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Clarkson, Australia

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Clarkson is a small city in Western Australia, Australia with a population of 13,904. Elevation: 92 ft (28 m). Average temperature: 66°F (19°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
13,904 Population 5,453/sq mi density
92 ft Elevation 28 meters
66°F Avg Temperature 19°C
18.6 in Annual Rain
Australia / Perth Timezone
$27,986 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$27,986 median income, 6.5% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.7 / 5.0
$197,200 home value, $986/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population13,904
Median Age34.0 yrs
Density5,453/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$27,986
Per Capita$27,986
Unemployment6.5%

Housing

C+
Home Value$197,200
Rent$986
Ownership68.8%
Housing Units5,562

Climate

Avg Temp66°F (19°C)
Rain18.6 in/yr
Sunny Days349/yr
Elevation92 ft (28 m)
Population13,904
Population Density5,453 / sq mi
Elevation92 ft (28 m)
Coordinates-31.6828°, 115.7247°
TimezoneAustralia/Perth
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceWestern Australia
Average Temperature66°F (19°C)
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Annual Precipitation18.6 inches (472 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$27,986
Median Age34.0 years

About Clarkson

Clarkson is a small city in Australia (Western Australia) with a population of 13,904. The city sits at an elevation of 92 feet (28 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 66°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 75°F in January to 57°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 18.6 inches. The timezone is Australia/Perth.

Clarkson has a population of 13,904 with a density of 5,453 people per square mile, spread across 2.6 square miles. The median age is 34.0 years, 13% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

13,904
Total Population
5,453
People / sq mi
34.0yrs
Median Age
13% below Australia avg
2.6mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Clarkson vs Australia Average

The median household income in Clarkson is $27,986, which is 63% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $27,986 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $538, 62% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 6.5% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 1,321 business establishments.

Income: Clarkson vs Australia

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$27,986
63% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$27,986
Avg Weekly Wage$538

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.5%
81% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)1,321

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Clarkson is $197,200, 30% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $986 (15% below the national average of $1,163). 68.8% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 5,562 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 7x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$197,200
30% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$986
15% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership68.8%
Owner-Occupied68.8%
Renter-Occupied31.2%
Housing Units5,562

Property Tax

Climate in Clarkson

Clarkson has an average annual temperature of 19.1°C (66°F). The hottest month is Feb (25.6°C), the coldest is Jul (13.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 598 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 25.3°C / 78°F 17.1° / 33.5° 7.1
Feb 25.6°C / 78°F 17.8° / 33.4° 11.9
Mar 23.8°C / 75°F 16.3° / 31.3° 20.0
Apr 20.2°C / 68°F 13.3° / 27.1° 33.0
May 16.8°C / 62°F 10.8° / 22.8° 60.8
Jun 14.3°C / 58°F 9.1° / 19.5° 93.0
Jul 13.1°C / 56°F 7.9° / 18.3° 146.3
Aug 13.6°C / 56°F 8.3° / 18.9° 105.7
Sep 14.7°C / 58°F 8.8° / 20.6° 59.7
Oct 17.4°C / 63°F 10.6° / 24.2° 32.4
Nov 20.6°C / 69°F 12.8° / 28.3° 18.6
Dec 23.4°C / 74°F 15.2° / 31.6° 9.3
Clarkson enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 75°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 349 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 18.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 92 feet.

Temperature

75°F Jan (24°C) 57°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average66.4°F
23% above Australia avg
January Average75°F (24°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Sunny Days349 days/yr

Geography

Elevation92 ft (28 m)
Area2.6 sq mi (6.6 km²)
Population Density5,453/sq mi
Coordinates-31.6828°N, 115.7247°W
TimezoneAustralia/Perth

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 18.6"
51% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 5.98"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.31"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

16 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.2. Most recent: M3.0 on Jun 2, 2005.

Jan 17, 1990 30 km E of Northam, Australia M5.2 120 km
Dec 20, 1996 61 km N of Toodyay, Australia M4.5 111 km
Mar 24, 2003 36 km NE of York, Australia M4.0 129 km
Jan 20, 1993 45 km E of Northam, Australia M3.9 136 km
Mar 15, 1999 35 km NE of York, Australia M3.7 126 km
Jan 5, 1998 41 km ENE of Northam, Australia M3.6 131 km
Apr 23, 1992 68 km NNE of Toodyay, Australia M3.3 127 km
Jun 2, 2005 52 km ENE of Northam, Australia M3.0 142 km
May 6, 2005 5 km NW of Bullsbrook, Australia M2.8 23 km
Jul 18, 2003 42 km N of Toodyay, Australia M2.8 97 km
Mar 15, 2005 46 km NE of Boddington, Australia M2.7 141 km
Jun 12, 2002 30 km SSE of Beverley, Australia M2.7 150 km
May 12, 2005 31 km ENE of Beverley, Australia M2.6 143 km
Apr 15, 2005 10 km SSW of York, Australia M2.5 99 km
Jun 14, 2002 30 km SSE of Beverley, Australia M2.5 148 km
Aug 11, 2003 25 km ENE of Beverley, Australia M2.5 139 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

1 hurricane (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 1. Most recent: Seroja (2021).

Year Name Category Closest
2021 Seroja Category 1 254 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 75°F (24°C) 0.5 in
February 76°F (25°C) 0.7 in Warmest
March 74°F (23°C) 0.7 in
April 68°F (20°C) 1.4 in
May 62°F (17°C) 3.8 in
June 58°F (14°C) 5.6 in
July 57°F (14°C) 6.0 in Wettest
August 57°F (14°C) 4.4 in Coldest
September 59°F (15°C) 2.9 in
October 62°F (17°C) 1.7 in
November 67°F (19°C) 0.9 in
December 72°F (22°C) 0.3 in Driest

Clarkson has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 57°F in August to 76°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 28.9 inches, with July being the wettest month (6.0") and December the driest (0.3").

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Schools in Clarkson

6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Balett - - - -
Saint Andrew’s Catholic Primary School - - - -
Clarkson Primary School - - - -
Clarkson Community High School - - - -
Youth Futures Community School Clarkson - - - -
Somerly Primary School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Clarkson

11 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Curtin Radio - A lifetime of music adult contemporary, music AAC+ 64 kbps
ABC Triple J (WA) contemporary, indi AAC+ 56 kbps
Triple M Perth rock AAC 130 kbps
ABC Perth variety AAC 94 kbps
ABC Radio Perth - AAC+ 56 kbps
SonshineFM christian AAC+ 128 kbps
Capital Community Radio 101.7FM golden music, golden oldies MP3 192 kbps
96fm - AAC+ 48 kbps
Noongar Radio aboriginal, australia AAC+ 32 kbps
SonshineFM Extra christian AAC+ 128 kbps
MyFM Perth punk, ska MP3 320 kbps

Museums in Clarkson

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Motor Museum of Western Australia
Museum of Natural History
Railway Museum
Railway Museum
Revolutions
Tractor Musem

Libraries in Clarkson

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Altone Park Public Library0.0
Ballajura Libary0.0
Bassendean Memorial Library0.0
Bayswater Library0.0
Bayswater Library0.0
Clarkson Library0.0
Dianella Library0.0
Duncraig Library0.0
Duncraig SHS Library0.0
Edith Cowan University Library Mount Lawley (Building 8)0.0
Elizabeth Myles Library0.0
Ellenbrook Public Library0.0
FamilyHistoryWA0.0
FamilyHistoryWA0.0
Forrest Library0.0
Forrest Library0.0
Girrawheen Library0.0
Guildford Public Library0.0
Inglewood Library0.0
Joondalup Library0.0
Karrinyup Public Library0.0
Maylands Public Library0.0
Maylands Public Library0.0
Mirrabooka Library0.0
Mirrabooka Library0.0
Morley Public Library0.0
Morley Public Library0.0
Osborne Park Library0.0
Osborne Park Library0.0
Scarborough Library0.0
School library0.0
Wanneroo Library and Cultural Centre0.0
Whitford's Library0.0
Woodvale public library0.0

Farmers Markets in Clarkson

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Malaga Markets
Morley Markets
Scarborough Sunset Markets

Cafes in Clarkson

3 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Brewed Awakening
San Churro
Small Asian Cafe

Dentists in Clarkson

1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Allied Dental

Train Stations in Clarkson

1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Clarkson

Gas Stations in Clarkson

3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

BP Clarkson
Puma
United

Banks in Clarkson

2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

NAB
Westpac

Gyms in Clarkson

2 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Any Bodies
FORM Training

Stadiums & Teams in Clarkson

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Clarkson

12 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Perth International AirportPERLarge Airport
Perth Jandakot AirportJADMedium Airport
RAAF Base Pearce-Medium Airport
Beermullah Airstrip-Small Airport
Bindoon Hill Airstrip-Small Airport
Chittering Airstrip-Small Airport
Greenside Airstrip-Small Airport
HMAS Stirling Military Airport-Small Airport
Langley Park Airstrip-Small Airport
RAAF Gingin-Small Airport
Rottnest Island AirportRTSSmall Airport
Serpentine Airport-Small Airport

Treatment Centers in Clarkson

6 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Akasha Wellness Clinic
Fitzgerald Medical Practice
Horizons physiotherapy
Ocean Village Medical Centre
SILK Laser Clinics Innaloo
St John Urgent Care

Churches & Religious Organizations in Clarkson

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Clarkson Seventh Day Adventist Church
Oceans Church
St Andrews Catholic 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 Clarkson

What is the population of Clarkson?

Clarkson has a population of 13,904 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 5,453 people per square mile, spread across 2.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 34.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Clarkson expensive to live in?

The median household income is $27,986, 63% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $197,200 (30% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $986 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 7x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Clarkson?

Clarkson enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 57°F in July. The area receives 349 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 18.6 inches.

How is the job market in Clarkson?

The unemployment rate in Clarkson is 6.5%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $538. There are 1,321 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Clarkson?

The median home value in Clarkson is $197,200. For renters, the median monthly rent is $986. The homeownership rate is 68.8%.

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