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Upper Sturt, Australia

South Australia · 🇦🇺 Australia

Upper Sturt is a small town in South Australia, Australia with a population of 937. Elevation: 1,424 ft (434 m). Average temperature: 62°F (17°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
937 Population
1,424 ft Elevation 434 meters
62°F Avg Temperature 17°C
36.7 in Annual Rain
Australia / Adelaide 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

Population937
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 Temp62°F (17°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain36.7 in/yr
Sunny Days318/yr
Elevation1,424 ft (434 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.1%
Population937
Elevation1,424 ft (434 m)
Coordinates-35.0167°, 138.6833°
TimezoneAustralia/Adelaide
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceSouth Australia
Average Temperature62°F (17°C)
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average53°F (12°C)
Annual Precipitation36.7 inches (933 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age37.5 years

Is Upper Sturt a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Upper Sturt 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. Upper Sturt 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

Upper Sturt enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 53°F in July. With 318 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 36.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Upper Sturt has a population of 937. 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

937
Total Population
37.5yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg

Race & Ethnicity

Upper Sturt vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Upper Sturt vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Upper Sturt 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: Upper Sturt 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 Upper Sturt, 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: Upper Sturt 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

Upper Sturt enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 72°F in January while summers reach 53°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 318 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 36.7 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 1,424 feet.

Temperature

72°F Jan (22°C) 53°F Jul (12°C)
Annual Average61.7°F
14% above US avg
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average53°F (12°C)
Sunny Days318 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.7 inches
3% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.9%

Geography

Elevation1,424 ft (434 m)
Coordinates-35.0167°N, 138.6833°W
TimezoneAustralia/Adelaide

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 72°F (22°C) 1.2 in Warmest
February 68°F (20°C) 0.9 in Driest
March 64°F (18°C) 1.5 in
April 59°F (15°C) 2.8 in
May 54°F (12°C) 3.8 in
June 49°F (10°C) 4.5 in Coldest
July 53°F (12°C) 5.3 in Wettest
August 49°F (10°C) 4.8 in
September 52°F (11°C) 4.0 in
October 56°F (13°C) 3.0 in
November 60°F (15°C) 1.7 in
December 64°F (18°C) 1.6 in

Upper Sturt has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F — from 49°F in June to 72°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 35.0 inches, with July being the wettest month (5.3") and February the driest (0.9").

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 Upper Sturt

What is the population of Upper Sturt?

Upper Sturt has a population of 937 residents and is located in Australia.. The median age of residents is 37.5 years.

Is Upper Sturt expensive to live in?

Upper Sturt 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 Upper Sturt?

Upper Sturt enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 72°F in January, while summers reach an average of 53°F in July. The area receives 318 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 36.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Upper Sturt?

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

How are the schools in Upper Sturt?

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

How healthy is Upper Sturt?

The obesity rate in Upper Sturt 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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