Torquay, Australia

Full City Profile

2.6 /5.0

C+ Fair

18,534 Population 27/sq mi density

66 ft Elevation 20 meters

59°F Avg Temperature 15°C

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Overall

2.6 / 5.0

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

Economy

3.2 / 5.0

$34,408 median income, 3.2% unemployment

Affordability

2.0 / 5.0

$281,600 home value, $1,408/mo rent

Torquay, Australia

At a Glance

Median Income

$34,408

54% below

$34,408 per capita

Home Value

$281,600

0% below

Median Rent

$1,408/mo

21% above

Unemployment

3.2%

11% below

Avg Temperature

59°F

300 sunny days/yr

Is Torquay a Good Place to Live?

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2.6 / 5.0 — Fair

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

Economy & Jobs

Torquay residents earn a median household income of $34,408 , which is 54% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $34,408. The unemployment rate stands at 3.2% (11% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). The area is home to 1,761 business establishments.

Housing & Cost of Living

The median home value in Torquay is $281,600 , 0% below the national median of $281,900. Median rent is $1,408/month.

Climate & Weather

Torquay has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 64°F in January while summers reach 55°F in July. The area gets 300 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 26.3 inches.

Data Overview

People

Population18,534

Median Age39.0 yrs

Density27/mi²

Foreign Born13.4%

Economy

Median Income$34,408

Per Capita$34,408

Unemployment3.2%

Poverty

Avg Weekly Wage$662

Housing

Home Value$281,600

Rent$1,408

Ownership78.0%

Housing Units7,414

Climate

Avg Temp59°F

Sunny Days300/yr

Rain26.3 in/yr

Elevation66 ft

Did You Know?

13.4% of residents are foreign-born.