & Weather

Thornton has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 55°F in July. The area gets 345 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 31.7 inches.

Data Overview

People

Population7,879

Median Age32.0 yrs

Density13/mi²

Foreign Born9.7%

Economy

Median Income$29,981

Per Capita$29,981

Unemployment4.0%

Poverty

Avg Weekly Wage$577

Housing

Home Value$225,400

Rent$1,127

Ownership65.3%

Housing Units3,152

Climate

Avg Temp64°F

Sunny Days345/yr

Rain31.7 in/yr

Elevation72 ft