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Yellow Rock, Australia

New South Wales · 🇦🇺 Australia

Yellow Rock is a small town in New South Wales, Australia with a population of 989. Elevation: 823 ft (251 m). Average temperature: 58°F (15°C).

3.3 /5.0
B Good
989 Population
823 ft Elevation 251 meters
58°F Avg Temperature 15°C
38.9 in Annual Rain
Australia / Sydney Timezone
$34,408 Median Income
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$34,408 median income, 1.4% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.4 / 5.0
$1,127/mo rent
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $34,408
54% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 35.0%
4% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,127
3% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.2%
6% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.4%
61% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.0%
92% lower than US avg

People

Population989
Median Age42.0 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / FemaleN/A

Economy

B+
Median Income$34,408
Per Capita$34,408
Unemployment1.4%
Poverty1.0%

Housing

C
Home ValueN/A
Rent$1,127
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (15°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain38.9 in/yr
Sunny Days325/yr
Elevation823 ft (251 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.1%
Population989
Elevation823 ft (251 m)
Coordinates-33.6985°, 150.6346°
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceNew South Wales
Average Temperature58°F (15°C)
January Average65°F (18°C)
July Average49°F (10°C)
Annual Precipitation38.9 inches (988 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.4 inches (1 cm)
Median Household Income$34,408
Median Age42.0 years

Is Yellow Rock a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Yellow Rock receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Yellow Rock offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Yellow Rock is $34,408, 54% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.4%. 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 $1,127 per month.

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

Yellow Rock enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 65°F in January while summers reach 49°F in July. With 325 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Yellow Rock has a population of 989. The median age is 42.0 years, 8% 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

989
Total Population
42.0yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg

Race & Ethnicity

Yellow Rock vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Yellow Rock vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Yellow Rock is $34,408, which is 54% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $34,408 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 1.4% (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: Yellow Rock vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$34,408
54% below US avg
Per Capita Income$34,408

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.4%
61% 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 $1,127 (3% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,127
3% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied92.3%

Property Tax

In Yellow Rock, 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: Yellow Rock 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

Yellow Rock enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 65°F in January while summers reach 49°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 325 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 38.9 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 823 feet.

Temperature

65°F Jan (18°C) 49°F Jul (10°C)
Annual Average58.1°F
8% above US avg
January Average65°F (18°C)
July Average49°F (10°C)
Sunny Days325 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.9 inches
2% above US avg
Snowfall0.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.9%

Geography

Elevation823 ft (251 m)
Coordinates-33.6985°N, 150.6346°W
TimezoneAustralia/Sydney

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 65°F (18°C) 5.3 in
February 70°F (21°C) 5.3 in Warmest, Wettest
March 67°F (19°C) 4.7 in
April 62°F (17°C) 3.2 in
May 57°F (14°C) 3.0 in
June 52°F (11°C) 2.4 in
July 49°F (10°C) 1.7 in Coldest, Driest
August 52°F (11°C) 2.0 in
September 56°F (13°C) 2.1 in
October 61°F (16°C) 2.9 in
November 64°F (18°C) 3.7 in
December 68°F (20°C) 3.7 in

Yellow Rock has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F — from 49°F in July to 70°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 40.1 inches, with February being the wettest month (5.3") and July 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 Yellow Rock

What is the population of Yellow Rock?

Yellow Rock has a population of 989 residents and is located in Australia.. The median age of residents is 42.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Yellow Rock expensive to live in?

Yellow Rock 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 $34,408, 54% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $1,127 per month.

What is the weather like in Yellow Rock?

Yellow Rock enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 65°F in January, while summers reach an average of 49°F in July. The area receives 325 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 38.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Yellow Rock?

The job market in Yellow Rock is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.4% — well below the national rate of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in Yellow Rock?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,127.

How are the schools in Yellow Rock?

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

How healthy is Yellow Rock?

The obesity rate in Yellow Rock 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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