Charleston, Australia

Full City Profile

3.1 /5.0

B Good

530 Population 2/sq mi density

1,270 ft Elevation 387 meters

61°F Avg Temperature 16°C

Overall

3.1 / 5.0

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

Economy

3.2 / 5.0

$29,845 median income, 2.2% unemployment

C+

Affordability

2.9 / 5.0

$197,200 home value, $986/mo rent

Charleston, Australia

At a Glance

Median Income

$29,845

60% below

$29,845 per capita

Home Value

$197,200

30% below

Median Rent

$986/mo

15% below

Unemployment

2.2%

39% below

Avg Temperature

61°F

309 sunny days/yr

Is Charleston a Good Place to Live?

3.1 / 5.0 — Good

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

Economy & Jobs

Charleston residents earn a median household income of $29,845 , which is 60% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $29,845. The unemployment rate stands at 2.2% (39% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). The area is home to 50 business establishments.

Housing & Cost of Living

The median home value in Charleston is $197,200 , 30% below the national median of $281,900. Median rent is $986/month.

Climate & Weather

Charleston has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 70°F in January while summers reach 53°F in July. The area gets 309 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 18.4 inches.

Data Overview

People

Population530

Median Age42.0 yrs

Density2/mi²

Foreign Born6.7%

Economy

Median Income$29,845

Per Capita$29,845

Unemployment2.2%

Poverty

Avg Weekly Wage$574

Housing

C+

Home Value$197,200

Rent$986

Ownership86.2%

Housing Units212

Climate

Avg Temp61°F

Sunny Days309/yr

Rain18.4 in/yr

Elevation1,270 ft