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Wallaga Lake, Australia

New South Wales · 🇦🇺 Australia

Wallaga Lake is a small town in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 524. Elevation: 85 ft (26 m). Average temperature: 60°F (16°C).

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
524 Population
85 ft Elevation 26 meters
60°F Avg Temperature 16°C
42.9 in Annual Rain
Australia / Sydney Timezone
$19,029 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$19,029 median income, 3.4% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.0 / 5.0
$901/mo rent
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $19,029
75% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 35.0%
4% higher than US avg
Median Rent $901
23% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.2%
6% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.4%
6% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.0%
92% lower than US avg

People

Population524
Median Age62.0 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / FemaleN/A

Economy

B
Median Income$19,029
Per Capita$19,029
Unemployment3.4%
Poverty1.0%

Housing

F
Home ValueN/A
Rent$901
OwnershipN/A

Health

Obesity30.2%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking9.6%
Depression11.7%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F (16°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain42.9 in/yr
Sunny Days315/yr
Elevation85 ft (26 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.1%
Population524
Elevation85 ft (26 m)
Coordinates-36.3859°, 150.0674°
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceNew South Wales
Average Temperature60°F (16°C)
January Average67°F (19°C)
July Average51°F (11°C)
Annual Precipitation42.9 inches (1,090 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$19,029
Median Age62.0 years

Is Wallaga Lake a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Wallaga Lake receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Wallaga Lake has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Wallaga Lake is $19,029, 75% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.4%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 1.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $901 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

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

Wallaga Lake enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 67°F in January while summers reach 51°F in July. With 315 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 42.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Wallaga Lake has a population of 524. The median age is 62.0 years, 59% older 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

524
Total Population
62.0yrs
Median Age
59% above US avg

Race & Ethnicity

Wallaga Lake vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Wallaga Lake vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wallaga Lake is $19,029, which is 75% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $19,029 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 3.4% (below 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: Wallaga Lake vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$19,029
75% below US avg
Per Capita Income$19,029

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.4%
6% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.0%
92% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living89.60 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $901 (23% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$901
23% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied87.4%

Property Tax

In Wallaga Lake, 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: Wallaga Lake 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

Wallaga Lake enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 67°F in January while summers reach 51°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 315 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 42.9 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 85 feet.

Temperature

67°F Jan (19°C) 51°F Jul (11°C)
Annual Average60.2°F
11% above US avg
January Average67°F (19°C)
July Average51°F (11°C)
Sunny Days315 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.9 inches
13% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.9%

Geography

Elevation85 ft (26 m)
Coordinates-36.3859°N, 150.0674°W
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 67°F (19°C) 3.7 in
February 68°F (20°C) 3.7 in Warmest
March 66°F (19°C) 4.7 in Wettest
April 61°F (16°C) 3.1 in
May 57°F (14°C) 2.8 in
June 52°F (11°C) 3.5 in
July 51°F (11°C) 1.8 in Coldest
August 52°F (11°C) 1.7 in Driest
September 56°F (13°C) 2.6 in
October 59°F (15°C) 3.1 in
November 62°F (17°C) 3.2 in
December 66°F (19°C) 3.1 in

Wallaga Lake has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F — from 51°F in July to 68°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 36.8 inches, with March being the wettest month (4.7") and August the driest (1.7").

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 Wallaga Lake

What is the population of Wallaga Lake?

Wallaga Lake has a population of 524 residents and is located in Australia.. The median age of residents is 62.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Wallaga Lake expensive to live in?

Wallaga Lake is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 89.6 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $19,029, 75% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $901 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

What is the weather like in Wallaga Lake?

Wallaga Lake enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 67°F in January, while summers reach an average of 51°F in July. The area receives 315 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 42.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Wallaga Lake?

Wallaga Lake has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.4%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in Wallaga Lake?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $901.

How are the schools in Wallaga Lake?

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

How healthy is Wallaga Lake?

The obesity rate in Wallaga Lake 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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