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Adelaide city centre, Australia

South Australia · Australia

Adelaide city centre is a small city in South Australia, Australia with a population of 19,820. Elevation: 190 ft (58 m). Average temperature: 62°F (17°C).

4.2 /5.0
A Great
19,820 Population 4,894/sq mi density
190 ft Elevation 58 meters
62°F Avg Temperature 17°C
36.7 in Annual Rain
Australia / Adelaide Timezone
$65,058 Median Income
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$65,058 median income, 4.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$225,400 home value, $1,127/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population19,820
Median Age37.5 yrs
Density4,894/mi²

Economy

B+
Median Income$65,058
Per Capita$65,058
Unemployment4.1%

Housing

A+
Home Value$225,400
Rent$1,127
Ownership66.0%
Housing Units7,928

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (17°C)
Rain36.7 in/yr
Sunny Days318/yr
Elevation190 ft (58 m)
Population19,820
Population Density4,894 / sq mi
Elevation190 ft (58 m)
Coordinates-34.9287°, 138.6033°
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 Household Income$65,058
Median Age37.5 years

About Adelaide city centre

Adelaide city centre is a small city in Australia (South Australia) with a population of 19,820. The city sits at an elevation of 190 feet (58 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 62°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 72°F in January to 53°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 36.7 inches. The timezone is Australia/Adelaide.

Adelaide city centre has a population of 19,820 with a density of 4,894 people per square mile, spread across 4.1 square miles. The median age is 37.5 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

19,820
Total Population
4,894
People / sq mi
37.5yrs
Median Age
4% below Australia avg
4.1mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Adelaide city centre vs Australia Average

The median household income in Adelaide city centre is $65,058, which is 13% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $65,058 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,251, 13% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.1% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 1,883 business establishments.

Income: Adelaide city centre vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$65,058
13% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$65,058
Avg Weekly Wage$1,251

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.1%
14% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)1,883

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Adelaide city centre is $225,400, 20% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,127 (3% below the national average of $1,163). 66.0% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 7,928 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.5x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$225,400
20% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership66.0%
Owner-Occupied66.0%
Renter-Occupied34.0%
Housing Units7,928

Property Tax

Climate in Adelaide city centre

Adelaide city centre has an average annual temperature of 16.9°C (62°F). The hottest month is Jan (23°C), the coldest is Jul (11.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 421 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 23°C / 73°F 16.9° / 29° 17.8
Feb 22.6°C / 73°F 16.9° / 28.4° 18.7
Mar 20.2°C / 68°F 14.8° / 25.7° 18.9
Apr 17.3°C / 63°F 12.2° / 22.4° 30.5
May 14.3°C / 58°F 9.9° / 18.7° 46.7
Jun 11.9°C / 53°F 7.8° / 16° 58.9
Jul 11.2°C / 52°F 7.3° / 15.2° 51.2
Aug 11.9°C / 53°F 7.6° / 16.2° 49.2
Sep 14.2°C / 58°F 9.5° / 18.9° 48.0
Oct 16.2°C / 61°F 11° / 21.5° 34.5
Nov 19.2°C / 67°F 13.7° / 24.8° 24.8
Dec 20.8°C / 69°F 15.1° / 26.5° 22.1
Adelaide city centre 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. The city sits at an elevation of 190 feet.

Temperature

72°F Jan (22°C) 53°F Jul (12°C)
Annual Average61.7°F
14% above Australia avg
January Average72°F (22°C)
July Average53°F (12°C)
Sunny Days318 days/yr

Geography

Elevation190 ft (58 m)
Area4.1 sq mi (10.5 km²)
Population Density4,894/sq mi
Coordinates-34.9287°N, 138.6033°W
TimezoneAustralia/Adelaide

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 36.7"
3% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 2.99"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.71"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

17 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M3.0 on Mar 29, 2022.

Mar 5, 1997 5 km ESE of Burra, Australia M4.8 143 km
May 14, 2020 15 km WSW of Burra, Australia M4.4 137 km
Aug 17, 1991 21 km NE of Kapunda, Australia M4.1 92 km
Mar 5, 2022 3 km SW of Mount Barker, Australia M4.0 28 km
Feb 1, 2017 9 km NW of Murray Bridge, Australia M3.9 56 km
Apr 16, 2010 2 km N of Macclesfield, Australia M3.8 33 km
Jan 22, 1999 36 km SSE of Burra, Australia M3.8 114 km
May 9, 2001 28 km SSW of Minlaton, Australia M3.5 103 km
May 23, 2004 17 km NE of Nuriootpa, Australia M3.3 80 km
Oct 18, 2011 3 km ESE of Hawthorndene, Australia M3.3 13 km
Mar 11, 2000 16 km NE of Balaklava, Australia M3.0 100 km
Mar 29, 2022 3 km ESE of Macclesfield, Australia M3.0 37 km
May 2, 2003 26 km ENE of Kadina, Australia M2.9 130 km
Jul 8, 2007 26 km SW of Normanville, Australia M2.8 88 km
Aug 3, 2007 23 km SSE of Burra, Australia M2.7 125 km
Sep 22, 2003 11 km SSE of Normanville, Australia M2.7 72 km
Jun 12, 2007 26 km E of Angaston, Australia M2.5 82 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1902 KANGAROO ISLAND Earthquake 56 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 72°F (22°C) 0.9 in
February 72°F (22°C) 0.7 in Warmest, Driest
March 68°F (20°C) 1.0 in
April 62°F (17°C) 1.7 in
May 58°F (14°C) 2.3 in
June 53°F (12°C) 2.7 in
July 53°F (12°C) 3.0 in Coldest, Wettest
August 53°F (12°C) 2.6 in
September 56°F (14°C) 2.4 in
October 61°F (16°C) 1.9 in
November 65°F (18°C) 1.1 in
December 69°F (20°C) 1.1 in

Adelaide city centre has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 53°F in July to 72°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 21.4 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.0") and February the driest (0.7").

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Schools in Adelaide city centre

10 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
CBC Junior
University Senior College
Terry Simpson Studios
The Robert Henshall Sports Centre
Pulteney Grammar School
Gilles Street Primary School
Gilles Street Primary School
Gilles Street Primary School
Christian Brothers College
St Aloysius College
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Radio Stations near Adelaide city centre

17 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Triple M Adelaide 80s, rock AAC+ 33 kbps
ABC Radio Adelaide news, talkback AAC 94 kbps
5MBS 99.9FM adelaide, blues MP3 128 kbps
ABC Triple J (SA) abc, alternative AAC+ 56 kbps
Fresh 92.7 (192kbps) dance, electronic MP3 192 kbps
ABC Classic FM (SA) classical, news AAC 238 kbps
5MBS MP3 128 kbps
Smooth FM Adelaide (AAC+ 320k) commercial, easy listening AAC+ 320 kbps
Radio Italiana 531 MP3 192 kbps
Tripple M Adelaide (128kbps) 80's, rock AAC 130 kbps
Lofty 88.9 AAC 24 kbps
Smooth FM Adelaide (MP3) commercial, easy listening MP3 96 kbps
Smooth FM Adelaide (AAC+ 128k) commercial, easy listening AAC+ 128 kbps
WOW FM 100.5 AAC 64 kbps
Smooth FM Adelaide (AAC+ 48k) commercial, easy listening AAC+ 48 kbps
5EBI 103.1 FM mix AAC 192 kbps
5MBS 99.9FM (AAC 64) adelaide, blues AAC 64 kbps

Museums in Adelaide city centre

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Adelaide Tramway Museum
Arcade Museum
Australian Heritage Services
Ayers House - National Trust
Bay Discovery Centre
Beaumont House - National Trust
Carrick Hill
Charles Sturt Museum
Classic Jet Fighter Museum
Gamble Cottage-National Trust
Marion Historic Village Museum
Migration Museum South Australia
MOD.
Museum of Economic Botany
National Military Vehicle Museum
National Rail Museum
Old Highercombe Hotel And Folk Museum National Trust
R. M. Williams Outback Heritage Museum
RA&HS Museum & Archives
Salisbury Water Wheel Museum
Sir Thomas Playford ETSA Museum
South Australian Aviation Museum
South Australian Maritime Museum
South Australian Museum
Stangate House and Garden - National Trust
Tandanya Aboriginal Cultural Centre
Uniting Church in Australia History Centre
Unley Museum
Vickers Vimy Exhibition
Winns Bakehouse - National Trust
Winns Bakehouse Museum

Libraries in Adelaide city centre

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Barr Smith Library0.0
BFPS Library0.0
BFPS Library0.0
Blackwood Library0.0
Brighton Library - City of Holdfast Bay0.0
Burnside Library0.0
Burnside Library0.0
Campbelltown Library0.0
City Library0.0
City Library0.0
City of Tea Tree Gully Library0.0
Civic Library0.0
Coventry Memorial Library0.0
Enfield Library0.0
Enfield Library0.0
Flinders University Central Library0.0
Glenelg Community Library0.0
Glenelg Community Library0.0
Goodwood Library0.0
Greenacres Library0.0
Hindmarsh Library0.0
Hutt Street Library0.0
Hutt Street Library0.0
Ingle Farm Library0.0
Jeffrey Smart Building0.0
Kensignton and Norwood Public Library0.0
Kensignton and Norwood Public Library0.0
Len Beadell (Salisbury) Library0.0
Library0.0
Marion Cultural Centre Library0.0
Mawson Lakes Library0.0
Mitcham Memorial Library0.0
Ngutungka West Lakes (Community Hub and Library)0.0
Noarlunga Library0.0
North Adelaide Library0.0
Paradise Primary School Library0.0
Park Holme Library0.0
Parks Library0.0
Parks Library0.0
Playford Civic Centre Library0.0
Port Adelaide Library0.0
Port Adelaide-Enfield Council Library, Semaphore Branch0.0
Prospect Library0.0
Public Library0.0
Public Library0.0
Schrader Libraray0.0
Schrader Libraray0.0
State Library of South Australia0.0
Sturt Library0.0
Unley Library0.0
Unley Library0.0
Walkerville Library0.0
Walkerville Library0.0
West Torrens Library0.0
Woodcroft Library0.0
Woodville Library and Civic Centre0.0
Woodville Library and Civic Centre0.0

Farmers Markets in Adelaide city centre

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Adelaide Central Markets
Adelaide Farmers’ Market
Adelaide Farmers’ Market
Brickworks Market
Farm Fresh Market Parafield Airport
The People’s Market

Hotels in Adelaide city centre

10 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Adabco Boutique Hotel
Hotel Alba Adelaide
Ibis Hotel
La Loft Mansions on Pulteney
Majestic Roof Garden Hotel
Mantra on Hindmarsh
Pullman Hotels
SOHO Hotel
The Terrace Hotel
TRYP by Wyndham

Restaurants in Adelaide city centre

75 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

A Hereford Beefstouw
Ajisen Ramen
Amalfi Pizzeria Restaurant
Art Gallery Food + Wine
Asia Feast
Bai Long Store
Ballaboosta
BB Steak & Korean Tasty
Bun Cha
Cafe Michael II
Chakna Tandoori Bites
Cherry Blossom
Chianti
City Yum Cha & BBQ Cafe
Crave
Culshaw's Restaurant
Dumpling Spot
El Mexicano Kitchen and Bar
Eros
Est Ouvest
Etica
Fasta Pasta
Greek on Halifax
Gunbae
Hanoi Alley
Happy Bite Snack Bar
Hawker Walker
Hey Jupiter
Hide and Seek
House of Chow
Hut and Soul Eatery
Indian Delights
Jack & Jill's
Jasmine
Katsumoto
Kiin
La Taberna
Laksa House
Le Pas Sage
Lenox Av
Louca's
Michiru Sushi Bar
Mr Bulgogi Korean Restaurant
Mr. Goodles
Mylk Bar
Nano Cafe
Nonna and I
Olive
Oriental Dumpling King
Oui Chef
Penang Hawkers Corner
Ragini's
Rascals Deli and Wine Bar
Reno's Bistro
Room 19
Salt
San Giorgios
Schnithouse
Snowwwww Skewers Bar
SOI 38
Soonta
Staazi & Co
Stone Milled
Storehouse
Sui Yuang
Sumo Station
Sunflower
Sushi Sushi
Taikunthi
ThaiChef
Toyama
Umai Kitchen
Viet Menu
VON Modern Thai
Yiros House

Cafes in Adelaide city centre

80 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

A Mothers Milk
Abbots & Kinney
Adelaide Coffee Bar
Ayla's Cafe
Bean and Gone
Bean Bar
Biga Panificio
Blame Jason
Bluprint
Bocelli
Bomdia Bowls
Boost Juice
BTS Cafe
Cafe Brunelli
Carton Deli
Ciao Cafe
Cibo Espresso
Clio Cafe
Coffee & Croissant
Coffee Crowd
Coffeelosophy
DAYJOB
Diaspora
Double Shot Espresso Bar
East Mediterranean Eatery
Exchange Coffee
Fiefy's
Flinders Street Project
Florice Cafe
Fresco-Bah
Fresh Bites
Funk
Funk
Funk Coffee + Food
Funk Coffee+Food
Gong Cha
Grind & Press
Halifax Cafe
Hello Sarnie
Hey Darling
Intersection Traders
Jamaica Blue
Kafin
L'Incontro
Lena's
Lets Brunch
Loaded Corner Cafe
Love Your Mamma
Lunch on Angas
Meli
Merantau Cafe
Miss Mai
Mister Pigeon
Momz Kitchen
Monday's
Muffin Break
Osteria Oggi
Ovo
Parco
Penny University
Peppinos
plenty
QC on Angas
Scootz
Seed and Stone Salad Bar
Seoul Sisters
Signature Coffee
Soul Origin
State Library Cafe
Sway
Swordsman's Kitchen
Sylvia's Cafe
Taste Baguette
The Caf
The Coffee Spot
The Old Croissant Factory
Two-Bit Villains
Veggie Vie
Vego & Love'n It
Work

Cinemas in Adelaide city centre

1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Palace Nova Cinema

Theatres in Adelaide city centre

2 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bakehouse Theatre
Little Theatre

Clinics in Adelaide city centre

8 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Adelaide Private Surgeons
Adelaide Sexual Health Centre
Chest Clinic Building
Forward Medical GP Clinic
Headspace
Sonic HealthPlus
Vitality Healthcare Medical Centre
Wakefield Medical Clinic

Dentists in Adelaide city centre

4 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bupa Dental
Dental Care on Pulteney
Dental Care Professionals
Perfect Smile

Gas Stations in Adelaide city centre

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

OTR Pulteney Street

Banks in Adelaide city centre

6 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

ANZ
Bendigo
BOQ
HSBC
People First Bank
Poice Credit Union

Shopping Malls in Adelaide city centre

11 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Adelaide Arcade
Adelaide Central Plaza
Charles Street Plaza
Citi Centre Arcade
City Cross Arcade
Gay's Arcade
Parc Arcade
Regent Arcade
Renaissance Arcade
Rundle Place
Twin Plaza Arcade

Gyms in Adelaide city centre

5 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Aleenta
Derrimut 24:7 Gym - Rundle Mall
Fitstop
Freedom Fitness
Zap Fitness

Breweries in Adelaide city centre

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Brew Boys
Crafty Robot Brewing
Crafty Robot Brewing
Gulf Brewery
Left Barrel Brewery
Pirate Life
Yellow Matter
Yellow Matter

Stadiums & Teams in Adelaide city centre

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Airports Near Adelaide city centre

25 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Adelaide International AirportADLLarge Airport
RAAF Base EdinburghMedium Airport
Adelaide Parafield AirportSmall Airport
Aldinga AirportSmall Airport
Aldinga private airstripSmall Airport
Ardrossan AirportSmall Airport
Calvin Grove AirportSmall Airport
Cherry Gardens AirstripSmall Airport
Claremont AirbaseSmall Airport
Gawler AirportSmall Airport
Goolwa AirportSmall Airport
Hindmarsh International AirportSmall Airport
Hindmarsh Island private stripSmall Airport
Huntfield AirfieldSmall Airport
Kapunda AirportSmall Airport
Lower Light AirportSmall Airport
Lyndoch AirportSmall Airport
Murray Bridge AirportSmall Airport
Rollo's AerodromeSmall Airport
Rowland Flat AirstripSmall Airport
Sedan AirfieldSmall Airport
Steinfeld AirfieldSmall Airport
Stonefield GlidingSmall Airport
Strathalbyn AirportSmall Airport
Woodside AirstripSmall Airport

Post Offices in Adelaide city centre

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Australia Post

Treatment Centers in Adelaide city centre

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Salisbury Primary Health Care Services

Churches & Religious Organizations in Adelaide city centre

7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Bethlehem Lutheran Church
Christadelphian Temple
Flinders Street Baptist Church
Scots Church
St Mary Magdalene's Church
St Stephen's Lutheran Church
St. Francis Xavier Cathedral

Quick Facts

Timezone
Australia/Adelaide

🇦🇺 About Australia

Capital Canberra
Population 24,992,369
Area 7,686,850 km²
GDP (USD) $1,734,451,264,656
GDP per capita $65,058
HDI 0.946
Life expectancy 83.1 years
Internet users 97.1%
Urban population 87.5%
Currency AUD (Dollar)
Languages English
Calling code +61
TLD .au
Driving side left

Public Holidays in Australia

25 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Jan 26 Australia Day Australia Day
Mar 2 Labour Day Labour Day
Mar 9 Adelaide Cup Day Adelaide Cup Day
Mar 9 Canberra Day Canberra Day
Mar 9 Eight Hours Day Eight Hours Day
Mar 9 Labour Day Labour Day
Apr 3 Good Friday Good Friday
Apr 4 Holy Saturday Easter Eve
Apr 5 Easter Sunday Easter Sunday
Apr 6 Easter Monday Easter Monday
Apr 25 Anzac Day Anzac Day
Apr 27 Anzac Day Anzac Day
May 4 Labour Day Labour Day
May 4 May Day May Day
Jun 1 Reconciliation Day Reconciliation Day
Jun 1 Western Australia Day Western Australia Day
Jun 8 King's Birthday King's Birthday
Aug 3 Picnic Day Picnic Day
Sep 28 King's Birthday King's Birthday
Oct 5 King's Birthday King's Birthday
Oct 5 Labour Day Labour Day
Nov 3 Melbourne Cup Melbourne Cup
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day
Dec 28 St. Stephen's Day Boxing Day

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Frequently Asked Questions About Adelaide city centre

What is the population of Adelaide city centre?

Adelaide city centre has a population of 19,820 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 4,894 people per square mile, spread across 4.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 37.5 years.

Is Adelaide city centre expensive to live in?

The median household income is $65,058, 13% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $225,400 (20% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,127 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Adelaide city centre?

Adelaide city centre 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.

How is the job market in Adelaide city centre?

Adelaide city centre has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.1%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,251. There are 1,883 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Adelaide city centre?

The median home value in Adelaide city centre is $225,400. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,127. The homeownership rate is 66.0%.

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