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Wauchope, Australia

New South Wales · 🇦🇺 Australia

Wauchope is a small city in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 6,252. Elevation: 85 ft (26 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
6,252 Population
85 ft Elevation 26 meters
63°F Avg Temperature 17°C
28.0 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

Population6,252
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 Temp63°F (17°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain28.0 in/yr
Sunny Days339/yr
Elevation85 ft (26 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.1%
Population6,252
Elevation85 ft (26 m)
Coordinates-31.4579°, 152.7262°
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceNew South Wales
Average Temperature63°F (17°C)
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average53°F (12°C)
Annual Precipitation28.0 inches (711 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age37.5 years

Is Wauchope a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Wauchope 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. Wauchope 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

Wauchope enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 53°F in July. With 339 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 28.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Wauchope has a population of 6,252. 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

6,252
Total Population
37.5yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg

Race & Ethnicity

Wauchope vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Wauchope vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wauchope 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: Wauchope 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 Wauchope, 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: Wauchope 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

Wauchope enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 53°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 339 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 28.0 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). 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

70°F Jan (21°C) 53°F Jul (12°C)
Annual Average62.5°F
16% above US avg
January Average70°F (21°C)
July Average53°F (12°C)
Sunny Days339 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall28.0 inches
26% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.9%

Geography

Elevation85 ft (26 m)
Coordinates-31.4579°N, 152.7262°W
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 70°F (21°C) 6.3 in
February 73°F (23°C) 6.4 in Warmest
March 71°F (22°C) 7.4 in Wettest
April 66°F (19°C) 5.2 in
May 61°F (16°C) 5.0 in
June 56°F (14°C) 4.3 in
July 53°F (12°C) 2.4 in Coldest
August 56°F (14°C) 1.5 in Driest
September 61°F (16°C) 2.1 in
October 65°F (18°C) 3.8 in
November 68°F (20°C) 5.0 in
December 72°F (22°C) 5.1 in

Wauchope has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F — from 53°F in July to 73°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 54.3 inches, with March being the wettest month (7.4") and August the driest (1.5").

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 Wauchope

What is the population of Wauchope?

Wauchope has a population of 6,252 residents and is located in Australia.. The median age of residents is 37.5 years.

Is Wauchope expensive to live in?

Wauchope 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 Wauchope?

Wauchope enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 70°F in January, while summers reach an average of 53°F in July. The area receives 339 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 28.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Wauchope?

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

How are the schools in Wauchope?

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

How healthy is Wauchope?

The obesity rate in Wauchope 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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