Choose Country

Tuross Head, Australia

New South Wales · 🇦🇺 Australia

Tuross Head is a small town in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 2,183. Elevation: 161 ft (49 m). Average temperature: 60°F (16°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
2,183 Population
161 ft Elevation 49 meters
60°F Avg Temperature 16°C
41.1 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

Population2,183
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)
Rain41.1 in/yr
Sunny Days317/yr
Elevation161 ft (49 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.1%
Population2,183
Elevation161 ft (49 m)
Coordinates-36.0533°, 150.1332°
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceNew South Wales
Average Temperature60°F (16°C)
January Average67°F (20°C)
July Average52°F (11°C)
Annual Precipitation41.1 inches (1,045 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age37.5 years

Is Tuross Head a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Tuross Head 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. Tuross Head 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

Tuross Head enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 67°F in January while summers reach 52°F in July. With 317 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 41.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Tuross Head has a population of 2,183. 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

2,183
Total Population
37.5yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg

Race & Ethnicity

Tuross Head vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Tuross Head vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Tuross Head 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: Tuross Head 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 Tuross Head, 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: Tuross Head 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

Tuross Head enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 67°F in January while summers reach 52°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 317 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 41.1 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 161 feet.

Temperature

67°F Jan (20°C) 52°F Jul (11°C)
Annual Average60.4°F
12% above US avg
January Average67°F (20°C)
July Average52°F (11°C)
Sunny Days317 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.1 inches
8% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.9%

Geography

Elevation161 ft (49 m)
Coordinates-36.0533°N, 150.1332°W
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney
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

Nearby Cities

Dalmeny 1,918 pop · 7.8 mi Moruya 3,943 pop · 10.1 mi Narooma 2,633 pop · 11.4 mi Broulee 1,639 pop · 13.9 mi Tomakin 1,088 pop · 16.2 mi Malua Bay 1,844 pop · 18.7 mi Sunshine Bay 1,226 pop · 21.7 mi Batehaven 1,800 pop · 22.1 mi Catalina 2,281 pop · 22.5 mi Batemans Bay 17,519 pop · 24.1 mi Long Beach 1,362 pop · 24.6 mi Surfside 1,341 pop · 25.0 mi Bermagui 1,539 pop · 25.6 mi Bega 4,683 pop · 45.8 mi
Compare Tuross Head with another city: