Charters Towers City, Australia

Full City Profile

2.7 /5.0

C+ Fair

2,165 Population 1/sq mi density

1,060 ft Elevation 323 meters

74°F Avg Temperature 23°C

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Overall

2.7 / 5.0

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

Economy

2.2 / 5.0

$20,314 median income, 8.1% unemployment

Affordability

3.2 / 5.0

$124,000 home value, $620/mo rent

Charters Towers City, Australia

At a Glance

Median Income

$20,314

73% below

$20,314 per capita

Home Value

$124,000

56% below

Median Rent

$620/mo

47% below

Unemployment

8.1%

125% above

Avg Temperature

74°F

334 sunny days/yr

Is Charters Towers City a Good Place to Live?

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2.7 / 5.0 — Fair

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

Economy & Jobs

Charters Towers City residents earn a median household income of $20,314 , which is 73% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $20,314. The unemployment rate stands at 8.1% (125% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). The area is home to 206 business establishments.

Housing & Cost of Living

The median home value in Charters Towers City is $124,000 , 56% below the national median of $281,900. Median rent is $620/month.

Climate & Weather

Charters Towers City has an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winters average 78°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. The area gets 334 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 36.0 inches.

Data Overview

People

Population2,165

Median Age41.0 yrs

Density1/mi²

Foreign Born7.8%

Economy

Median Income$20,314

Per Capita$20,314

Unemployment8.1%

Poverty

Avg Weekly Wage$391

Housing

Home Value$124,000

Rent$620

Ownership57.0%

Housing Units866

Climate

Avg Temp74°F

Sunny Days334/yr

Rain36.0 in/yr

Elevation1,060 ft