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Bruce Rock, Australia

Western Australia · Australia

Bruce Rock is a small town in Western Australia, Australia with a population of 684. Elevation: 932 ft (284 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
684 Population 2/sq mi density
932 ft Elevation 284 meters
64°F Avg Temperature 18°C
12.7 in Annual Rain
Australia / Perth Timezone
$25,215 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$25,215 median income, 4.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$90,200 home value, $451/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population684
Median Age49.0 yrs
Density2/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$25,215
Per Capita$25,215
Unemployment4.5%

Housing

A+
Home Value$90,200
Rent$451
Ownership73.9%
Housing Units274

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
Rain12.7 in/yr
Sunny Days313/yr
Elevation932 ft (284 m)
Population684
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation932 ft (284 m)
Coordinates-31.8805°, 118.1475°
TimezoneAustralia/Perth
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceWestern Australia
Average Temperature64°F (18°C)
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average52°F (11°C)
Annual Precipitation12.7 inches (322 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$25,215
Median Age49.0 years

About Bruce Rock

Bruce Rock is a small town in Australia (Western Australia) with a population of 684. The city sits at an elevation of 932 feet (284 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 64°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 52°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 12.7 inches. The timezone is Australia/Perth.

Bruce Rock has a population of 684 with a density of 2 people per square mile, spread across 427.9 square miles. The median age is 49.0 years, 26% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

684
Total Population
2
People / sq mi
49.0yrs
Median Age
26% above Australia avg
427.9mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Bruce Rock vs Australia Average

The median household income in Bruce Rock is $25,215, which is 66% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $25,215 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $485, 66% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.5% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 65 business establishments.

Income: Bruce Rock vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$25,215
66% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$25,215
Avg Weekly Wage$485

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.5%
25% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)65

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Bruce Rock is $90,200, 68% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $451 (61% below the national average of $1,163). 73.9% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 274 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.6x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$90,200
68% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$451
61% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership73.9%
Owner-Occupied73.9%
Renter-Occupied26.1%
Housing Units274

Property Tax

Climate in Bruce Rock

Bruce Rock has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 329 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F — / — 24.9
Feb 0°C / 32°F — / — 17.5
Mar 0°C / 32°F — / — 22.1
Apr 0°C / 32°F — / — 20.9
May 0°C / 32°F — / — 29.4
Jun 0°C / 32°F — / — 42.0
Jul 0°C / 32°F — / — 47.1
Aug 0°C / 32°F — / — 46.0
Sep 0°C / 32°F — / — 26.2
Oct 0°C / 32°F — / — 18.7
Nov 0°C / 32°F — / — 19.7
Dec 0°C / 32°F — / — 14.1
Bruce Rock enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 52°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 313 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 12.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 932 feet.

Temperature

77°F Jan (25°C) 52°F Jul (11°C)
Annual Average64.0°F
19% above Australia avg
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average52°F (11°C)
Sunny Days313 days/yr

Geography

Elevation932 ft (284 m)
Area427.9 sq mi (1,108.2 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates-31.8805°N, 118.1475°W
TimezoneAustralia/Perth

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 12.7"
67% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 1.93"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.43"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

47 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.2. Most recent: M4.1 on Jul 27, 2025.

Jan 17, 1990 30 km E of Northam, Australia M5.2 111 km
Mar 27, 1997 37 km W of Merredin, Australia M4.6 57 km
Aug 18, 2024 62 km WNW of Merredin, Australia M4.6 83 km
Jan 3, 2017 98 km N of Merredin, Australia M4.5 144 km
Aug 18, 2024 70 km WNW of Merredin, Australia M4.4 92 km
Mar 27, 2025 57 km WNW of Merredin, Australia M4.2 81 km
Jan 24, 2022 29 km NE of Narrogin, Australia M4.2 121 km
Jan 5, 2022 41 km E of Narrogin, Australia M4.2 131 km
Oct 2, 2024 50 km NW of Merredin, Australia M4.1 79 km
Jul 27, 2025 32 km NW of Merredin, Australia M4.1 68 km
Aug 21, 2022 117 km NW of Merredin, Australia M4.1 144 km
Aug 31, 1997 40 km WNW of Merredin, Australia M4.1 60 km
Mar 17, 1990 74 km ENE of Wagin, Australia M4.0 133 km
Jan 25, 2025 59 km ENE of York, Australia M4.0 79 km
Mar 24, 2003 36 km NE of York, Australia M4.0 102 km
Sep 3, 1997 34 km WNW of Merredin, Australia M4.0 63 km
Jan 20, 1993 45 km E of Northam, Australia M3.9 97 km
May 3, 2008 84 km NE of Northam, Australia M3.7 109 km
Mar 15, 1999 35 km NE of York, Australia M3.7 105 km
Jan 5, 1998 41 km ENE of Northam, Australia M3.6 105 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 77°F (25°C) 0.6 in Warmest
February 77°F (25°C) 0.8 in
March 73°F (23°C) 0.7 in
April 66°F (19°C) 0.9 in
May 59°F (15°C) 1.6 in
June 54°F (12°C) 1.9 in Wettest
July 52°F (11°C) 1.8 in Coldest
August 52°F (11°C) 1.5 in
September 56°F (13°C) 1.1 in
October 61°F (16°C) 0.7 in
November 68°F (20°C) 0.7 in
December 74°F (23°C) 0.4 in Driest

Bruce Rock has a seasonal temperature swing of 25°F / from 52°F in July to 77°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 12.7 inches, with June being the wettest month (1.9") and December the driest (0.4").

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Schools in Bruce Rock

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Bruce Rock District High School — — — —
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Radio Stations near Bruce Rock

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Bruce Rock

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Bruce Rock Museum
Machinery Museum

Restaurants in Bruce Rock

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bruce Rock Roadhouse

Cafes in Bruce Rock

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bruce Rock Cafe

Train Stations in Bruce Rock

3 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ardath
Bruce Rock
Korbelka

Gas Stations in Bruce Rock

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Great Southern Fuels 24Hr Card

Golf Courses in Bruce Rock

3 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ardath Golf Course
Bruce Rock Golf Course
Narembeen Golf Course

Airports Near Bruce Rock

9 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bruce Rock Airport—Small Airport
Corrigin Airport—Small Airport
Hyden Airport—Small Airport
Kellerberrin Airport—Small Airport
Kondinin Airport—Small Airport
Merredin Airport—Small Airport
Narembeen Airport—Small Airport
Quairading Airport—Small Airport
Westonia Airport—Small Airport

Post Offices in Bruce Rock

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Bruce Rock LPO

Churches & Religious Organizations in Bruce Rock

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
St Mary's
St Peters Anglican Church

Quick Facts

Timezone
Australia/Perth

🇦🇺 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 Bruce Rock

What is the population of Bruce Rock?

Bruce Rock has a population of 684 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 427.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 49.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Bruce Rock expensive to live in?

The median household income is $25,215, 66% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $90,200 (68% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $451 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.6x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Bruce Rock?

Bruce Rock enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 52°F in July. The area receives 313 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 12.7 inches.

How is the job market in Bruce Rock?

Bruce Rock has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.5%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $485. There are 65 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Bruce Rock?

The median home value in Bruce Rock is $90,200. For renters, the median monthly rent is $451. The homeownership rate is 73.9%.

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