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Brookton, Australia

Western Australia · 🇦🇺 Australia

Brookton is a small town in Western Australia, Australia with a population of 754. Elevation: 807 ft (246 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
754 Population 3/sq mi density
807 ft Elevation 246 meters
63°F Avg Temperature 17°C
16.7 in Annual Rain
Australia / Perth 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

Population754
Median Age37.5 yrs
Density3/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 Temp63°F (17°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain16.7 in/yr
Sunny Days306/yr
Elevation807 ft (246 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.1%
Population754
Population Density3 / sq mi
Elevation807 ft (246 m)
Coordinates-32.3724°, 117.0105°
TimezoneAustralia/Perth
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceWestern Australia
Average Temperature63°F (17°C)
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average51°F (11°C)
Annual Precipitation16.7 inches (424 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age37.5 years

Is Brookton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Brookton 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. Brookton 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

Brookton enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 75°F in January while summers reach 51°F in July. With 306 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 16.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Brookton has a population of 754 with a density of 3 people per square mile, spread across 224.3 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

754
Total Population
3
People / sq mi
37.5yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
224.3mi²
Land Area

Race & Ethnicity

Brookton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Brookton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Brookton 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: Brookton 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 Brookton, 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: Brookton 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

Brookton enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 75°F in January while summers reach 51°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 306 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 16.7 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 807 feet.

Temperature

75°F Jan (24°C) 51°F Jul (11°C)
Annual Average62.5°F
16% above US avg
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average51°F (11°C)
Sunny Days306 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall16.7 inches
56% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.9%

Geography

Elevation807 ft (246 m)
Area224.3 sq mi (580.9 km²)
Population Density3/sq mi
Coordinates-32.3724°N, 117.0105°W
TimezoneAustralia/Perth

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 75°F (24°C) 0.6 in Warmest
February 75°F (24°C) 0.8 in
March 72°F (22°C) 0.6 in
April 65°F (18°C) 1.0 in
May 58°F (14°C) 2.0 in
June 53°F (12°C) 3.0 in Wettest
July 51°F (11°C) 3.0 in Coldest
August 51°F (11°C) 2.3 in
September 54°F (12°C) 1.5 in
October 59°F (15°C) 0.9 in
November 66°F (19°C) 0.7 in
December 72°F (22°C) 0.4 in Driest

Brookton has a seasonal temperature swing of 24°F — from 51°F in July to 75°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 16.7 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.0") and December the driest (0.4").

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 Density3/sq mi
Total Area224.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.1%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Brookton

What is the population of Brookton?

Brookton has a population of 754 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 224.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 37.5 years.

Is Brookton expensive to live in?

Brookton 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 Brookton?

Brookton enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 51°F in July. The area receives 306 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 16.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Brookton?

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

How are the schools in Brookton?

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

How healthy is Brookton?

The obesity rate in Brookton 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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