Aurukun, Australia

Full City Profile

2.5 /5.0

C+ Fair

1,282 Population

59 ft Elevation 18 meters

79°F Avg Temperature 26°C

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Overall

2.5 / 5.0

Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

Economy

1.9 / 5.0

$11,188 median income, 17.1% unemployment

Affordability

3.1 / 5.0

$70,400 home value, $352/mo rent

Aurukun, Australia

At a Glance

Median Income

$11,188

85% below

$11,188 per capita

Home Value

$70,400

75% below

Median Rent

$352/mo

70% below

Unemployment

17.1%

375% above

Avg Temperature

79°F

236 sunny days/yr

Is Aurukun a Good Place to Live?

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2.5 / 5.0 — Fair

Based on economy, affordability, safety, and education metrics compared to national averages.

Economy & Jobs

Aurukun residents earn a median household income of $11,188 , which is 85% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $11,188. The unemployment rate stands at 17.1% (375% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). The area is home to 122 business establishments.

Housing & Cost of Living

The median home value in Aurukun is $70,400 , 75% below the national median of $281,900. Median rent is $352/month.

Climate & Weather

Aurukun has an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 81°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. The area gets 236 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 64.6 inches.

Data Overview

People

Population1,282

Median Age29.0 yrs

Foreign Born1.5%

Economy

Median Income$11,188

Per Capita$11,188

Unemployment17.1%

Poverty

Avg Weekly Wage$215

Housing

Home Value$70,400

Rent$352

Ownership66.0%

Housing Units513

Climate

Avg Temp79°F

Sunny Days236/yr

Rain64.6 in/yr

Elevation59 ft