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Wedderburn, Australia

Victoria · 🇦🇺 Australia

Wedderburn is a small town in Victoria, Australia with a population of 951. Elevation: 620 ft (189 m). Average temperature: 58°F (15°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
951 Population 12/sq mi density
620 ft Elevation 189 meters
58°F Avg Temperature 15°C
19.0 in Annual Rain
Australia / Melbourne 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

Population951
Median Age37.5 yrs
Density12/mi²
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 Temp58°F (15°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain19.0 in/yr
Sunny Days302/yr
Elevation620 ft (189 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.1%
Population951
Population Density12 / sq mi
Elevation620 ft (189 m)
Coordinates-36.4190°, 143.6139°
TimezoneAustralia/Melbourne
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceVictoria
Average Temperature58°F (15°C)
January Average71°F (21°C)
July Average47°F (8°C)
Annual Precipitation19.0 inches (482 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age37.5 years

Is Wedderburn a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Wedderburn 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. Wedderburn 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

Wedderburn enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 71°F in January while summers reach 47°F in July. With 302 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 19.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Wedderburn has a population of 951 with a density of 12 people per square mile, spread across 79.8 square miles. 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

951
Total Population
12
People / sq mi
37.5yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
79.8mi²
Land Area

Race & Ethnicity

Wedderburn vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Wedderburn vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wedderburn 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: Wedderburn 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 Wedderburn, 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: Wedderburn 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

Wedderburn enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 71°F in January while summers reach 47°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 302 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 19.0 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 620 feet.

Temperature

71°F Jan (21°C) 47°F Jul (8°C)
Annual Average58.4°F
8% above US avg
January Average71°F (21°C)
July Average47°F (8°C)
Sunny Days302 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall19.0 inches
50% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.9%

Geography

Elevation620 ft (189 m)
Area79.8 sq mi (206.6 km²)
Population Density12/sq mi
Coordinates-36.4190°N, 143.6139°W
TimezoneAustralia/Melbourne

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 71°F (21°C) 1.3 in
February 71°F (22°C) 0.9 in Warmest, Driest
March 66°F (19°C) 1.0 in
April 59°F (15°C) 1.4 in
May 53°F (12°C) 2.0 in
June 48°F (9°C) 1.8 in
July 47°F (8°C) 1.9 in Coldest
August 49°F (9°C) 2.1 in Wettest
September 52°F (11°C) 2.0 in
October 57°F (14°C) 2.0 in
November 63°F (17°C) 1.4 in
December 67°F (20°C) 1.2 in

Wedderburn has a seasonal temperature swing of 25°F — from 47°F in July to 71°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 19.0 inches, with August being the wettest month (2.1") 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

Population Density12/sq mi
Total Area79.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.1%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Wedderburn

What is the population of Wedderburn?

Wedderburn has a population of 951 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 12 people per square mile, spread across 79.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 37.5 years.

Is Wedderburn expensive to live in?

Wedderburn 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 Wedderburn?

Wedderburn enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 47°F in July. The area receives 302 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 19.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Wedderburn?

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

How are the schools in Wedderburn?

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

How healthy is Wedderburn?

The obesity rate in Wedderburn 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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