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Torquay, Australia

Victoria · 🇦🇺 Australia

Torquay is a small city in Victoria, Australia with a population of 18,534. Elevation: 66 ft (20 m). Average temperature: 59°F (15°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
18,534 Population
66 ft Elevation 20 meters
59°F Avg Temperature 15°C
26.3 in Annual Rain
Australia / Melbourne 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

Population18,534
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 Temp59°F (15°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain26.3 in/yr
Sunny Days300/yr
Elevation66 ft (20 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.1%
Population18,534
Elevation66 ft (20 m)
Coordinates-38.3309°, 144.3264°
TimezoneAustralia/Melbourne
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceVictoria
Average Temperature59°F (15°C)
January Average64°F (18°C)
July Average55°F (13°C)
Annual Precipitation26.3 inches (669 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age37.5 years

Is Torquay a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Torquay 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. Torquay 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

Torquay enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 64°F in January while summers reach 55°F in July. With 300 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 26.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Torquay has a population of 18,534. 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

18,534
Total Population
37.5yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg

Race & Ethnicity

Torquay vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Torquay vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Torquay 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: Torquay 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 Torquay, 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: Torquay 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

Torquay enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 64°F in January while summers reach 55°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 300 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 26.3 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 66 feet.

Temperature

64°F Jan (18°C) 55°F Jul (13°C)
Annual Average58.6°F
9% above US avg
January Average64°F (18°C)
July Average55°F (13°C)
Sunny Days300 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall26.3 inches
31% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.9%

Geography

Elevation66 ft (20 m)
Coordinates-38.3309°N, 144.3264°W
TimezoneAustralia/Melbourne

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 64°F (18°C) 1.8 in
February 67°F (20°C) 1.4 in Warmest, Driest
March 65°F (18°C) 1.5 in
April 59°F (15°C) 1.7 in
May 55°F (13°C) 2.2 in
June 50°F (10°C) 2.1 in Coldest
July 55°F (13°C) 2.1 in
August 50°F (10°C) 2.4 in
September 53°F (12°C) 2.6 in
October 56°F (13°C) 2.7 in Wettest
November 59°F (15°C) 2.1 in
December 63°F (17°C) 1.9 in

Torquay has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F — from 50°F in June to 67°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 24.6 inches, with October being the wettest month (2.7") and February the driest (1.4").

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 Torquay

What is the population of Torquay?

Torquay has a population of 18,534 residents and is located in Australia.. The median age of residents is 37.5 years.

Is Torquay expensive to live in?

Torquay 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 Torquay?

Torquay enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 64°F in January, while summers reach an average of 55°F in July. The area receives 300 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 26.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Torquay?

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

How are the schools in Torquay?

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

How healthy is Torquay?

The obesity rate in Torquay 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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