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Tweed Heads West, Australia

New South Wales · 🇦🇺 Australia

Tweed Heads West is a small city in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 6,251. Elevation: 10 ft (3 m). Average temperature: 69°F (21°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
6,251 Population
10 ft Elevation 3 meters
69°F Avg Temperature 21°C
31.4 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

Population6,251
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 Temp69°F (21°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain31.4 in/yr
Sunny Days344/yr
Elevation10 ft (3 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.1%
Population6,251
Elevation10 ft (3 m)
Coordinates-28.1874°, 153.5228°
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceNew South Wales
Average Temperature69°F (21°C)
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation31.4 inches (797 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age37.5 years

Is Tweed Heads West a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Tweed Heads West 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. Tweed Heads West 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

Tweed Heads West enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F. Winters average 75°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. With 344 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 31.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Tweed Heads West has a population of 6,251. 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

6,251
Total Population
37.5yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg

Race & Ethnicity

Tweed Heads West vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Tweed Heads West vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Tweed Heads West 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: Tweed Heads West 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 Tweed Heads West, 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: Tweed Heads West 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

Tweed Heads West enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winters average 75°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 344 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 31.4 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 10 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

75°F Jan (24°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average69.4°F
29% above US avg
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days344 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall31.4 inches
17% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.9%

Geography

Elevation10 ft (3 m)
Coordinates-28.1874°N, 153.5228°W
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 75°F (24°C) 7.7 in
February 76°F (24°C) 8.4 in Warmest
March 74°F (23°C) 8.5 in Wettest
April 70°F (21°C) 7.2 in
May 66°F (19°C) 7.6 in
June 61°F (16°C) 4.1 in
July 62°F (17°C) 3.6 in
August 60°F (16°C) 2.3 in Coldest
September 64°F (18°C) 2.1 in Driest
October 68°F (20°C) 4.3 in
November 71°F (22°C) 5.0 in
December 74°F (23°C) 6.5 in

Tweed Heads West has a seasonal temperature swing of 15°F — from 60°F in August to 76°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 67.3 inches, with March being the wettest month (8.5") and September the driest (2.1").

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 Tweed Heads West

What is the population of Tweed Heads West?

Tweed Heads West has a population of 6,251 residents and is located in Australia.. The median age of residents is 37.5 years.

Is Tweed Heads West expensive to live in?

Tweed Heads West 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 Tweed Heads West?

Tweed Heads West enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 344 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Tweed Heads West?

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

How are the schools in Tweed Heads West?

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

How healthy is Tweed Heads West?

The obesity rate in Tweed Heads West 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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