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West Lakes Shore, Australia

South Australia · 🇦🇺 Australia

West Lakes Shore is a small town in South Australia, Australia with a population of 3,055. Elevation: 30 ft (9 m). Average temperature: 62°F (17°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
3,055 Population
30 ft Elevation 9 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

Population3,055
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
Elevation30 ft (9 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.1%
Population3,055
Elevation30 ft (9 m)
Coordinates-34.8601°, 138.4897°
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 West Lakes Shore a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, West Lakes Shore 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. West Lakes Shore 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

West Lakes Shore 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.

West Lakes Shore has a population of 3,055. 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

3,055
Total Population
37.5yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg

Race & Ethnicity

West Lakes Shore vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

West Lakes Shore vs U.S. Average

The median household income in West Lakes Shore 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: West Lakes Shore 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 West Lakes Shore, 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: West Lakes Shore 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

West Lakes Shore 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 30 feet, near sea level.

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

Elevation30 ft (9 m)
Coordinates-34.8601°N, 138.4897°W
TimezoneAustralia/Adelaide

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 72°F (22°C) 0.8 in Warmest
February 71°F (22°C) 0.7 in Driest
March 67°F (20°C) 0.9 in
April 62°F (17°C) 1.5 in
May 57°F (14°C) 2.0 in
June 53°F (12°C) 2.3 in
July 53°F (12°C) 2.6 in Coldest, Wettest
August 53°F (12°C) 2.2 in
September 56°F (13°C) 2.0 in
October 60°F (16°C) 1.7 in
November 64°F (18°C) 1.0 in
December 68°F (20°C) 1.0 in

West Lakes Shore has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F — from 53°F in July to 72°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 18.8 inches, with July being the wettest month (2.6") and February the driest (0.7").

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 West Lakes Shore

What is the population of West Lakes Shore?

West Lakes Shore has a population of 3,055 residents and is located in Australia.. The median age of residents is 37.5 years.

Is West Lakes Shore expensive to live in?

West Lakes Shore 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 West Lakes Shore?

West Lakes Shore 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 West Lakes Shore?

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

How are the schools in West Lakes Shore?

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

How healthy is West Lakes Shore?

The obesity rate in West Lakes Shore 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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