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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).

3.8 /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
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

Population684
Median Age37.5 yrs
Density2/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 Temp64°F (18°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain12.7 in/yr
Sunny Days313/yr
Elevation932 ft (284 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.1%
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 Age37.5 years

Is Bruce Rock a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bruce Rock 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. Bruce Rock 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

Bruce Rock enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 52°F in July. With 313 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 12.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

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 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

684
Total Population
2
People / sq mi
37.5yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
427.9mi²
Land Area

Race & Ethnicity

Bruce Rock vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Bruce Rock vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bruce Rock 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: Bruce Rock 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 Bruce 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: Bruce 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

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). 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 932 feet.

Temperature

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

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall12.7 inches
67% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.9%

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

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").

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 Density2/sq mi
Total Area427.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.1%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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 37.5 years.

Is Bruce Rock expensive to live in?

Bruce Rock 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 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. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Bruce Rock?

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

How are the schools in Bruce Rock?

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

How healthy is Bruce Rock?

The obesity rate in Bruce 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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