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Compton, Australia

South Australia · Australia

Compton is a small town in South Australia, Australia with a population of 680. Elevation: 190 ft (58 m). Average temperature: 57°F (14°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
680 Population 64/sq mi density
190 ft Elevation 58 meters
57°F Avg Temperature 14°C
29.5 in Annual Rain
Australia / Adelaide Timezone
$30,859 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$30,859 median income, 2.0% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.3 / 5.0
$129,600 home value, $648/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population680
Median Age41.0 yrs
Density64/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$30,859
Per Capita$30,859
Unemployment2.0%

Housing

A
Home Value$129,600
Rent$648
Ownership95.2%
Housing Units272

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)
Rain29.5 in/yr
Sunny Days283/yr
Elevation190 ft (58 m)
Population680
Population Density64 / sq mi
Elevation190 ft (58 m)
Coordinates-37.8151°, 140.6755°
TimezoneAustralia/Adelaide
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceSouth Australia
Average Temperature57°F (14°C)
January Average65°F (18°C)
July Average49°F (10°C)
Annual Precipitation29.5 inches (748 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$30,859
Median Age41.0 years

About Compton

Compton is a small town in Australia (South Australia) with a population of 680. The city sits at an elevation of 190 feet (58 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 57°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 65°F in January to 49°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 29.5 inches. The timezone is Australia/Adelaide.

Compton has a population of 680 with a density of 64 people per square mile, spread across 10.7 square miles. The median age is 41.0 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

680
Total Population
64
People / sq mi
41.0yrs
Median Age
5% above Australia avg
10.7mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Compton vs Australia Average

The median household income in Compton is $30,859, which is 59% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $30,859 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $593, 59% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.0% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 65 business establishments.

Income: Compton vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$30,859
59% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$30,859
Avg Weekly Wage$593

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.0%
44% below Australia avg
Establishments (County)65

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Compton is $129,600, 54% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $648 (44% below the national average of $1,163). 95.2% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 272 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.2x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$129,600
54% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$648
44% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership95.2%
Owner-Occupied95.2%
Renter-Occupied4.8%
Housing Units272

Property Tax

Climate in Compton

Compton has an average annual temperature of 14.1°C (57°F). The hottest month is Feb (19.2°C), the coldest is Jul (9.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 712 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 19°C / 66°F 12° / 26.1° 30.9
Feb 19.2°C / 67°F 12.4° / 26.1° 26.3
Mar 17.2°C / 63°F 10.9° / 23.6° 32.6
Apr 14.4°C / 58°F 9° / 19.9° 48.2
May 12°C / 54°F 7.7° / 16.4° 69.2
Jun 10°C / 50°F 6° / 14.1° 93.3
Jul 9.6°C / 49°F 5.6° / 13.5° 95.4
Aug 10.2°C / 50°F 5.9° / 14.6° 100.3
Sep 11.6°C / 53°F 6.8° / 16.3° 74.4
Oct 13°C / 55°F 7.4° / 18.5° 55.7
Nov 15.4°C / 60°F 9.2° / 21.7° 46.1
Dec 17°C / 63°F 10.3° / 23.8° 39.5
Compton enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 65°F in January while summers reach 49°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 283 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 29.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 190 feet.

Temperature

65°F Jan (18°C) 49°F Jul (10°C)
Annual Average57.0°F
6% above Australia avg
January Average65°F (18°C)
July Average49°F (10°C)
Sunny Days283 days/yr

Geography

Elevation190 ft (58 m)
Area10.7 sq mi (27.6 km²)
Population Density64/sq mi
Coordinates-37.8151°N, 140.6755°W
TimezoneAustralia/Adelaide

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 29.5"
23% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 4.17"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.71"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

3 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.6. Most recent: M2.8 on Apr 19, 2006.

Jan 5, 2002 44 km S of Moorak, Australia M3.6 50 km
Feb 6, 1999 44 km S of Moorak, Australia M3.6 49 km
Apr 19, 2006 50 km SW of Millicent, Australia M2.8 69 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Newer Volcanics Province (160 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Newer Volcanics Province Shield(s) 1,011 m (3,317 ft) -2900 160 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 65°F (18°C) 1.2 in
February 66°F (19°C) 0.7 in Warmest, Driest
March 63°F (17°C) 1.4 in
April 58°F (15°C) 2.2 in
May 54°F (12°C) 2.8 in
June 50°F (10°C) 3.7 in
July 49°F (10°C) 4.2 in Coldest, Wettest
August 50°F (10°C) 4.1 in
September 52°F (11°C) 3.2 in
October 55°F (13°C) 2.5 in
November 58°F (15°C) 1.9 in
December 62°F (17°C) 1.5 in

Compton has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 49°F in July to 66°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 29.4 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.2") and February the driest (0.7").

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Museums in Compton

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Glencoe Woolshed-National Trust
Mount Gambier Courthouse Museum-National Trust
Mount Gambier RSL War Museum
Old Courthouse Gallery and Museum
Sexton's Cottage

Libraries in Compton

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Mount Gambier Library0.0

Breweries in Compton

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Little Rippa Brewing Co

Stadiums & Teams in Compton

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Compton

7 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Mount Gambier AirportMGBMedium Airport
Callendale AirportSmall Airport
Caroline AirstripSmall Airport
Casterton AirportSmall Airport
Coonawarra AirportSmall Airport
Millicent AirportMLRSmall Airport
Strathdownie AirportSmall Airport

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Shipwrecks
1
Documented shipwreck sites from historical maritime records
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Quick Facts

Timezone
Australia/Adelaide

🇦🇺 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 Compton

What is the population of Compton?

Compton has a population of 680 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 64 people per square mile, spread across 10.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 41.0 years.

Is Compton expensive to live in?

The median household income is $30,859, 59% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $129,600 (54% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $648 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.2x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Compton?

Compton enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 65°F in January, while summers reach an average of 49°F in July. The area receives 283 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 29.5 inches.

How is the job market in Compton?

The job market in Compton is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.0% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $593. There are 65 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Compton?

The median home value in Compton is $129,600. For renters, the median monthly rent is $648. The homeownership rate is 95.2%.

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