Busselton, Australia

Full City Profile

2.2 /5.0

C Fair

21,898 Population 27/sq mi density

23 ft Elevation 7 meters

64°F Avg Temperature 18°C

Overall

2.2 / 5.0

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

C+

Economy

2.5 / 5.0

$21,091 median income, 5.9% unemployment

Affordability

1.8 / 5.0

$180,200 home value, $901/mo rent

Busselton, Australia

At a Glance

Median Income

$21,091

72% below

$21,091 per capita

Home Value

$180,200

36% below

Median Rent

$901/mo

23% below

Unemployment

5.9%

64% above

Avg Temperature

64°F

337 sunny days/yr

Is Busselton a Good Place to Live?

2.2 / 5.0 — Fair

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

Economy & Jobs

Busselton residents earn a median household income of $21,091 , which is 72% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $21,091. The unemployment rate stands at 5.9% (64% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). The area is home to 2,080 business establishments.

Housing & Cost of Living

The median home value in Busselton is $180,200 , 36% below the national median of $281,900. Median rent is $901/month.

Climate & Weather

Busselton has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July. The area gets 337 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 22.0 inches.

Data Overview

People

Population21,898

Median Age56.0 yrs

Density27/mi²

Foreign Born22.9%

Economy

C+

Median Income$21,091

Per Capita$21,091

Unemployment5.9%

Poverty

Avg Weekly Wage$406

Housing

Home Value$180,200

Rent$901

Ownership59.5%

Housing Units8,759

Climate

Avg Temp64°F

Sunny Days337/yr

Rain22.0 in/yr

Elevation23 ft

Did You Know?

Busselton was founded in 1832.

22.9% of residents are foreign-born.